Source · Select Committees · Home Affairs Committee
Recommendation 44
44
Deferred
Paragraph: 103
By and for services offer tailored support for victims reluctant to engage with police.
Conclusion
When commissioning victim services, Police and Crime Commissioners should be mindful that not all victims will want to report crime or have trust and confidence in the police. By and for services may provide a more tailored approach and ensure that all victims and survivors have equitable access to crucial support.
Government Response Summary
The government discusses supporting the College of Policing in improving leadership, upcoming reforms to promotions, and ensuring new officers receive adequate training, none of which relate to commissioning victim services or the role of 'by and for' services.
Paragraph Reference:
103
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
109. We continue to support the College in its work to improve leadership at all levels in policing, including the College’s new programmes for front line supervisors and tutor constables to support new officers. The forthcoming reforms to promotions and progression will help embed the new leadership standards, beginning at the front line. 110. It is clear that such an unprecedented surge in recruitment introduces a high number of new officers into policing. These new officers are welcome and are critical to supporting communities, tackling crime and building trust. They must be fully supported to fulfil their potential. The Police Uplift Programme worked with forces to ensure there was, and continues to be, sufficient tutor and assessor capacity so new officers get the training and support they need to thrive.