7: Officer Blake: What Now?

In light of the Not Guilty verdict for firearms officer Martyn Blake, join us for the final episode of this series as we discuss the fallout of this landmark case. This includes today's announcement from the Home Secretary that there will now be a presumption of anonymity for all firearms officers facing trial over shooting in the course of duty up to the point of conviction.   Mark Williams, Chief Executive of the Police Firearms Officers Association talks to Caroline and George about how important this will be for protecting officers who discharge guns in the course of duty in the future and the impact of the trial on Martyn Blake, other firearms officers and their families.   Welcome to Episode 7: What Now?   Follow us on instagram @thetrialpod Email us thetrial@mailmetromedia.co.uk Whatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)   Presenters: Caroline Cheetham and George Odling Guest: Mark Williams Editor: Chelsey Moore Creative Director: Caroline Cheetham Executive Producer: Lucy Vallance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices