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SCHEDULES

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Textual Amendments

Section 9

SCHEDULE 2E+WThe Independent Police Complaints Commission

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

ChairmanE+W

1(1)The chairman of the Commission shall hold office as chairman of the Commission in accordance with the terms of his appointment.

(2)A person who has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment of three months or more shall not, at any time in the five years following the day on which he was sentenced, be appointed as chairman of the Commission; and an appointment made in contravention of this sub-paragraph shall have no effect.

(3)The appointment of the chairman of the Commission shall be for a term not exceeding five years; but the chairman shall be eligible for re-appointment at the end of his term of office.

(4)The chairman of the Commission may be removed from office by Her Majesty either—

(a)at his own request; or

(b)on being advised by the Secretary of State that there are grounds falling with sub-paragraph (5) for the removal of the chairman.

(5)The following are grounds for removing the chairman from office—

(a)that he has failed without reasonable excuse to carry out the functions of his office for a continuous period of three months;

(b)that he has become a person falling within one or more paragraphs of section 9(3);

(c)that he has, since his appointment, been sentenced to imprisonment for a term of three months or more;

(d)that he is a person who—

(i)has had a bankruptcy order made against him;

(ii)has had his estate sequestrated; or

(iii)has made a composition or arrangement with, or granted a trust deed for, his creditors;

(e)that he is subject to—

(i)a disqualification order under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 (c. 46) or under [F2the Company Directors Disqualification (Northern Ireland) Order 2002] (S.I. 1989/2404 (N.I. 18)); or

(ii)an order made under section 429(2)(b) of the Insolvency Act 1986 (c. 45) (failure to pay under county court administration order);

(f)that he has acted improperly in relation to his duties; or

(g)that he is otherwise unable or unfit to perform his duties.

(6)For the purposes of this paragraph a sentence of imprisonment for any term the whole or part of which is suspended shall be taken to be a sentence of imprisonment for the whole term.

Textual Amendments

Ordinary members of the CommissionE+W

2(1)Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, a person shall hold office as an ordinary member in accordance with the terms of his appointment.

(2)An appointment as an ordinary member may be to whole or to part time membership of the Commission.

(3)A person who has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment of three months or more shall not, at any time in the five years following the day on which he is sentenced, be appointed as an ordinary member; and an appointment made in contravention of this sub-paragraph shall have no effect.

(4)A person shall not be appointed to be an ordinary member for a term of more than five years; but an ordinary member shall be eligible for re-appointment at the end of his term of office.

(5)An ordinary member may at any time resign his office as a member of the Commission by notice in writing to the Secretary of State.

(6)The Secretary of State may at any time remove a person from office as an ordinary member if he is satisfied that that person—

(a)has failed without reasonable excuse to carry out the functions of his office for a continuous period of three months beginning not earlier than six months before that time;

(b)has become a person falling within one or more paragraphs of section 9(3);

(c)has, since his appointment, been sentenced to imprisonment for a term of three months or more;

(d)is a person who—

(i)has had a bankruptcy order made against him;

(ii)has had his estate sequestrated; or

(iii)has made a composition or arrangement with, or granted a trust deed for, his creditors;

(e)is subject to—

(i)a disqualification order under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 (c. 46) or under [F3the Company Directors Disqualification (Northern Ireland) Order 2002](S.I. 1989/2404 (N.I. 18)); or

(ii)an order made under section 429(2)(b) of the Insolvency Act 1986 (c. 45) (failure to pay under county court administration order);

(f)has acted improperly in relation to his duties; or

(g)is otherwise unable or unfit to perform his duties.

(7)For the purposes of this paragraph a sentence of imprisonment for any term the whole or part of which is suspended shall be taken to be a sentence of imprisonment for the whole term.

(8)In this paragraph “ordinary member” means a member of the Commission other than the chairman.

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Deputy ChairmenE+W

3(1)The Secretary of State may appoint not more than two deputy chairmen of the Commission from amongst its members.

(2)A person who ceases to hold office as a member of the Commission shall cease at the same time to hold office as deputy chairman of the Commission.

(3)A person shall hold office as a deputy chairman of the Commission in accordance with the terms of his appointment.

(4)A deputy chairman of the Commission may at any time resign his office as a deputy chairman by notice in writing to the Secretary of State.

(5)A deputy chairman of the Commission who is reappointed as a member from the time that would otherwise have been the end of his term of office as a member shall cease to be a deputy chairman at that time unless he is also reappointed to that office.

Remuneration, pensions etc. of membersE+W

4(1)The Secretary of State may pay, or make such payments towards the provision of, such remuneration, pensions, allowances or gratuities to or in respect of the chairman, deputy chairmen and members of the Commission, or any of them, as he may determine.

(2)Where—

(a)a person ceases, otherwise than on the expiry of his term of office, to hold office as chairman, deputy chairman or member of the Commission, and

(b)it appears to the Secretary of State that there are special circumstances which make it right for that person to receive compensation,

the Secretary of State may direct the Commission to make a payment to that person of such amount as the Secretary of State may determine.

The Chief ExecutiveE+W

5Subject to sub-paragraphs (3) and (5), it shall be for the Commission to appoint the person to be its chief executive.

(1)The Commission shall have a chief executive.

(2)

(3)The approval of the Secretary of State shall be required for any appointment by the Commission of a person to be its chief executive.

(4)Subject to sub-paragraph (5), the Commission’s chief executive shall be appointed on such terms and conditions and shall have such functions as the Commission may, with the approval of the Secretary of State, determine.

(5)The first appointment of a person to be the chief executive of the Commission shall be made by the Secretary of State, instead of by the Commission; and the terms and conditions on which that appointment is made shall also be determined by the Secretary of State, instead of by the Commission.

Commencement Information

I1Sch. 2 para. 5 wholly in force at 1.4.2003; Sch. 2 para. 5 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 2 para. 5(5) in force at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 2(b)(ii); Sch. 2 para. 5 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2003 by S.I. 2003/808, art. 2(a)

StaffE+W

6(1)The Commission may appoint such employees, on such terms and conditions, as appear to it to be appropriate.

(2)The Commission may make arrangements with—

(a)the chief officer of police of any police force maintained for a police area in England and Wales,

(b)the chief constable of [F4the Police Service of Scotland], or

(c)the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland,

under which members of his force are engaged on temporary service with the Commission.

(3)The Commission may make such other arrangements for its staffing as it thinks fit.

(4)A member of a police force on temporary service with the Commission shall be under the direction and control of the Commission.

(5)The approval of the Secretary of State as to numbers and as to the terms and conditions of staff shall be required for the exercise by the Commission of its powers under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Superannuation and insuranceE+W

7(1)Where a person who—

(a)is employed by the Commission, and

(b)is by reference to that employment a participant in a scheme under section 1 of the Superannuation Act 1972 (c. 11),

is appointed as the chairman or as a deputy chairman of the Commission or as a member of it, the Treasury may determine that his service in that office shall be treated for the purposes of the scheme as service as an employee of the Commission; and his rights under the scheme shall not be affected by anything done under paragraph 4.

(2)The Employers’ Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969 (c. 57) shall not require insurance to be effected by the Commission.

Liability for acts of seconded staffE+W

8(1)The Commission shall be liable in respect of unlawful conduct of seconded constables in the carrying out, or purported carrying out, of their functions as members of the Commission’s staff in the like manner as an employer is liable in respect of any unlawful conduct of his employees in the course of their employment.

(2)Accordingly, the Commission shall be treated in the case of any such unlawful conduct which is a tort, as a joint tortfeasor.

(3)In this paragraph “seconded constables” means persons serving as members of the Commission’s staff without being employed by it.

Power of Commission to set up regional officesE+W

9If it appears to the Commission that it is necessary to do so in order to carry out its functions efficiently, the Commission may, with the consent of the Secretary of State, set up regional offices in places in England and Wales.

ProceedingsE+W

10(1)The arrangements for the proceedings of the Commission (including the quorum for meetings and the establishment of committees) shall be such as the Commission may determine.

(2)The arrangements may include provision for the committees established under the arrangements to include members of the Commission’s staff and other persons who are not members of the Commission.

(3)The arrangements may include provision for persons selected by the Commission to attend meetings of the Commission or of any committee established by it.

(4)The Commission may—

(a)pay such remuneration and allowances as it may determine to members of committees established by it who are neither members of the Commission nor members of its staff; and

(b)make such payments for the reimbursement of expenses incurred by persons attending meetings in accordance with arrangements made by virtue of sub-paragraph (3) as it may determine.

(5)The arrangements may provide for the carrying out, under the general direction of the Commission, of any of the Commission’s functions—

(a)by a committee established by the Commission;

(b)by one or more of the members of the Commission; or

(c)by the chief executive or by one or more members of the Commission’s staff.

F5(6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

11E+WThe validity of any proceedings of the Commission or of any of its committees shall not be affected by—

(a)any defect in the appointment of the chairman, a deputy chairman or any member of the Commission; or

(b)any vacancy in the office of chairman or among the members of the Commission.

Authentication of the Commission’s sealE+W

12The application of the seal of the Commission shall be authenticated by the signature of—

(a)any member of the Commission; or

(b)any other person who has been authorised by the Commission (whether generally or specially) for that purpose.

Evidence of documentsE+W

13A document purporting to be—

(a)duly executed by the Commission under its seal, or

(b)signed on its behalf,

shall be received in evidence and shall, unless the contrary is shown, be taken to be so executed or signed.

Payments by the Secretary of StateE+W

14The Secretary of State may pay to the Commission—

(a)sums equal to any amounts paid or falling to be paid by it under any provision of this Act (other than paragraph 15); and

(b)such other sums as appear to him to be appropriate for enabling it to meet the expenses incurred or to be incurred by it in the carrying out of its functions.

Other receipts by the CommissionE+W

15(1)The Commission shall pay to the Secretary of State all sums received by it (otherwise than under paragraph 14) in the course of, or in connection with, the carrying out of its functions.

