Technology helps deliver policing

It's the middle of February already, I haven't updated my blog in weeks. It's true what they say, time really does fly.

Here in F District we are preparing for the roll out of new frontline technology which will move to reduce the time officers spend in stations, an issue which was widely reported on across Northern Ireland last summer. Our new handheld BlackBerry devices, which work as mobile platforms, will make sure that officers can spend much more time out in local communities. Much of the work that they had to return to station to complete will be completed on the new handheld devices.

I am convinced that this move will increase our visibility and connection with our local community.

I am also delighted to say that the Northern Ireland Policing with the Community Awards will be held in Enniskillen later this year. It is great news that the Awards are to be hosted here, I know we will do them proud. I will keep readers updated with news of local nominees.