‘Nepotism and bias’ rife in England and Wales police leadership, report finds
Summary
A government-backed report finds that police leadership in England and Wales suffers from nepotism, bias, and a loss of focus on fighting crime. The report calls for major reforms, citing misconduct among top officers and inconsistent service across the 43 police forces.Key Facts
- The report covers all 43 police forces in England and Wales.
- It finds widespread nepotism and favoritism in police promotions and leadership.
- Many senior officers have faced misconduct investigations; 78 since 2018.
- Eight chief constables are currently under investigation or facing disciplinary action.
- Frontline officers report poor leadership, with only 13% of constables feeling well led.
- Police leaders often focus less on cutting crime and more on their own interests.
- The report recommends creating a national police leadership academy and improving leadership training.
- Annual spending on police leadership training is currently about £4 million out of a £19 billion police budget.
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