The families of the victims of the Nottingham attacks have expressed significant frustration regarding the Nottinghamshire Police force's decision to promote officers who were involved in the handling of the case. The families argue that the promotion process lacked proper consideration for the impact of the tragedy on the victims' loved ones and questioned the timing of these career advancements.

In response to the backlash, Nottinghamshire Police have defended their internal procedures. According to the force, the promotion process was rigorous and included an application form, a people panel, and the inclusion of external advisors to ensure objectivity. The police maintain that these promotions were based on merit and standard professional development protocols rather than being a reflection of the specific investigation into the Nottingham attacks.

While the police emphasize that the process followed established guidelines, the families maintain that the decision demonstrates a lack of awareness regarding the public trust and emotional toll associated with the case. The disagreement highlights a tension between institutional administrative procedures and the expectations of accountability held by those directly affected by the crimes. Currently, there is no indication that the force intends to reverse these promotions, as they maintain the process was conducted with appropriate oversight.