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Written question asked by Afzal Khan (Labour) on Monday, 22 June 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2020. It was answered by Kit Malthouse (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 July 2020 on behalf of the Home Office.


Police: Schools

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what guidance her Department provides on schools-based police officers (a) wearing uniform, (b) carrying tasers and (c) carrying batons.

Answer

The Government does not issue specific guidance on the use of police equipment and uniforms in schools. This is an operational matter for Chief officers to determine. Officers must pass a comprehensive training programme before they can carry tasers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
62599
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Police Standards Schools Uniforms Stun guns
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk