Understanding Criminal Network Analysis and its role in investigations, 21 October 2026
Latest in our popular Analysis in Action series that explores contemporary best practice around Criminal Network Analysis.
This workshop introduces key skills and concepts in Criminal Network Analysis. It covers the goals, tools, and concepts of Criminal Network Analysis and explores its application to identifying central individuals and structural crime patterns.
It also examines the use of Criminal Network Analysis to tackle violence, from the focused deterrence approach to more recent developments in the UK context.
It is aimed at analysts and investigators who want to develop their knowledge and skills around Criminal Network Analysis. It is also ideal for analysts and investigators with existing knowledge who want to refresh their skills.
Held online via Teams
Certificates of CPD available.
AGENDA - BST
9.40am-9.50am: Welcome and introduction, Carol Jenkins, The Investigator
9.50am-10.50am: Session One: Introduction to Criminal Network Analysis
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Overview and key concepts
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Practical applications
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Key measures in network analysis
10.50am-11am: Questions
11am-11.20am: Break
11.20am-12.20pm: Session Two: Relational mapping with Criminal Network Analysis
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Mapping criminal groups with CNA
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Mapping criminal movement with CNA
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Mapping illegal markets with CNA
12.20pm-12.30pm: Questions
12.30pm-12.50pm: Break
12.50pm-1.50pm: Session Three: Tackling violence with Criminal Network Analysis
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The Boston ‘Ceasefire’ project
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Relational risk factors: evidence from Merseyside and Cambridgeshire
1.50pm-2pm: Questions
2pm: Workshop finishes
Aims/Objectives of the day
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Understand what criminal network analysis is and how it can be applied in policing
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Apply CNA to identify central individuals and structural crime patterns
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Grasp the relational principles behind violence reduction approaches and the role of network-based risk factors
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
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Think relationally and ask relational questions in their work
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Understand what CNA does and how it can be integrated into policing practice
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Interpret network analysis outputs and operational products
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Develop network analysis-informed interventions
Our expert speaker – Paolo Campana
Paolo Campana is Professor of Criminology at the Institute of Criminology, University of Cambridge. His work specialises in criminal networks and organised crime.
He has explored issues related to gangs, organised crime and criminal governance, drug markets, migrant smuggling, and the use of technology in human trafficking.
His work has appeared in leading international journals and has been translated into Chinese, French, and Italian.
He is passionate about translating research into actionable solutions and fostering strong engagement with practitioners, both domestically and internationally.
HOW TO BOOK
Cost: £225 + VAT (GBP) per delegate per workshop (LEA and Government Agency rate). £275.50 + VAT (Industry rate), per delegate
Group bookings: We offer various discounts for group bookings depending on numbers, please contact us for details.
Booking: Please send the delegates name(s), email address(es) and purchase order (made out to The Investigator) to booking@the-investigator.co.uk or telephone +44(0)844 660 8707 for further information.
Payment can be made by PayPal/debit/credit card. The meeting link will be sent out 7 days before the event.