(2)Sub-paragraph (1) shall not apply where the Secretary of State so directs.

(3)Any sums received by the Secretary of State under this paragraph shall be paid into the Consolidated Fund.

BorrowingE+W

16The Commission shall not borrow money unless authorised to do so (whether generally or specially) by the Secretary of State.

AccountsE+W

17(1)The Commission shall—

(a)keep proper accounts and proper records in relation to the accounts;

(b)prepare in respect of each financial year of the Commission a statement of accounts in such form as the Secretary of State may direct; and

(c)send copies of the statement to the Secretary of State and the Comptroller and Auditor General before the end of August in the financial year of the Commission following that to which the statement relates.

(2)The Comptroller and Auditor General shall—

(a)examine, certify and report on every statement received by him by virtue of this paragraph; and

(b)lay copies of every such statement, and of his report on it, before Parliament.

Financial year of the CommissionE+W

18The following are financial years of the Commission—

(a)the period beginning with the day on which the Commission is established and ending with 31st March falling next after that day; and

(b)every subsequent period of twelve months ending with 31st March.

Section 13

SCHEDULE 3U.K.Handling of Complaints and Conduct matters etc.

Part 1E+WHandling of complaints

Duties to preserve evidence relating to complaintsE+W

1(1)Where a complaint is made about the conduct of a chief officer, it shall be the duty of the [F6local policing body] maintaining his force to secure that all such steps as are appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act are taken, both initially and from time to time after that, for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to the conduct complained of.E+W

(2)Where—

(a)a complaint is made to a chief officer about the conduct of a person under his direction and control, or

(b)a chief officer becomes aware that a complaint about the conduct of a person under his direction or control has been made to the Commission or to a [F7local policing body] ,

the chief officer shall take all such steps as appear to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to the conduct complained of.

(3)The chief officer’s duty under sub-paragraph (2) must be performed as soon as practicable after the complaint is made or, as the case may be, he becomes aware of it.

(4)After that, he shall be under a duty, until he is satisfied that it is no longer necessary to do so, to continue to take the steps from time to time appearing to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to the conduct complained of.

(5)It shall be the duty of a [F8local policing body] to comply with all such directions as may be given to it by the Commission in relation to the performance of its duty under sub-paragraph (1).

(6)It shall be the duty of a chief officer to take all such specific steps for obtaining or preserving evidence relating to any conduct that is the subject-matter of a complaint as he may be directed to take for the purposes of this paragraph by the [F9local policing body] maintaining his force or by the Commission.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I2Sch. 3 para. 1 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 1 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 1 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 1 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Initial handling and recording of complaintsE+W

2[F10(1)Where a complaint is made to the Commission, it shall give notification of the complaint to the appropriate authority.E+W

(1A)But the Commission need not give that notification if the Commission considers that there are exceptional circumstances that justify its not being given.]

(2)Where a complaint is made to a [F11local policing body], it shall—

(a)determine whether or not it is itself the appropriate authority; and

(b)if it determines that it is not, give notification of the complaint to the person who is.

(3)Where a complaint is made to a chief officer, he shall—

(a)determine whether or not he is himself the appropriate authority; and

(b)if he determines that he is not, give notification of the complaint to the person who is.

F12(4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(5)Where the Commission, a [F13local policing body] or a chief officer gives notification of a complaint under any of sub-paragraphs (1) to (3) F14..., the person who gave the notification F15... shall notify the complainant—

(a)that the notification has been given and of what it contained; or

F16(b). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(6)Where—

(a)a [F17local policing body] determines, in the case of any complaint made to [F18the body], that it is itself the appropriate authority,

(b)a chief officer determines, in the case of any complaint made to that chief officer, that he is himself the appropriate authority, or

(c)a complaint is notified to a [F19local policing body] or chief officer under this paragraph,

[F20the body] or chief officer shall record the complaint.

(7)Nothing in this paragraph shall require the notification or recording by any person of any complaint about any conduct if—

(a)that person is satisfied that the subject-matter of the complaint has been, or is already being, dealt with by means of criminal or disciplinary proceedings against the person whose conduct it was; or

(b)the complaint has been withdrawn.

[F21(8)Nothing in this paragraph shall require the recording by any person of any complaint about any conduct if that person considers that the complaint falls within a description of complaints specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this paragraph.]

Textual Amendments

F10Sch. 3 para. 2(1) (1A) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 2(1) (16.1.2012 for specified purposes, 22.11.2012 in so far as not already in force) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 8(2); S.I. 2011/3019, art. 3, Sch. 1; S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

F12Sch. 3 para. 2(4) omitted (16.1.2012 for specified purposes, 22.11.2012 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 8(3); S.I. 2011/3019, art. 3, Sch. 1; S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I3Sch. 3 para. 2 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 2 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 2 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 2 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Failures to notify or record a complaintE+W

Failures to notify or record a complaintE+W

3(1)This paragraph applies where anything which is or purports to be a complaint in relation to which paragraph (2) has effect is received by a [F22local policing body] or chief officer (whether in consequence of having been made directly or of a notification under that paragraph).

(2)If the [F23local policing body] or chief officer decides not to take action under paragraph (2) for notifying or recording the whole or any part of what has been received, [F24the body] or chief officer shall notify the complainant of the following matters—

(a)the decision to take no action and, if that decision relates to only part of what was received, the part in question;

(b)the grounds on which the decision was made; and

(c)that complainant’s right to appeal against that decision under this paragraph.

(3)The complainant shall have a right of appeal to the Commission against any failure by the [F25local policing body] or chief officer to make a determination under paragraph 2 or to notify or record anything under that paragraph.

[F26(3A)But the complainant has no right of appeal under sub-paragraph (3) in either of the following cases.

(3B)The first case is where, by virtue of paragraph 2(7), there is no requirement to record the complaint.

(3C)The second case is where—

(a)the complaint relates to a direction and control matter, and

(b)the appeal relates to a failure by a local policing body.]

(4)On an appeal under this paragraph, the Commission shall—

(a)determine whether any action under paragraph 2 should have been taken in the case in question; and

(b)if the Commission finds in the complainant’s favour, give such directions as the Commission considers appropriate to the [F25local policing body] or chief officer as to the action to be taken for making a determination, or for notifying or recording what was received;

and it shall be the duty of a [F25local policing body] or chief officer to comply with any directions given under paragraph (b).

(5)Directions under sub-paragraph (4)(b) may require action taken in pursuance of the directions to be treated as taken in accordance with any such provision of paragraph 2 as may be specified in the direction.

(6)The Commission—

(a)shall give notification both to the [F27local policing body] or, as the case may be, the chief officer and to the complainant of any determination made by it under this paragraph; and

(b)shall give notification to the complainant of any direction given by it under this paragraph to the [F27local policing body] or chief officer.

(7)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision—

(a)for the form and manner in which appeals under this paragraph are to be brought;

(b)for the period within which any such appeal must be brought; and

(c)for the procedure to be followed by the Commission when dealing with or disposing of any such appeal.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I4Sch. 3 para. 3 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 3 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 3 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 3 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Reference of complaints to the CommissionE+W

4(1)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to refer a complaint to the Commission if—E+W

(a)the complaint is one alleging that the conduct complained of has resulted in death or serious injury;

(b)the complaint is of a description specified for the purposes of this sub-paragraph in regulations made by the Secretary of State; or

(c)the Commission notifies the appropriate authority that it requires the complaint in question to be referred to the Commission for its consideration.

(2)In a case where there is no obligation under sub-paragraph (1) to make a reference, the appropriate authority may refer a complaint to the Commission if that authority considers that it would be appropriate to do so so by reason of—

(a)the gravity of the subject-matter of the complaint; or

(b)any exceptional circumstances.

(3)In a case in which a reference under sub-paragraph (1) or (2) is neither made nor required to be made, a [F28local policing body] may refer a complaint to the Commission if—

(a)it is one in relation to which the chief officer of police of the police force maintained by [F29that body] is the appropriate authority; and

(b)the [F28local policing body] considers that it would be appropriate to do so reason of—

(i)the gravity of the subject-matter of the complaint; or

(ii)any exceptional circumstances.

(4)Where there is an obligation under this paragraph to refer a complaint to the Commission, it must be so referred within such period as may be provided for by regulations made by the Secretary of State.

(5)Subject to sub-paragraph (7), the following powers—

(a)the power of the Commission by virtue of sub-paragraph (1)(c) to require a complaint to be referred to it, and

(b)the power of a [F30local policing body] or chief officer to refer a complaint to the Commission under sub-paragraph (2) or (3),

shall each be exercisable at any time irrespective of whether the complaint is already being investigated by any person or has already been considered by the Commission.

(6)A [F31local policing body] or chief officer which refers a complaint to the Commission under this paragraph shall give a notification of the making of the reference—

(a)to the complainant, and

(b)except in a case where it appears to [F32that body] or chief officer that to do so might prejudice a possible future investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

(7)A complaint that has already been referred to the Commission under this paragraph on a previous occasion—

(a)shall not be required to be referred again under this paragraph unless the Commission so directs; and

(b)shall not be referred in exercise of any power conferred by this paragraph unless the Commission consents.

[F33(8)In a case where—

(a)a complaint relates to a direction and control matter, and

(b)there is no obligation under this paragraph for the appropriate authority to refer the complaint to the Commission,

the appropriate authority may refer the complaint to the Commission under this paragraph only if the Commission consents.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I5Sch. 3 para. 4 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 4 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 4 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 4 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Duties of Commission on references under paragraph 4E+W

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5(1)It shall be the duty of the Commission in the case of every complaint referred to it by a [F34local policing body] or chief officer, to determine whether or not it is necessary for the complaint to be investigated.

(2)Where the Commission determines under this paragraph that it is not necessary for a complaint to be investigated, it may, if it thinks fit, refer the complaint back to the appropriate authority to be dealt with by that authority in accordance with paragraph 6.

