Comment: Police Accountability Cannot Depend On Police Approval

There is something deeply uncomfortable about watching the holder of what is widely regarded as Britain’s most senior and influential policing role repeatedly proclaim his commitment to transparency and accountability, only to turn the considerable authority of his office on the independent watchdog charged with providing independent oversight of policing. Following the decision that Sergeant… Continue reading Comment: Police Accountability Cannot Depend On Police Approval

“Don’t Feel Pressured At All Beautiful”, “Sweet Dreams Xx”, And “You Don’t Have To Marry Me Btw! It Could Just Be A Bit Of Fun.”

Sussex Police constable Peter May was sacked after a misconduct panel found he used his position to pursue a sexual relationship with a vulnerable young woman he had arrested for suspected drug-driving. A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice after a misconduct hearing found he tried to begin a sexual and improper relationship… Continue reading “Don’t Feel Pressured At All Beautiful”, “Sweet Dreams Xx”, And “You Don’t Have To Marry Me Btw! It Could Just Be A Bit Of Fun.”

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Hearings by Rank

PC: 2,148
(Rank undisclosed): 331
Sergeant: 247
Detective Constable: 156
Special Constable: 97
Detective Sergeant: 65
Inspector: 55
Detective Inspector: 21
Chief Inspector: 15
Former Officer: 13
Superintendent: 12
Chief Superintendent: 7
Special Sargeant: 6
Detective Chief Inspector: 5
Special Inspector: 4
Detective Superintendent: 3
Commissioner: 1
Chief Constable: 1
Chief Officer: 1
Deputy Assistant Commissioner: 1
Commander: 1
Special Superintendent: 1
Special Chief Inspector: 1
PCSO: 1

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