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The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) exists to increase public confidence in the police complaints system in England and Wales. It also investigates serious complaints and allegations of misconduct against the police and handles appeals.
The PSNI is responsible for the prevention and investigation of crime in Northern Ireland PSNI is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department of Justice (Northern Ireland) .
Consultation launched to strengthen safeguards for child strip search including the requirement to notify parents and guardians when a child is strip searched.
How the Certification Officer (CO) applies her powers to act without a complaint to conduct investigations into trade unions and employers’ associations.
Includes being charged with a crime, cautions, community sentences and police powers
What happens if you're stopped by the police while driving - breath tests, motoring offences, faults with your vehicle, seizing your vehicle
Guidance and support on coronavirus (COVID-19) in Scotland.
The process of making a complaint about the Service Police.
A collection of information related to the police pension schemes.
If you’re being stalked, contact the police or get advice from organisations including the National Stalking helpline.
FCDO travel advice for Mali. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Family members of police officers, firefighters and other public servants who have died in public service will be recognised by a new emblem.
Being stopped by the police or DVSA - fixed penalties, roadside prohibitions, driving without an operator's licence, immobilisation and impounding.
Working with contract management and accreditation.
Find out whether your biometric data is likely to be on a police database - fingerprints, DNA sample, kept after arrest, crime, conviction
A police officer who engaged in sexual activities with a woman whilst on duty has suspended sentence quashed and sent to jail after it was referred to the Court of Appeal.
Codes of practice are made under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to provide guidance to the officers and other persons exercising their functions under that act.
HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) inspects the work carried out by the CPS and some other prosecuting agencies. Its purpose is to enhance the quality of justice and make an assessment of prosecution services which improves their efficiency, effectiveness...
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