(3)Where the Commission refers a complaint back under sub-paragraph (2), it shall give a notification of the making of the reference back—

(a)to the complainant, and

(b)except in a case where it appears to the Commission that to do so might prejudice a possible future investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I6Sch. 3 para. 5 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 5 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 5 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 5 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Handling of complaints by the appropriate authorityE+W

[F356(1)This paragraph applies where a complaint has been recorded by the appropriate authority.E+W

(2)But this paragraph does not apply to a complaint if it is one that has been, or must be, referred to the Commission under paragraph 4, unless the complaint is for the time being—

(a)referred back to the authority under paragraph 5, or

(b)the subject of a determination under paragraph 15.

(3)Subject to paragraph 7, the appropriate authority shall determine whether or not the complaint is suitable for being subjected to local resolution.

(4)If the appropriate authority determines that the complaint is suitable for being subjected to local resolution, it shall make arrangements for it to be so subjected.

(5)If the appropriate authority determines that the complaint is not so suitable, it shall make arrangements for the complaint to be investigated by the authority on its own behalf.

(6)A determination that a complaint is suitable for being subjected to local resolution may not be made unless the following conditions are both met.

(7)The first condition is that the appropriate authority is satisfied that the conduct complained of (even if it were proved) would not justify the bringing of any criminal or disciplinary proceedings against the person whose conduct is complained of.

(8)The second condition is that the appropriate authority is satisfied that the conduct complained of (even if it were proved) would not involve the infringement of a person's rights under Article 2 or 3 of the Convention (within the meaning of the Human Rights Act 1998).

(9)In a case where this paragraph applies to a complaint by virtue of sub-paragraph (2)(b), a determination that the complaint is suitable for being subjected to local resolution may not be made unless the Commission approves the determination.

(10)No more than one application may be made to the Commission for the purposes of sub-paragraph (9) in respect of the same complaint.

(11)Sub-paragraph (9) (where applicable) is in addition to sub-paragraphs (6) to (8).]

Textual Amendments

[F36Disapplication of] requirements of ScheduleE+W

Textual Amendments

7(1)If, in a case in which paragraph (6) applies, the appropriate authority considers—E+W

(a)that it should handle the complaint otherwise than in accordance with this Schedule or should take no action in relation to it, and

(b)that the complaint falls within a description of complaints specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this paragraph,

the appropriate authority may F37... handle the complaint in whatever manner (if any) that authority thinks fit.

[F38(1A)But, in a case where paragraph 6 applies by virtue of paragraph 6(2)(a) or (b), the appropriate authority may not handle the complaint in whatever manner (if any) the authority thinks fit unless—

(a)the authority applies to the Commission, in accordance with the regulations, for permission to so handle the complaint, and

(b)the Commission gives permission.]

[F39(2)The appropriate authority shall notify the complainant—

(a)that the appropriate authority has decided to handle the complaint as permitted by sub-paragraph (1) (in a case where the appropriate authority is not required to apply for permission under sub-paragraph (1A) to so handle the complaint); or

(b)about the making of the application under sub-paragraph (1A) (in a case where the appropriate authority makes such an application).]

(3)Where such an application is made to the Commission, it shall, in accordance with regulations made by the Secretary of State—

(a)consider the application and determine whether to grant the permission applied for; and

(b)notify its decision to the appropriate authority and the complainant.

(4)Where an application is made under this paragraph in respect of any complaint, the appropriate authority shall not, while the application is being considered by the Commission, take any action in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule (other than under paragraph 1) in relation to that complaint.

(5)[F40Where the complaint is to be handled in whatever manner (if any) the authority thinks fit (whether or not the Commission's permission is needed), the authority—]

(a)shall not be required by virtue of any of the provisions of this Schedule (other than paragraph 1) to take any action in relation to the complaint; but

(b)may handle the complaint in whatever manner it thinks fit, or take no action in relation to the complaint, and for the purposes of handling the complaint may take any step that it could have taken, or would have been required to take, [F41if it were not proceeding in accordance with this paragraph].

(6)Where [F42the appropriate authority applies to the Commission under sub-paragraph (1A) and] the Commission determines that no permission should be granted F43...—

(a)it shall refer the matter back to the appropriate authority for the making of a determination under [F44paragraph 6(3)]; and

(b)the authority shall then make that determination.

(7)No more than one application may be made to the Commission under this paragraph in respect of the same complaint.

[F45(8)The complainant shall have a right of appeal to the relevant appeal body against any decision by the appropriate authority under this paragraph to handle the complaint otherwise than in accordance with this Schedule or to take no action in relation to it.

(9)But the complainant has no right of appeal in either of the following cases.

(10)The first case is where the appeal relates to a decision for which the Commission has given permission under this paragraph.

(11)The second case is where the complaint relates to a direction and control matter.

(12)On an appeal under this paragraph, subject to sub-paragraphs (13) and (14), the relevant appeal body shall—

(a)determine whether any decision taken by the appropriate authority under this paragraph should have been taken in the case in question; and

(b)if the relevant appeal body finds in the complainant's favour, give such directions as the relevant appeal body thinks appropriate to the local policing body or chief officer as to the action to be taken for handling the complaint in accordance with this Schedule or handling it otherwise than in accordance with this Schedule;

and it shall be the duty of a local policing body or chief officer to comply with any directions given under paragraph (b).

(13)Sub-paragraph (12) does not apply in a case where a particular chief officer of police is—

(a)the person in respect of whose decision the appeal is made under this paragraph, and

(b)the relevant appeal body in relation to the appeal.

(14)In such a case—

(a)the appeal shall determine whether any decision taken by the appropriate authority under this paragraph should have been taken in the case in question; and

(b)if the appeal finds in the complainant's favour, the chief officer of police must take such action as the chief officer thinks appropriate for handling the complaint in accordance with this Schedule or handling it otherwise than in accordance with this Schedule.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I7Sch. 3 para. 7 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 7 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 7 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 7 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Local resolution of complaintsE+W

8(1)The arrangements made by the appropriate authority for subjecting any complaint to local resolution may include the appointment of a person who—E+W

(a)is serving with the police, and

(b)is under the direction and control of the chief officer of police of the relevant force,

to secure the local resolution of the complaint.

(2)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision—

(a)for the different descriptions of procedures that are to be available for dealing with a complaint where it is decided it is to be subjected to local resolution;

(b)for requiring a person complained against in a case in which the complaint is subjected to local resolution to be given an opportunity of commenting, in such manner as may be provided for in the regulations, on the complaint;

(c)for requiring that, on the making of an application in accordance with the regulations, a record of the outcome of any procedure for the local resolution of any complaint is to be given to the complainant.

(3)A statement made by any person for the purposes of the local resolution of any complaint shall not be admissible in any subsequent criminal, civil or disciplinary proceedings except to the extent that it consists of an admission relating to a matter that has not been subjected to local resolution.

(4)If, after attempts have been made to resolve a complaint using local resolution, it appears to the appropriate authority—

(a)that the resolution of the complaint in that manner is impossible, or

(b)that the complaint is, for any other reason, not suitable for such resolution,

it shall make arrangements for the complaint to be investigated by that authority on its own behalf.

(5)The local resolution of any complaint shall be discontinued if—

(a)any arrangements are made under sub-paragraph (4);

(b)the Commission notifies the appropriate authority that it requires the complaint to be referred to the Commission under paragraph 4; or

(c)the complaint is so referred otherwise than in pursuance of such a notification.

(6)A person who has participated in any attempt to resolve a complaint using local resolution shall be disqualified for appointment under any provision of this Schedule to investigate that complaint, or to assist with the carrying out of the investigation of that complaint.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I8Sch. 3 para. 8 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 8 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 8 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 8 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F46Appeals relating to complaints dealt with other than by investigationE+W

Textual Amendments

F46Sch. 3 para. 8A substituted for Sch. 3 para. 9 (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 18; S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

8A(1)The complainant shall have a right of appeal to the relevant appeal body against the outcome of any complaint that is—E+W

(a)subjected to local resolution, or

(b)handled otherwise than in accordance with this Schedule.

(2)But the complainant has no right of appeal if the complaint relates to a direction and control matter.

(3)On an appeal under this paragraph, subject to sub-paragraphs (4) and (5), the relevant appeal body shall—

(a)determine whether the outcome of the complaint is a proper outcome; and

(b)if the relevant appeal body finds in the complainant's favour, give such directions as the relevant appeal body thinks appropriate to the appropriate authority as to the action to be taken in relation to the complaint;

and it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with any directions given under paragraph (b).

(4)Sub-paragraph (3) does not apply in a case where a chief officer of police is the relevant appeal body in relation to the appeal.

(5)In such a case—

(a)the appeal shall determine whether the outcome of the complaint is a proper outcome; and

(b)if the appeal finds in the complainant's favour, the chief officer of police must take such action as the chief officer thinks appropriate in relation to the complaint.]

Part 2E+W Handling of conduct matters

Conduct matters arising in civil proceedingsE+W

10(1)This paragraph applies where—E+W

(a)a [F47local policing body] or chief officer has received notification (whether or not under this paragraph) that civil proceedings relating to any matter have been brought by a member of the public against [F48that body] or chief officer, or it otherwise appears to a [F47local policing body] or chief officer that such proceedings are likely to be so brought; and

(b)it appears to [F48that body] or chief officer (whether at the time of the notification or at any time subsequently) that those proceedings involve or would involve a conduct matter.

(2)[F49The authority] or chief officer—

(a)shall consider whether it or, as the case may be, he is the appropriate authority in relation to the conduct matter in question; and

(b)if it or he is not, shall notify the person who is the appropriate authority about the proceedings, or the proposal to bring them, and about the circumstances that make it appear as mentioned in sub-paragraph (1)(b).

(3)Where a [F50local policing body] or chief officer determines for the purposes of this paragraph that it or, as the case may be, he is the appropriate authority in relation to any conduct matter, it or he shall [F51determine whether the matter is one which it or he is required to refer to the Commission under paragraph 13 or is one which it would be appropriate to so refer].

