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.
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Will the Blackberry's mainly be used for email or other applications?
ReplyDeleteThe introduction of BlackBerry devices will reduce operational officer administration within police stations acting as a remote device interacting with police applications.
ReplyDeleteI recently heard a very interesting talk from a local police Sergeant (in Worcester) who chose that his team of 7 did all their local patrols on bike. He got rid of one of the two cars saving money. He found it produced excellent results in engaging with the community and reducing crime as they were very moile got to places those in cars didn't - they used helmet cams and caught lots of drivers using mobiles whilst driving, they got to know all the local youths of the area and increased safety for all residents by their presence.
ReplyDeleteThe world moves on. Blackberry's are expensive, you can now get good clones for a quarter of the price of the handset and hosting. (INQ Chat 3G). But mobile coverage is still poor in Fermanagh.
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