Teenagers to Scrutinize West Midlands Police Stop and Search Practices Wednesday, February 18, 2026 stopandsearch useofforce youthpanel policeaccountability westmidlands simonfoster policing youthengagement policeoversight community Teenagers aged 14 to 24 will soon play a crucial role in monitoring how West Midlands Police use stop and search and use of force powers to ensure fairness and accountability. This innovative initiative, spearheaded by West … Read More
West Midlands Police Stop and Search Disproportionately Targets Black and Ethnic Minority Communities Wednesday, January 28, 2026 westmidlands stopandsearch policing disproportionality ethnicity useofforce bodywornvideo transparency communityfeedback simonfoster Black and ethnic minority individuals in the West Midlands remain significantly more likely to be subjected to stop and search by local police, according to the latest annual report from West Midlands Police and Crime … Read More