[F52(4)In a case where the appropriate authority determines that the matter is one which it or he is required to refer to the Commission under paragraph 13, or is one which it would be appropriate to so refer, it or he shall record the matter.

(4A)In any other case, the appropriate authority shall determine whether the matter falls within a description of matters specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this sub-paragraph.

(4B)In a case where the appropriate authority determines that the matter does not fall within such a description, it or he shall record the matter.

(4C)In any other case, the appropriate authority may (but need not) record the matter.

(4D)In a case where the appropriate authority—

(a)records a matter under this paragraph, and

(b)is not required to refer the matter to the Commission under paragraph 13 and does not do so,

the appropriate authority may deal with the matter in such other manner (if any) as it or he may determine.]

(5)Nothing in [F53sub-paragraph (4) or (4B)] shall require the appropriate authority to record any conduct matter if it is satisfied that the matter has been, or is already being, dealt with by means of criminal or disciplinary proceedings against the person to whose conduct the matter relates.

(6)For the purposes of this paragraph civil proceedings involve a conduct matter if—

(a)they relate to such a matter; or

(b)they are proceedings that relate to a matter in relation to which a conduct matter, or evidence of a conduct matter, is or may be relevant.

(7)The Secretary of State may by regulations provide for the times at which, or the periods within which, any requirement of this paragraph is to be complied with; and the period from which any such period is to run shall be such time as may be specified in those regulations or as may be determined in a manner set out in the regulations.

Textual Amendments

F52Sch. 3 para. 10(4)-(4D) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 10(4) (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 11(3); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C14Sch. 3 para. 10 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I9Sch. 3 para. 10 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 10 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 10 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 10 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Recording etc. of conduct matters in other casesE+W

11(1)[F54This paragraph applies where—] E+W

(a)a conduct matter comes (otherwise than as mentioned in paragraph 10) to the attention of the [F55local policing body] or chief officer who is the appropriate authority in relation to that matter, and

(b)it appears to the appropriate authority that the conduct involved in that matter falls within sub-paragraph (2),

F56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(2)Conduct falls within this sub-paragraph if (assuming it to have taken place)—

(a)it appears to have resulted in the death of any person or in serious injury to any person;

(b)a member of the public has been adversely affected by it; or

(c)it is of a description specified for the purposes of this sub-paragraph in regulations made by the Secretary of State.

[F57(3)The appropriate authority must determine whether the matter is one which it or he is required to refer to the Commission under paragraph 13, or is one which it would be appropriate to so refer.

(3A)In a case where the appropriate authority determines that the matter is one which it or he is required to refer to the Commission under paragraph 13, or is one which it would be appropriate to so refer, it or he shall record the matter.

(3B)In any other case, the appropriate authority shall determine whether the matter falls within a description of matters specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this sub-paragraph.

(3C)In a case where the appropriate authority determines that the matter does not fall within such a description, it or he shall record the matter.

(3D)In any other case, the appropriate authority may (but need not) record the matter.

(3E)In a case where the appropriate authority—

(a)records a matter under this paragraph, and

(b)is not required to refer the matter to the Commission under paragraph 13 and does not do so,

the appropriate authority may deal with the matter in such other manner (if any) as it or he may determine.]

(4)Nothing in [F58sub-paragraph (3A) or (3C)] shall require the appropriate authority to record any conduct matter if it is satisfied that the matter has been, or is already being, dealt with by means of criminal or disciplinary proceedings against the person to whose conduct the matter relates.

(5)If it appears to the Commission—

(a)that any matter that has come to its attention is a recordable conduct matter, but

(b)that that matter has not been recorded by the appropriate authority,

the Commission may direct the appropriate authority to record that matter; and it shall be the duty of that authority to comply with the direction.

Textual Amendments

F56Words in Sch. 3 para. 11(1)(b) omitted (22.11.2012) by virtue of Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 12(2)(b); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

F57Sch. 3 para. 11(3)-(3E) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 11(3) (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 12(3); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C16Sch. 3 para. 11 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I10Sch. 3 para. 11 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 11 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 11 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 11 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Duties to preserve evidence relating to conduct mattersE+W

12(1)Where a recordable conduct matter that relates to the conduct of a chief officer comes to the attention of the [F59local policing body] maintaining his force, it shall be the duty of [F60that body] to secure that all such steps as are appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act are taken, both initially and from time to time after that, for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to that matter.E+W

(2)Where a chief officer becomes aware of any recordable conduct matter relating to the conduct of a person under his direction and control, it shall be his duty to take all such steps as appear to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to that matter.

(3)The chief officer’s duty under sub-paragraph (2) must be performed as soon as practicable after he becomes aware of the matter in question.

(4)After that, he shall be under a duty, until he is satisfied that it is no longer necessary to do so, to continue to take the steps from time to time appearing to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to the matter.

(5)It shall be the duty of a [F61local policing body] to comply with all such directions as may be given to it by the Commission in relation to the performance of any duty imposed on it by virtue of sub-paragraph (1).

(6)It shall be the duty of the chief officer to take all such specific steps for obtaining or preserving evidence relating to any recordable conduct matter as he may be directed to take for the purposes of this paragraph by the [F62local policing body] maintaining his force or by the Commission.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C17Sch. 3 para. 12 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I11Sch. 3 para. 12 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 12 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 12 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 12 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Reference of conduct matters to the CommissionE+W

13(1)It shall be the duty of a [F63local policing body] or a chief officer to refer a recordable conduct matter to the Commission if, in a case (whether or not falling within paragraph 10) in which [F64the body] or chief officer is the appropriate authority—E+W

(a)that matter relates to any incident or circumstances in or in consequence of which any person has died or suffered serious injury;

(b)that matter is of a description specified for the purposes of this sub-paragraph in regulations made by the Secretary of State; or

(c)the Commission notifies the appropriate authority that it requires that matter to be referred to the Commission for its consideration.

(2)In any case where there is no obligation under sub-paragraph (1) to make a reference, the appropriate authority may refer a recordable conduct matter to the Commission if that authority considers that it would be appropriate to do so by reason of—

(a)the gravity of the matter; or

(b)any exceptional circumstances.

(3)In a case in which a reference under sub-paragraph (1) or (2) is neither made nor required to be made, a [F65local policing body] maintaining any police force may refer any recordable conduct matter to the Commission if—

(a)it is one in relation to which the chief officer of police of that force is the appropriate authority; and

(b)the [F66local policing body] considers that it would be appropriate to do so by reason of—

(i)the gravity of the matter; or

(ii)any exceptional circumstances.

(4)Where there is an obligation under this paragraph to refer any matter to the Commission, it must be so referred within such period as may be provided for by regulations made by the Secretary of State.

(5)Subject to sub-paragraph (7), the following powers—

(a)the power of the Commission by virtue of sub-paragraph (1)(c) to require a matter to be referred to it, and

(b)the power of a [F67local policing body] or chief officer to refer any matter to the Commission under sub-paragraph (2) or (3),

shall each be exercisable at any time irrespective of whether the matter is already being investigated by any person or has already been considered by the Commission.

(6)Where—

(a)a [F68local policing body] or chief officer refers a matter to the Commission under this paragraph, and

(b)[F69that body] or chief officer does not consider that to do so might prejudice a possible future investigation of that matter,

[F69that body] or chief officer shall give a notification of the making of the reference to the person to whose conduct that matter relates.

(7)A matter that has already been referred to the Commission under this paragraph on a previous occasion—

(a)shall not be required to be referred again under this paragraph unless the Commission so directs; and

(b)shall not be referred in exercise of any power conferred by this paragraph unless the Commission consents.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C18Sch. 3 para. 13 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I12Sch. 3 para. 13 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 13 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 13 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 13 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Duties of Commission on references under paragraph 13E+W

14(1)It shall be the duty of the Commission, in the case of every recordable conduct matter referred to it by a [F70local policing body] or chief officer under paragraph 13, to determine whether or not it is necessary for the matter to be investigated.E+W

(2)Where the Commission determines under this paragraph that it is not necessary for a recordable conduct matter to be investigated, it may if it thinks fit refer the matter back to the appropriate authority to be dealt with by that authority in such manner (if any) as that authority may determine.

(3)Where—

(a)the Commission refers a matter back to the appropriate authority under this paragraph, and

(b)the Commission does not consider that to do so might prejudice a possible future investigation of that matter,

the Commission shall give a notification of the making of the reference to the person to whose conduct that matter relates.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C19Sch. 3 para. 14 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I13Sch. 3 para. 14 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 14 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 14 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 14 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F71Part 2AE+Whandling of death and serious injury (DSI) matters

Textual Amendments

Duty to record DSI mattersE+W

14A(1)Where a DSI matter comes to the attention of the [F72local policing body] or chief officer who is the appropriate authority in relation to that matter, it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to record that matter.E+W

(2)If it appears to the Commission—

(a)that any matter that has come to its attention is a DSI matter, but

(b)that that matter has not been recorded by the appropriate authority,

the Commission may direct the appropriate authority to record that matter; and it shall be the duty of that authority to comply with the direction.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C20Sch. 3 para. 14A applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Duty to preserve evidence relating to DSI mattersE+W

14B(1)Where—E+W

(a)a DSI matter comes to the attention of a [F73local policing body] , and

(b)the relevant officer in relation to that matter is the chief officer of the force maintained by [F74that body],

it shall be the duty of [F74that body] to secure that all such steps as are appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act are taken, both initially and from time to time after that, for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to that matter.

(2)Where—

(a)a chief officer becomes aware of a DSI matter, and

(b)the relevant officer in relation to that matter is a person under his direction and control,

it shall be his duty to take all such steps as appear to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to that matter.

(3)The chief officer's duty under sub-paragraph (2) must be performed as soon as practicable after he becomes aware of the matter in question.

