In conversation with Sir Andy Cooke QPM DL.

Sir Andy Cooke is due to retire from his role as His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of HMICFRS, an organisation set up to inspect and advise police forces and Fire Services within the UK on their operational performance. As a former Chief Constable of Merseyside Police, he has more than enough operational experience throughout his career and has held every rank as Detective status. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Law at a leading University. Sir Andy is in reflective mood as we discuss UK policing, the recent government white paper on police reform, wellbeing within the police service and his plans for the future.

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In conversation with Sir Andy Cooke QPM DL. is an episode from Walk the Talk by Dave Thomas.

This episode is 33:46 long.

This episode was published on Mar 27, 2026.

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