Upcoming Events

Here is a list of upcoming events and occasional external events within policing that may be of interest to our Members. If you would like to learn about events we have hosted in the past, feel free to explore our past events.

Feb 10

Online seminar: Virtual Reality and Immersive video in policing

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

This session will explore the use of virtual environments to enhance police learning and training including courtroom practice and safeguarding children in domestic violence contexts.

Mar 5

Membership Group Meeting

Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 10:30 to 12:30

Online, Microsoft Teams

Membership Group meetings are held each quarter online with our member forces. The purpose of the Membership Group is to make key decisions about the Centre to ensure it reflects the collaborative partnership. We also hold seminars and develop and explore research projects and findings in these meet...

Mar 10

Online seminar: Technology-facilitated violence against women and girls: Emerging harms, prevention, and policing implications

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

This session will bring together researchers from the Centre for Protecting Women Online (CPWO) and CPRL to explore technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (TFVAWG) and a range of emerging and evolving online harms.

Apr 14

Online seminar: Bridging research, practice and leadership in policing: Insights from CPRL Visiting Fellows Dr Iain Britton and Dr Anna Hopkins

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

This session will explore insights from CPRL Visiting Fellows on bridging research, practice and leadership in policing.

May 12

Online seminar: TBC

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

Jun 3

Membership Group Meeting

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - 10:30 to 12:30

Online, Microsoft Teams

Membership Group meetings are held each quarter online with our member forces. The purpose of the Membership Group is to make key decisions about the Centre to ensure it reflects the collaborative partnership. We also hold seminars and develop and explore research projects and findings in these meet...

Jun 10

Online seminar: Findings from two Small Grant research projects

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

This session will explore maternity and pregnancy experiences in policing, including baby loss, organisational support, and inequalities experienced by women of colour.

Jul 7

Online seminar: Findings from two Small Grant research projects

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

This session will explore:effective police practice in supporting neurodivergent members of the public andPresentation of a bespoke blended learning package tailored specifically for Student Development Officers/Tutor Constables providing the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support rec...

Sep 8

Online seminar: TBC

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

Oct 6

Online seminar: TBC

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

Oct 15

Membership Group Meeting

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - 10:30 to 12:30

Online, Microsoft Teams

Membership Group meetings are held each quarter online with our member forces. The purpose of the Membership Group is to make key decisions about the Centre to ensure it reflects the collaborative partnership. We also hold seminars and develop and explore research projects and findings in these meet...

Nov 10

Online seminar: TBC

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 - 13:00 to 14:30

News

What does the next decade of evidence-based policing look like? Join us for the CPRL Engagement Day on 21 January 2026

This event provides a collaborative and welcoming environment for shared practice, reflection, and strategic direction-setting. Together, we will explore how our partnership can drive forward the next generation of research, innovation, and professional learning across UK policing.

27th October 2025