(4)After that, he shall be under a duty, until he is satisfied that it is no longer necessary to do so, to continue to take the steps from time to time appearing to him to be appropriate for the purposes of Part 2 of this Act for obtaining and preserving evidence relating to the matter.

(5)It shall be the duty of a [F75local policing body] to comply with all such directions as may be given to it by the Commission in relation to the performance of any duty imposed on it by virtue of sub-paragraph (1).

(6)It shall be the duty of the chief officer to take all such specific steps for obtaining or preserving evidence relating to any DSI matter as he may be directed to take for the purposes of this paragraph by the [F76local policing body] maintaining his force or by the Commission.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C21Sch. 3 para. 14B applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Reference of DSI matters to the CommissionE+W

14C(1)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to refer a DSI matter to the Commission.E+W

(2)The appropriate authority must do so within such period as may be provided for by regulations made by the Secretary of State.

(3)A matter that has already been referred to the Commission under this paragraph on a previous occasion shall not be required to be referred again under this paragraph unless the Commission so directs.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C22Sch. 3 para. 14C applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Duties of Commission on references under paragraph 14CE+W

14D(1)It shall be the duty of the Commission, in the case of every DSI matter referred to it by a [F77local policing body] or a chief officer, to determine whether or not it is necessary for the matter to be investigated.E+W

(2)Where the Commission determines under this paragraph that it is not necessary for a DSI matter to be investigated, it may if it thinks fit refer the matter back to the appropriate authority to be dealt with by that authority in such manner (if any) as that authority may determine.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C23Sch. 3 para. 14D applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Part 3U.K.Investigations and subsequent proceedings

Power of the Commission to determine the form of an investigationE+W

15(1)This paragraph applies where—E+W

(a)a complaint [F78, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] is referred to the Commission; and

(b)the Commission determines that it is necessary for the complaint or matter to be investigated.

(2)It shall be the duty of the Commission to determine the form which the investigation should take.

(3)In making a determination under sub-paragraph (2) the Commission shall have regard to the following factors—

(a)the seriousness of the case; and

(b)the public interest.

(4)The only forms which the investigation may take in accordance with a determination made under this paragraph are—

(a)an investigation by the appropriate authority on its own behalf;

(b)an investigation by that authority under the supervision of the Commission;

(c)an investigation by that authority under the management of the Commission;

(d)an investigation by the Commission.

(5)The Commission may at any time make a further determination under this paragraph to replace an earlier one.

(6)Where a determination under this paragraph replaces an earlier determination under this paragraph, or relates to a complaint or matter in relation to which the appropriate authority has already begun an investigation on its own behalf, the Commission may give—

(a)the appropriate authority, and

(b)any person previously appointed to carry out the investigation,

such directions as it considers appropriate for the purpose of giving effect to the new determination.

(7)It shall be the duty of a person to whom a direction is given under sub-paragraph (6) to comply with it.

(8)The Commission shall notify the appropriate authority of any determination that it makes under this paragraph in relation to a particular complaint [F78, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] .

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C24Sch. 3 para. 15 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I14Sch. 3 para. 15 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 15 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 15 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 15 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Investigations by the appropriate authority on its own behalfE+W

16(1)This paragraph applies if the appropriate authority is required by virtue of—E+W

(a)any determination made by that authority under [F79paragraph 6(3)] (whether following the recording of a complaint or on a reference back under paragraph 5(2)) or under paragraph 8(4), or

(b)any determination made by the Commission under paragraph 15,

to make arrangements for a complaint[F80, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] to be investigated by the appropriate authority on its own behalf.

(2)This paragraph also applies if—

(a)a determination falls to be made by that authority under paragraph [F8110(4D)], or [F8211(3E)] or 14(2) in relation to any recordable conduct matter [F83or under paragraph 14D(2) in relation to any DSI matter]; and

(b)the appropriate authority determine that it is necessary for the matter to be investigated by the authority on its own behalf.

(3)Subject to sub-paragraph (4) [F84or (5)], it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to appoint—

(a)a person serving with the police (whether under the direction and control of the chief officer of police of the relevant force or of the chief officer of another force), or

[F85(d)a National Crime Agency officer,]

to investigate the complaint or matter.

(4)The person appointed under this paragraph to investigate any complaint or [F86conduct matter]—

(a)in the case of an investigation relating to any conduct of a chief officer, must not be a person under that chief officer’s direction and control; and

(b)in the case of an investigation relating to any conduct of the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or of the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State for appointment under this paragraph.

[F87(5)The person appointed under this paragraph to investigate any DSI matter—

(a)in relation to which the relevant officer is a chief officer, must not be a person under that chief officer's direction and control;

(b)in relation to which the relevant officer is the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State for appointment under this paragraph.]

Textual Amendments

F85Sch. 3 para. 16(3)(d) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 16(3)(b)(c) Sch. 3 (7.10.2013) by Crime and Courts Act 2013 (c. 22), s. 61(2), Sch. 6 para. 17(2); S.I. 2013/1682, art. 3(q)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C25Sch. 3 para. 16 applied (with modifications) (E.W.) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I15Sch. 3 para. 16 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 16 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 16 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 16 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Investigations supervised by the CommissionE+W

17(1)This paragraph applies where the Commission has determined that it should supervise the investigation by the appropriate authority of any complaint [F88, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] .E+W

(2)On being given notice of that determination, the appropriate authority shall, if it has not already done so, appoint—

(a)a person serving with the police (whether under the direction and control of the chief officer of police of the relevant force or of the chief officer of another force), or

[F89(d)a National Crime Agency officer,]

to investigate the complaint or matter.

(3)The Commission may require that no appointment is made under sub-paragraph (2) unless it has given notice to the appropriate authority that it approves the person whom that authority proposes to appoint.

(4)Where a person has already been appointed to investigate the complaint or matter, or is selected under this sub-paragraph for appointment, and the Commission is not satisfied with that person, the Commission may require the appropriate authority, as soon as reasonably practicable after being required to do so—

(a)to select another person falling within sub-paragraph (2)(a) [F90, (b) or (c)] to investigate the complaint or matter; and

(b)to notify the Commission of the person selected.

(5)Where a selection made in pursuance of a requirement under sub-paragraph (4) has been notified to the Commission, the appropriate authority shall appoint that person to investigate the complaint or matter if, but only if, the Commission notifies the authority that it approves the appointment of that person.

(6)A person appointed under this paragraph to investigate any complaint or [F91conduct matter]—

(a)in the case of an investigation relating to any conduct of a chief officer, must not be a person under that chief officer’s direction and control; and

(b)in the case of an investigation relating to any conduct of the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or of the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State for appointment under this paragraph.

[F92(6A)The person appointed under this paragraph to investigate any DSI matter—

(a)in relation to which the relevant officer is a chief officer, must not be a person under that chief officer's direction and control;

(b)in relation to which the relevant officer is the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State for appointment under this paragraph.]

(7)The person appointed to investigate the complaint or matter shall comply with all such requirements in relation to the carrying out of that investigation as may, in accordance with regulations made for the purposes of this sub-paragraph by the Secretary of State, be imposed by the Commission in relation to that investigation.

Textual Amendments

F89Sch. 3 para. 17(2)(d) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 17(2)(b)(c) (7.10.2013) by Crime and Courts Act 2013 (c. 22), s. 61(2), Sch. 6 para. 17(3); S.I. 2013/1682, art. 3(q)

F90Words in Sch. 3 para. 17(4) substituted (1.4.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 1, 53, Sch. 1 para. 89(4); S.I. 2007/709, art. 3(a) (subject to arts. 6, 7)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C26Sch. 3 para. 17 applied (with modifications) (E.W.) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I16Sch. 3 para. 17 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 17 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 17 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 17 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Investigations managed by the CommissionE+W

18(1)This paragraph applies where the Commission has determined that it should manage the investigation by the appropriate authority of any complaint [F93, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] .E+W

(2)Sub-paragraphs (2) to [F94(6A)] of paragraph 17 shall apply as they apply in the case of an investigation which the Commission has determined is one that it should supervise.

(3)The person appointed to investigate the complaint or matter shall, in relation to that investigation, be under the direction and control of the Commission.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C27Sch. 3 para. 18 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I17Sch. 3 para. 18 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 18 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 18 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 18 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Investigations by the Commission itselfE+W

19(1)This paragraph applies where the Commission has determined that it should itself carry out the investigation of a complaint [F95, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter].E+W

(2)The Commission shall designate both—

(a)a member of the Commission’s staff to take charge of the investigation on behalf of the Commission, and

(b)all such other members of the Commission’s staff as are required by the Commission to assist him.

(3)The person designated under sub-paragraph (2) to be the person to take charge of an investigation relating to any conduct of the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or of the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State to be so designated under that sub-paragraph.

[F96(3A)The person designated under sub-paragraph (2) to be the person to take charge of an investigation of a DSI matter in relation to which the relevant officer is the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis or the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis must be the person nominated by the Secretary of State to be so designated under that sub-paragraph.]

(4)A member of the Commission’s staff who—

(a)is designated under sub-paragraph (2) in relation to any investigation, but

(b)does not already, by virtue of section 97(8) of the 1996 Act, have all the powers and privileges of a constable throughout England and Wales and the adjacent United Kingdom waters,

shall, for the purposes of the carrying out of the investigation and all purposes connected with it, have all those powers and privileges throughout England and Wales and those waters.

(5)A member of the Commission’s staff who is not a constable shall not, as a result of sub-paragraph (4), be treated as being in police service for the purposes of—

(a)section 280 of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 (c. 52) (person in police service excluded from definitions of “worker” and “employee”); or

(b)section 200 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 (c. 18) (certain provisions of that Act not to apply to persons in police service).

(6)The Secretary of State may by order [F97provide that—

(a)such provisions of the 1984 Act relating to investigations of offences conducted by police officers as may be specified in the order, and

(b)such provisions of a code of practice under section 60, 60A or 66 of that Act as may be so specified,

shall apply.]

