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Written question asked by Lord Dear (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 24 January 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 February 2023. It was answered by Lord Sharpe of Epsom (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 February 2023 on behalf of the Home Office.

Police: Leadership

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the quality of leadership in the police service, especially at senior ranks.

Answer

The Government has been clear that strong leadership at all ranks is essential to ensure a positive culture and rigorous standards in policing. Failures of integrity within policing impact on public confidence and recent revelations rightly raise questions about the quality and standards of leadership in the police. We will continue pushing for improvements in standards, expectations, and outcomes for policing, but the drive must also come from within forces.

We have invested £3.35m from 2021 to 2023 for the College of Policing to create a National Leadership Centre. As part of this, the College is now in the process of setting and rolling out national leadership standards at key levels in the police service and providing leadership development programmes aligned to these standards.

We also welcome the College’s proposals for fundamental change to the current system of chief officer selection and development, following a full independent review. These measures are currently being implemented and will increase transparency and open up access to senior level development.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5017
Session
2022-23
Related items
Police: Leadership
Monday, 6 March 2023
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Police Leadership
Link
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