Source · HMICFRS

Cumbria Constabulary: National child protection inspection

5 June 2026 National Child Protection Inspection 5 recommendations

Applicable forces

Recommendations

R1 Open The constabulary needs to make sure that it correctly flags children who are at risk of or are victims of exploitation, and perpetrators who pose a risk to children Cumbria Constabulary

R2 Open The constabulary should make sure it accurately records children’s demographic information to better understand and respond to risks to children Cumbria Constabulary

R3 Open The constabulary should make sure it has enough trained officers and staff available to carry out video interviews with children Cumbria Constabulary

R4 Open The constabulary should make sure it has enough officers who are trained to investigate reports of child abuse, neglect and exploitation Cumbria Constabulary

R5 Open The constabulary should make sure that it improves investigations where children are exploited online Cumbria Constabulary