[F98(6A)An order under sub-paragraph (6) may, in particular, provide that where a provision applied by the order allows a power to be exercised only if an authorisation is given by a police officer of or above a particular rank, the authorisation may be given by a member of the Commission's staff of or above a specified grade.]

(7)References in this paragraph to the powers and privileges of a constable—

(a)are references to any power or privilege conferred by or under any enactment (including one passed after the passing of this Act) on a constable; and

[F99(aa)a body required by section 26BA to enter into an agreement with the Commission, or]

(b)shall have effect as if every such power were exercisable, and every such privilege existed, throughout England and Wales and the adjacent United Kingdom waters (whether or not that is the case apart from this sub-paragraph).

(8)In this paragraph “United Kingdom waters” means the sea and other waters within the seaward limits of the United Kingdom’s territorial sea.

Textual Amendments

F97Words in Sch. 3 para. 19(6) substituted (1.10.2014) by Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 (c. 12), ss. 136(2), 185(1) (with ss. 21, 33, 42, 58, 75, 93); S.I. 2014/2454, art. 3(a)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C28Sch. 3 para. 19 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

C29Sch. 3 para. 19(4)(5)(7)(8) applied (with modifications) (16.1.2012) by The Elected Local Policing Bodies (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2012 (S.I. 2012/62), regs. 1, 20(3) (with reg. 3(6))

Commencement Information

I18Sch. 3 para. 19 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 19 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 19 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 19 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F100Special procedure where investigation relates to police officer or special constableE+W

Textual Amendments

F100Sch. 3 paras. 19A-19E inserted (3.11.2008 for the purpose of making regulations and 1.12.2008 otherwise) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 5 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2712, art. 2, Sch. para. 17(b) (subject to arts. 3, 4); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(ii) (with art. 3)

19AE+WParagraphs 19B to 19E apply to investigations of complaints or recordable conduct matters in cases where the person concerned (see paragraph 19B(11)) is a member of a police force or a special constable.

Assessment of seriousness of conduct under investigationE+W

19B(1)If, during the course of an investigation of a complaint, it appears to the person investigating that there is an indication that a person to whose conduct the investigation relates may have—E+W

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings,

the person investigating must certify the investigation as one subject to special requirements.

(2)If the person investigating a complaint certifies the investigation as one subject to special requirements, the person must, as soon as is reasonably practicable after doing so, make a severity assessment in relation to the conduct of the person concerned to which the investigation relates.

(3)The person investigating a recordable conduct matter must make a severity assessment in relation to the conduct to which the investigation relates—

(a)as soon as is reasonably practicable after his appointment or designation, or

(b)in the case of a matter recorded in accordance with paragraph 21A(5) or 24B(2), as soon as is reasonably practicable after it is so recorded.

(4)For the purposes of this paragraph a “severity assessment”, in relation to conduct, means an assessment as to—

(a)whether the conduct, if proved, would amount to misconduct or gross misconduct, and

(b)if the conduct were to become the subject of disciplinary proceedings, the form which those proceedings would be likely to take.

(5)An assessment under this paragraph may only be made after consultation with the appropriate authority.

(6)On completing an assessment under this paragraph, the person investigating the complaint or matter must give a notification to the person concerned that complies with sub-paragraph (7).

(7)The notification must—

(a)give the prescribed information about the results of the assessment;

(b)give the prescribed information about the effect of paragraph 19C and of regulations under paragraph 19D;

(c)set out the prescribed time limits for providing the person investigating the complaint or matter with relevant statements and relevant documents respectively for the purposes of paragraph 19C(2);

(d)give such other information as may be prescribed.

(8)Sub-paragraph (6) does not apply for so long as the person investigating the complaint or matter considers that giving the notification might prejudice—

(a)the investigation, or

(b)any other investigation (including, in particular, a criminal investigation).

(9)Where the person investigating a complaint or matter has made a severity assessment and considers it appropriate to do so, the person may revise the assessment.

(10)On revising a severity assessment, the person investigating the complaint or matter must notify the prescribed information about the revised assessment to the person concerned.

(11)In this paragraph and paragraphs 19C to 19E—

  • “the person concerned”—

    (a)

    in relation to an investigation of a complaint, means the person in respect of whom it appears to the person investigating that there is the indication mentioned in paragraph 19B(1);

    (b)

    in relation to an investigation of a recordable conduct matter, means the person to whose conduct the investigation relates;

  • “relevant document”—

    (a)

    means a document relating to any complaint or matter under investigation, and

    (b)

    includes such a document containing suggestions as to lines of inquiry to be pursued or witnesses to be interviewed;

  • “relevant statement” means an oral or written statement relating to any complaint or matter under investigation.

Duty to consider submissions from person whose conduct is being investigatedE+W

19C(1)This paragraph applies to—E+W

(a)an investigation of a complaint that has been certified under paragraph 19B(1) as one subject to special requirements, or

(b)an investigation of a recordable conduct matter.

(2)If before the expiry of the appropriate time limit notified in pursuance of paragraph 19B(7)(c)—

(a)the person concerned provides the person investigating the complaint or matter with a relevant statement or a relevant document, or

(b)any person of a prescribed description provides that person with a relevant document,

that person must consider the statement or document.

Interview of person whose conduct is being investigatedE+W

19D(1)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision as to the procedure to be followed in connection with any interview of the person concerned which is held during the course of an investigation within paragraph 19C(1)(a) or (b) by the person investigating the complaint or matter.E+W

(2)Regulations under this paragraph may, in particular, make provision—

[F101(za)requiring the person concerned to attend an interview,]

(a)for determining how the time at which an interview is to be held is to be agreed or decided,

(b)about the information that must be provided to the person being interviewed,

(c)for enabling that person to be accompanied at the interview by a person of a prescribed description.

Textual Amendments

F101Sch. 3 para. 19D(2)(za) inserted (19.12.2012) by Police (Complaints and Conduct) Act 2012 (c. 22), ss. 1(3), 3(3)

Duty to provide certain information to appropriate authorityE+W

19E(1)This paragraph applies during the course of an investigation within paragraph 19C(1)(a) or (b).E+W

(2)The person investigating the complaint or matter must supply the appropriate authority with such information in that person's possession as the authority may reasonably request for the purpose mentioned in sub-paragraph (3).

(3)That purpose is determining, in accordance with regulations under section 50 or 51 of the 1996 Act, whether the person concerned should be, or should remain, suspended—

(a)from office as constable, and

(b)where that person is a member of a police force, from membership of that force.]

[F102Interview of persons serving with the police etc during certain investigationsU.K.

Textual Amendments

F102Sch. 3 para. 19F and cross-heading inserted (19.12.2012) by Police (Complaints and Conduct) Act 2012 (c. 22), ss. 1(2), 3(3)

19F(1)This paragraph applies to an investigation of a complaint, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter which—U.K.

(a)is carried out by the appropriate authority under the management of the Commission, or

(b)is carried out by the Commission itself.

(2)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision as to the procedure to be followed in connection with an interview which—

(a)is held with a serving officer during the course of the investigation by the person investigating the complaint or matter, and

(b)is not within paragraph 19D(1).

(3)Regulations under sub-paragraph (2) may in particular make provision—

(a)requiring a serving officer to attend an interview,

(b)for determining how the time at which an interview is to be held is to be agreed or decided,

(c)about the information that must be provided to a serving officer being interviewed,

(d)for enabling a serving officer to be accompanied at the interview by a person of a prescribed description.

(4)“Serving officer” means a person who—

(a)is serving with the police, or

(b)is serving with an additional police body.

(5)A person is serving with an additional police body if the person is a member of, or is employed or otherwise engaged for the purposes of, that body (subject to sub-paragraph (6)).

(6)The Secretary of State may by regulations provide, in relation to an additional police body, that a person is serving with that body only if the person—

(a)is a member of, or is employed or otherwise engaged for the purposes of, that body, and

(b)is of a prescribed description.

(7)An “additional police body” means—

(a)a body of constables which is maintained by an authority other than a local policing body and is prescribed in regulations made by the Secretary of State under this sub-paragraph, or

[F103(b)the National Crime Agency.]

(8)The Secretary of State must obtain the consent of the Northern Ireland Assembly before making provision in regulations under this paragraph which would be within the legislative competence of the Northern Ireland Assembly.

(9)But consent under sub-paragraph (8) is not required in relation to a provision if—

(a)a Bill for an Act of the Northern Ireland Assembly containing the provision would require the consent of the Secretary of State under section 8 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998, and

(b)the provision does not affect, other than incidentally, a transferred matter (within the meaning of that Act).

(10)Nothing in this paragraph prevents or restricts the holding of interviews to which regulations under this paragraph do not apply during the course of any investigation under this Schedule.]

Textual Amendments

F103Sch. 3 para. 19F(7)(b) substituted (7.10.2013) by Crime and Courts Act 2013 (c. 22), s. 61(2), Sch. 8 para. 153(2); S.I. 2013/1682, art. 3(v)

Restrictions on proceedings pending the conclusion of an investigationE+W

20(1)No criminal or disciplinary proceedings shall be brought in relation to any matter which is the subject of an investigation in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule [F104 until—E+W

(a)the appropriate authority has certified the case as a special case under paragraph 20B(3) or 20E(3), or]

[F105(b)] a report on that investigation has been submitted to the Commission or to the appropriate authority under paragraph 22 [F106or 24A] .

(2)Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the bringing of criminal or disciplinary proceedings in respect of any conduct at any time after the discontinuance of the investigation in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule which relates to that conduct.

(3)The restrictions imposed by this paragraph in relation to the bringing of criminal proceedings shall not apply to the bringing of criminal proceedings by the Director of Public Prosecutions in any case in which it appears to him that there are exceptional circumstances which make it undesirable to delay the bringing of such proceedings.

