The Government has shared proposals for what it describes as the biggest overhaul to policing in England and Wales since forces were professionalised two centuries ago.
They feature in a White Paper published at the end of January 2026.
But what do police officers make of the ideas for change? Jamie Thompson, Cheshire Police Federation chair, reveals to host Andrew Simpson which parts have prompted the most debate so far.
With the Home Secretary seemingly set on reducing the number of forces by merging existing organisations into larger regional operations, the duo also discusses the potential consequences for policing in rural locations like Cheshire.
They also preview next month’s second Cheshire Police Federation Bravery Awards.
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