“Britain’s most senior police officers are demanding that official complaints about their conduct and behaviour be kept secret.
The Chief Constables’ Council recently discussed moves that could be made to stop the public finding out about investigations into alleged corruption and misconduct. …
… David Burrowes, a lawyer and MP on the Home Affairs Select Committee, said: ‘There are many people like doctors and politicians who are named when allegations are made against them, so I don’t think police officers should have a special rule. It’s very important that law enforcers aren’t treated differently.’ …
And what stance will our Police and Crime Commissioner, also under investigation herself, take about this one? Agree, so that future PCCs could be included in anonymity? Or prefer the disinfectant of sunlight?
And what about representatives on Police Panels? Hide away the dirty linen or wash it for all to see?
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