Textual Amendments

F104Words in Sch. 3 para. 20(1) substituted for word (1.7.2005) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 159, 178, Sch. 11 para. 2(a); S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(v)

F105Words in Sch. 3 para. 20(1) renumbered (1.7.2005) as Sch. 3 para. 20(1)(b) by virtue of Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 159, 178, Sch. 11 para. 2(b); S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(v)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C30Sch. 3 para. 20 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

C31Sch. 3 para. 20 applied (with modifications) (16.1.2012) by The Elected Local Policing Bodies (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2012 (S.I. 2012/62), regs. 1, 23 (with reg. 3(6))

Commencement Information

I19Sch. 3 para. 20 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 20 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 20 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 20 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F107Accelerated procedure in special casesE+W

Textual Amendments

20A(1)If, at any time before the completion of his investigation, [F108the person investigating] a complaint or recordable conduct matter believes that the appropriate authority would, on consideration of the matter, be likely to consider that the special conditions are satisfied, he shall proceed in accordance with the following provisions of this paragraph.E+W

(2)If the person was appointed under paragraph 16, he shall submit to the appropriate authority—

(a)a statement of his belief and the grounds for it; and

(b)a written report on his investigation to that point;

and if he was appointed following a determination made by the Commission under paragraph 15 he shall send a copy of the statement and the report to the Commission.

(3)If the person was appointed under paragraph 17 or 18 or designated under paragraph 19, he shall submit to the appropriate authority—

(a)a statement of his belief and the grounds for it; and

(b)a written report on his investigation to that point;

and shall send a copy of the statement and the report to the Commission.

(4)A person submitting a report under this paragraph shall not be prevented by any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise from including all such matters in his report as he thinks fit.

(5)A statement and report may be submitted under this paragraph whether or not a previous statement and report have been submitted; but a second or subsequent statement and report may be submitted only if the person submitting them has grounds to believe that the appropriate authority will reach a different determination under paragraph 20B(2) or 20E(2).

(6)After submitting a report under this paragraph, the person [F109investigating] the complaint or recordable conduct matter shall continue his investigation to such extent as he considers appropriate.

(7)The special conditions are that—

[F110(a)there is sufficient evidence, in the form of written statements or other documents, to establish on the balance of probabilities that conduct to which the investigation relates constitutes gross misconduct;]

(c)it is in the public interest for the person whose conduct [F111it is] to cease to be a member of a police force, or to be a special constable, without delay.

(8)F112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(9)In paragraphs 20B to 20H “special report” means a report submitted under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F108Words in Sch. 3 para. 20A(1) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 6(2) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F109Words in Sch. 3 para. 20A(6) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 6(3) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F110Sch. 3 para. 20A(7)(a) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 20A(7)(a)(b) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 6(4)(a) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F111Words in Sch. 3 para. 20A(7)(c) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 6(4)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Investigations managed or carried out by Commission: action by appropriate authorityE+W

20B(1)This paragraph applies where —E+W

(a)a statement and special report on an investigation carried out under the management of the Commission, or

(b)a statement and special report on an investigation carried out by a person designated by the Commission,

are submitted to the appropriate authority under paragraph 20A(3).

(2)The appropriate authority shall determine whether the special conditions are satisfied.

[F113(3)If the appropriate authority determines that the special conditions are satisfied then, unless it considers that the circumstances are such as to make it inappropriate to do so, it shall—

(a)certify the case as a special case for the purposes of regulations under section 50(3) or 51(2A) of the 1996 Act; and

(b)take such steps as are required by those regulations in relation to a case so certified.]

(5)F114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(6)The appropriate authority shall notify the Commission of a certification under sub-paragraph (3).

(7)If the appropriate authority determines—

(a)that the special conditions are not satisfied, or

(b)that, although those conditions are satisfied, the circumstances are such as to make it inappropriate at present to bring disciplinary proceedings,

it shall submit to the Commission a memorandum under this sub-paragraph.

(8)The memorandum required to be submitted under sub-paragraph (7) is one which—

(a)notifies the Commission of its determination that those conditions are not satisfied or (as the case may be) that they are so satisfied but the circumstances are such as to make it inappropriate at present to bring disciplinary proceedings; and

(b)(in either case) sets out its reasons for so determining.

(9)In this paragraph “special conditions” has the meaning given by paragraph 20A(7).

Textual Amendments

F113Sch. 3 para. 20B(3) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 20B(3)(4) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 7(2) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Investigations managed or carried out by Commission: action by CommissionE+W

20C(1)On receipt of a notification under paragraph 20B(6), the Commission shall give a notification—E+W

(a)in the case of a complaint, to the complainant and to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

(2)The notification required by sub-paragraph (1) is one setting out—

(a)the findings of the special report;

(b)the appropriate authority's determination under paragraph 20B(2); and

(c)the action that the appropriate authority is required to take as a consequence of that determination.

(3)Subsections (5) to (7) of section 20 shall have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by sub-paragraph (1) as they have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by that section.

(4)Except so far as may be otherwise provided by regulations made by virtue of sub-paragraph (3), the Commission shall be entitled (notwithstanding any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise) to discharge the duty to give a person mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) notification of the findings of the special report by sending that person a copy of that report.

Investigations managed or carried out by Commission: action by CommissionE+W

20D(1)On receipt of a memorandum under paragraph 20B(7), the Commission shall—E+W

(a)consider the memorandum;

(b)determine, in the light of that consideration, whether or not to make a recommendation under paragraph 20H; and

(c)if it thinks fit to do so, make a recommendation under that paragraph.

(2)If the Commission determines not to make a recommendation under paragraph 20H, it shall notify the appropriate authority and the person [F115investigating the complaint or matter] of its determination.

Textual Amendments

F115Words in Sch. 3 para. 20D(2) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 8 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Other investigations: action by appropriate authorityE+W

20E(1)This paragraph applies where—E+W

(a)a statement and a special report on an investigation carried out by an appropriate authority on its own behalf, or

(b)a statement and a special report on an investigation carried out under the supervision of the Commission,

are submitted to the appropriate authority under paragraph 20A(2) or (3).

(2)The appropriate authority shall determine whether the special conditions are satisfied.

[F116(3)If the appropriate authority determines that the special conditions are satisfied then, unless it considers that the circumstances are such as to make it inappropriate to do so, it shall—

(a)certify the case as a special case for the purposes of regulations under section 50(3) or 51(2A) of the 1996 Act; and

(b)take such steps as are required by those regulations in relation to a case so certified.]

(5)F117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(6)Where the statement and report were required under paragraph 20A(2) to be copied to the Commission, the appropriate authority shall notify the Commission of a certification under sub-paragraph (3).

(7)If the appropriate authority determines—

(a)that the special conditions are not satisfied, or

(b)that, although those conditions are satisfied, the circumstances are such as to make it inappropriate at present to bring disciplinary proceedings,

it shall notify the person [F118investigating the complaint or matter] of its determination.

(8)In this paragraph “special conditions” has the meaning given by paragraph 20A(7).

Textual Amendments

F116Sch. 3 para. 20E(3) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 20E(3)(4) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 9(2) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F118Words in Sch. 3 para. 20E(7) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 9(4) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Other investigations: action by appropriate authorityE+W

20F(1)If the appropriate authority certifies a case under paragraph 20E(3), it shall give a notification—E+W

(a)in the case of a complaint, to the complainant and to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

(2)The notification required by sub-paragraph (1) is one setting out—

(a)the findings of the report;

(b)the authority's determination under paragraph 20E(2); and

(c)the action that the authority is required to take in consequence of that determination.

(3)Subsections (5) to (7) of section 20 shall have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the appropriate authority by sub-paragraph (1) as they have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the appropriate authority by that section.

(4)Except so far as may be otherwise provided by regulations made by virtue of sub-paragraph (3), the appropriate authority shall be entitled (notwithstanding any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise) to discharge the duty to give a person mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) notification of the findings of the special report by sending that person a copy of that report.

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20GE+WF119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

F119Sch. 3 para. 20G and preceding cross-heading repealed (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 149, 153, Sch. 23 para. 10, Sch. 28 Pt. 8 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(k)(ii) (subject to art. 3)

Special cases: recommendation or direction of CommissionE+W

20H(1)Where the appropriate authority has submitted, or is required to submit, a memorandum to the Commission under paragraph 20B(7), the Commission may make a recommendation to the appropriate authority that it should certify the case under paragraph 20B(3).E+W

(2)If the Commission determines to make a recommendation under this paragraph, it shall give a notification—

(a)in the case of a complaint, to the complainant and to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

(3)The notification required by sub-paragraph (2) is one setting out—

(a)the findings of the special report; and

(b)the Commission's recommendation under this paragraph.

(4)Subsections (5) to (7) of section 20 shall have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by sub-paragraph (2) as they have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by that section.

(5)Except so far as may be otherwise provided by regulations made by virtue of sub-paragraph (4), the Commission shall be entitled (notwithstanding any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise) to discharge the duty to give a person mentioned in sub-paragraph (2) notification of the findings of the special report by sending that person a copy of the report.

(6)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to notify the Commission whether it accepts the recommendation and (if it does) to certify the case and proceed accordingly.

(7)If, after the Commission has made a recommendation under this paragraph, the appropriate authority does not certify the case under paragraph 20B(3)—

(a)the Commission may direct the appropriate authority so to certify it; and

(b)it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with the direction and proceed accordingly.

(8)Where the Commission gives the appropriate authority a direction under this paragraph, it shall supply the appropriate authority with a statement of its reasons for doing so.

(9)The Commission may at any time withdraw a direction given under this paragraph.

(10)The appropriate authority shall keep the Commission informed of whatever action it takes in response to a recommendation or direction.

Special cases: recommendation or direction of CommissionE+W

20I(1)Where—E+W

(a)the Commission makes a recommendation under paragraph 20H in the case of an investigation of a complaint, and

(b)the appropriate authority notifies the Commission that the recommendation has been accepted,

the Commission shall notify the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21 of that fact and of the steps that have been, or are to be, taken by the appropriate authority to give effect to it.

