Police leadership needs 'ethical reset', Lord Blunkett tells BBC

Former Home Secretary Lord Blunkett has called for an 'ethical reset' within the police forces of England and Wales. A forthcoming report co-authored by Blunkett highlights significant concerns regarding leadership, morale, and culture across the 43 police forces.
Why it matters
The report underscores a crisis of confidence in UK law enforcement, suggesting that systemic failures in leadership are impacting public trust and operational effectiveness.
Figure caption, Watch: Former home secretary says the police service "is not good enough"
The article reports on a public statement and upcoming report from a neutral, factual perspective without injecting editorial opinion.
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