Source · Select Committees · Home Affairs Committee
Recommendation 43
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Deferred
Policing unable to provide specialised support for all victims and survivors effectively.
Conclusion
Policing should provide an effective and compassionate service to victims and survivors. But it cannot provide the level of specialisation that “by and for” services can, nor cater as effectively for those victims and survivors who do not wish to report a crime or engage with the police. (Paragraph 102) Policing priorities 65
Government Response Summary
The government details the College of Policing's existing powers regarding officer qualifications and training on police ethics but does not address the recommendation about the limitations of policing in providing specialised victim services.
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
108. The College of Policing already has the power to mandate qualifications for the appointment and promotion of police officers and probation periods. The College of Policing’s foundation training for all those entering the service includes substantial coverage of police ethics and self-understanding. All entrants to the service will cover the College’s national policing curriculum. The delivery of training in each police force is the responsibility of individual chief officers, according to policing needs and priorities, which may include specific community needs. HMICFRS inspect forces against standards set by the College of Policing.