Police Reform & Social Responsibility Bill

The Authrotiy made a written submission to the Public Bill Committee in which it sought to be constructive with a view to achieving a workable solution. Whilst welcoming a number of proposals in the Bill, including the shift away from central prescription, the Authority still has a number of concerns. Based on our extensive experience and knowledge, we believe the Bill will weaken public accountability of policing, significantly increase bureaucratic accountability and create Commissioners with limited powers to discharge their mandate. The balance of power will be damaged and the Authority believes their will be a negative impact on service delivery in our communities.

This Factsheet summarises the Bill and our concerns

The Authority has issued several press releases about the Bill
Police Reform Bil to be Considered in the House of Commons
Poll Rejects Police Reform Proposals
Liberty Briefing on Police Reform
Public Views Welcomed on Police Reform
Authority Agrees Stance on Police Reform

The Authority on 14 September 2010 agreed its formal response to the Police Reform Paper. A copy of the full submission can be read by clicking here

A 2 page executive summary of the Authority's response can be read by clicking here

The Authority is urging people to read more about the proposals
The APA website has some useful information about the Bill