I intend to use this blog to keep you up to speed with what I am currently on with. I will try and update this regularly, but if you would like more real time information you can follow me on twitter – @mikepannett

For those who are asking, my latest book – Up Beat And Down Dale will be published by Hodder on the 26th July, 2012. If you’re quick you will be able to finish it before the opening ceremony for the Olympics! I will be keeping my events list up to date as and when dates are confirmed for signings of the new book.

I have now started work on the first of my London books which will be based on my Met Police days. I am really excited about this and will keep you updated with how that is progressing. I am looking to publish this book in 2013. The other news on the books front is that we have started work on ‘Pannett’s Yorkshire’ with Country Publications – the aim is to produce a beautiful photographic book which will show the areas I write about in my Yorkshire books.

On Wednesday 9th May I am on the panel at an event at Scarborough to look at Police Reform and the role of the PCC for North Yorkshire.

On Thursday the 10th May I will be returning to London to support my ex colleagues in a police protest. This will see thousands of off duty officers marching in protest at the devastating cuts currently being pursued and proposed by the Government and Tom Windsor. This will be my first ever demo, I never thought I would ever need to take part in one. But the front line Police need all the public support they can gather. If you are not aware of the Windsor recommendations have a look on line for information. This will have implications for everyone, wherever you live.

Thanks

Mike

PS – A big shout out to York City FC who won at Mansfield on Monday to secure their second Wembley appearance of the season. Good luck in the play off final.