Access to the NPPF and NIE Q&A on the older platforms, including test and mock exam results, is no longer be available - all Q&A users should begin using the replacement platforms. View our migration FAQ for more information.

 

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you are using the correct version of the manual for the exam you are sitting.

 

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Q&A Migration FAQ

Quick summary of changes:

  • Blackstone’s Police Q&A and Investigators’ Q&A will be migrating to a new platform from March 2025. Powered by Learnosity, this new platform will offer an improved experience

  • No changes are being made to the Manuals

  • Redirects from the current site will be in place from 31 March 2025 – until then both sites will be active

  • Personal profiles including saved results will not migrate between sites. Everyone will now need to create a personal profile, regardless of whether you are an individual or institutional user. Use the individual subscriber login guide or the institutional/police force subscription login guide

 

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What is changing and why?

What is happening?

In late March 2025, the Blackstone’s Police Q&A and Investigators’ Q&A will be migrating to a new platform.

Why have you made this change?

Powered by Learnosity, this new platform will offer an improved experience, with more potential for further development to ensure you are getting the most out of this product. 

Are there any differences to the content?

No, the only changes are to the platform that hosts the Q&A, which allows a more user-friendly experience.

Is there any change to the Manuals?

No, there is no change to the manuals, or any other content hosted on the site.


     

Timelines for the change

Do I have to start using the new site straightaway?

For those taking exams in March, you can choose either to continue with the NIE Q&A or NPPF Q&A on the existing platform, or to move over to the new one. Please note that existing scores and practice exams will not be migrated to the new platform.

For those taking their exams after March, we would advise moving to the NIE Q&A or NPPF Q&A on the new platform as soon as possible, to allow a steady learning experience.

When is the new platform going to be available?

The new platform is now live and subscribers can start to use it - NIE Q&A or NPPF Q&A! 

What is the last date I can use the old platforms?

Subscribers will have access to the Q&As on both platforms until the current one is retired on 31 March 2025.  

 

Accessing the Q&As on the new platform

How do I access the new site?

The same subscriber username and password will work on either platform. You will need to create a new personal profile when you first use the new platform. Forgotten your password?

Terminology - Subscriber login

If you are an individual, this is the access details given when you purchased your subscription.

If you are a member of a subscribing institution or police force, this is the login information they have given you. 

Terminology - Personal profile

A personal profile will be created using an email address and unique personal password.

For individuals this may be the same email address as your subscriber information (but you may prefer to use an alternative).

For those using an institutional/police force login, this will be either a personal email or a professional email address unique to you, so that you can only you can view your test and mock exam results, and any annotations you make. 

Do I need to create a new personal profile?

Unfortunately, it has not been possible for us to migrate over any previously created personal profiles (including results). Although you will have to create a new profile, this is a quick and straightforward process. You will need to be logged in (either through username and password, or via IP recognition). 

Why do I need a personal profile?

A personal profile is necessary when using Blackstone’s Q&A as well as the Tests and Mock Exams. All information related to these materials is stored within the Personal Profile, allowing repeated visits and the ability to see results. The personal profile will be used every time you wish to view exam results, annotate or take notes on the products through Blackstone’s. Make sure to note your password when creating your profile.

Are there login instructions?

There are, although the process is slightly different depending on whether you are an individual subscriber or if you are accessing via an institutional/police force subscription. 

 

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