(2)Where in the case of an investigation of a complaint the appropriate authority—

(a)notifies the Commission that it does not accept the recommendation made by the Commission under paragraph 20H, or

(b)fails to certify the case under paragraph 20B(3) and to proceed accordingly,

it shall be the duty of the Commission to determine what (if any) further steps to take under paragraph 20H.

(3)It shall be the duty of the Commission to notify the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21—

(a)of any determination under sub-paragraph (2) not to take further steps under paragraph 20H; and

(b)where it determines under that sub-paragraph to take further steps under that paragraph, of the outcome of the taking of those steps.]

Power F120... to discontinue an investigationE+W

Textual Amendments

21[F121(1)The Commission may by order require the discontinuance of the investigation of a complaint or matter if (whether on the application of the appropriate authority or otherwise) it appears to the Commission that—E+W

(a)the complaint or matter is of a description specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this paragraph, and

(b)discontinuance of the investigation is within the Commission's power.

(1A)The appropriate authority that is investigating a complaint or matter may discontinue the investigation if it appears to that authority that—

(a)the complaint or matter is of a description specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this paragraph, and

(b)discontinuance of the investigation is not within the Commission's power.

(1B)For the purposes of this paragraph—

(a)discontinuance of the investigation of a complaint is within the Commission's power if—

(i)the investigation is being undertaken by the appropriate authority on its own behalf and the complaint is one required to be referred to the Commission under paragraph 4; or

(ii)the investigation is under the supervision or management of the Commission;

(b)discontinuance of the investigation of a matter other than a complaint is within the Commission's power if the investigation is under the supervision or management of the Commission.]

(2)The Commission shall not discontinue any investigation that is being carried out in accordance with paragraph 19 except in such cases as may be authorised by regulations made by the Secretary of State.

(3)Where the Commission makes an order under this paragraph or discontinues an investigation being carried out in accordance with paragraph 19, it shall give notification of the discontinuance—

(a)to the appropriate authority;

(b)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the subject matter of the investigation under section 21; and

(c)in a case where the investigation that is discontinued is an investigation of a complaint, to the complainant.

[F122(3A)Where the appropriate authority discontinues an investigation under sub-paragraph (1A), the appropriate authority shall give notification of the discontinuance—

(a)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the investigation under section 21; and

(b)in a case where the investigation that is discontinued is an investigation of a complaint, to the complainant.]

(4)Where an investigation of a complaint[F123, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter] is discontinued [F124in accordance with an order under sub-paragraph (1)]—

(a)the Commission may give the appropriate authority directions to do any such things as it is authorised to direct by regulations made by the Secretary of State;

(b)the Commission may itself take any such steps of a description specified in regulations so made as it considers appropriate for purposes connected with the discontinuance of the investigation; and

(c)subject to the preceding paragraphs, neither the appropriate authority nor the Commission shall take any further action in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule in relation to that complaint or matter.

(5)The appropriate authority shall comply with any directions given to it under sub-paragraph (4).

[F125(6)Where an investigation of a complaint, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter is discontinued in accordance with sub-paragraph (1A)—

(a)the appropriate authority may take any such steps of a description specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State as he or it considers appropriate for purposes connected with the discontinuance of the investigation; and

(b)subject to the preceding paragraphs, neither the appropriate authority nor the Commission shall take any further action in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule in relation to that complaint or matter.]

[F126(7)The complainant shall have a right of appeal to the relevant appeal body against any decision by the appropriate authority under sub-paragraph (1A) to discontinue the investigation of the complaint.

(8)But the complainant has no right of appeal if the complaint relates to a direction and control matter.

(9)On an appeal under this paragraph, subject to sub-paragraphs (10) and (11), the relevant appeal body shall—

(a)determine whether any decision taken by the appropriate authority under this paragraph should have been taken in the case in question; and

(b)if the relevant appeal body finds in the complainant's favour, give such directions as the relevant appeal body thinks appropriate to the local policing body or chief officer as to the action to be taken for investigating the complaint;

and it shall be the duty of a local policing body or chief officer to comply with any directions given under paragraph (b).

(10)Sub-paragraph (9) does not apply in a case where a particular chief officer of police is—

(a)the person in respect of whose decision an appeal is made under this paragraph, and

(b)the relevant appeal body in relation to the appeal.

(11)In such a case—

(a)the appeal shall determine whether any decision taken by the appropriate authority under this paragraph should have been taken in the case in question; and

(b)if the appeal finds in the complainant's favour, the chief officer of police must take such action as the chief officer thinks appropriate for investigating the complaint.]

Textual Amendments

F121Sch. 3 para. 21(1)-(1B) substituted for Sch. 3 para. 21(1) (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 13(4); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C32Sch. 3 para. 21 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I20Sch. 3 para. 21 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 21 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 21 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 21 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F127Procedure where conduct matter is revealed during investigation of DSI matterE+W

Textual Amendments

21A(1)If during the course of an investigation of a DSI matter it appears to a person appointed under paragraph 18 or designated under paragraph 19 that there is an indication that a person serving with the police (“the person whose conduct is in question”) may have—E+W

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings,

he shall make a submission to that effect to the Commission.

(2)If, after considering a submission under sub-paragraph (1), the Commission determines that there is such an indication, it shall—

(a)notify the appropriate authority in relation to the DSI matter and (if different) the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question of its determination; and

(b)send to it (or each of them) a copy of the submission under sub-paragraph (1).

(3)If during the course of an investigation of a DSI matter it appears to a person appointed under paragraph 16 or 17 that there is an indication that a person serving with the police (“the person whose conduct is in question”) may have—

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings,

he shall make a submission to that effect to the appropriate authority in relation to the DSI matter.

(4)If, after considering a submission under sub-paragraph (3), the appropriate authority determines that there is such an indication, it shall—

(a)if it is not the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question, notify that other authority of its determination and send to that authority a copy of the submission under sub-paragraph (3); and

(b)notify the Commission of its determination and send to it a copy of the submission under sub-paragraph (3).

(5)Where the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question—

(a)is notified of a determination by the Commission under sub-paragraph (2),

(b)(in a case where it is also the appropriate authority in relation to the DSI matter) makes a determination under sub-paragraph (4), or

(c)(in a case where it is not the appropriate authority in relation to the DSI matter) is notified by that other authority of a determination by it under sub-paragraph (4),

it shall record the matter under paragraph 11 as a conduct matter F128. . . .

[F129(6)Where a DSI matter is recorded under paragraph 11 as a conduct matter by virtue of sub-paragraph (5)—

(a)the person investigating the DSI matter shall (subject to any determination made by the Commission under paragraph 15(5)) continue the investigation as if appointed or designated to investigate the conduct matter, and

(b)the other provisions of this Schedule shall apply in relation to that matter accordingly.]]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C33Sch. 3 para. 21A applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Final reports on investigations: complaints, conduct matters and certain DSI mattersE+W

[F13022(1)This paragraph applies on the completion of an investigation of—E+W

(a)a complaint,[F131 or]

(b)a conduct matter, or

(c)F132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(2)A person appointed under paragraph 16 shall submit a report on his investigation to the appropriate authority.

(3)A person appointed under paragraph 17 or 18 shall—

(a)submit a report on his investigation to the Commission; and

(b)send a copy of that report to the appropriate authority.

(4)In relation to [F133a matter that was formerly a DSI matter but has been recorded as a conduct matter in pursuance of paragraph 21A(5)], the references in sub-paragraphs (2) and (3) of this paragraph to the appropriate authority are references to—

(a)the appropriate authority in relation to the DSI matter; and

(b)(where different) the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question.

(5)A person designated under paragraph 19 as the person in charge of an investigation by the Commission itself shall submit a report on it to the Commission.

(6)A person submitting a report under this paragraph shall not be prevented by any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise from including all such matters in his report as he thinks fit.

[F134(7)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision requiring a report on an investigation within paragraph 19C(1)(a) or (b)—

(a)to include such matters as are specified in the regulations;

(b)to be accompanied by such documents or other items as are so specified.

(8)A person who has submitted a report under this paragraph on an investigation within paragraph 19C(1)(a) or (b) must supply the appropriate authority with such copies of further documents or other items in that person's possession as the authority may request.

(9)The appropriate authority may only make a request under sub-paragraph (8) in respect of a copy of a document or other item if the authority—

(a)considers that the document or item is of relevance to the investigation, and

(b)requires a copy of the document or the item for either or both of the purposes mentioned in sub-paragraph (10).

(10)Those purposes are—

(a)complying with any obligation under regulations under section 50(3) or 51(2A) of the 1996 Act which the authority has in relation to any person to whose conduct the investigation related;

(b)ensuring that any such person receives a fair hearing at any disciplinary proceedings in respect of any such conduct of his.]]

Textual Amendments

F131Word in Sch. 3 para. 22(1)(a) inserted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 12(2)(a) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F133Words in Sch. 3 para. 22(4) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 12(3) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(ii) (subject to art. 3)

F134Sch. 3 para. 22(7)-(10) inserted (3.11.2008 for certain purposes and 1.12.2008 otherwise) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 12(4) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2712, art. 2, Sch. para. 17(b) (subject to arts. 3, 4); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(ii) (subject to art. 3)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C34Sch. 3 para. 22 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I21Sch. 3 para. 22 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 22 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 22 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 22 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Action by the Commission in response to an investigation report [F135under paragraph 22]E+W

Textual Amendments

23(1)This paragraph applies where—E+W

(a)a report on an investigation carried out under the management of the Commission is submitted to it under sub-paragraph [F136(3)] of paragraph 22; or

(b)a report on an investigation carried out by a person designated by the Commission is submitted to it under sub-paragraph [F137(5)] of that paragraph.

(2)On receipt of the report, the Commission—

(a)if it appears that the appropriate authority has not already been sent a copy of the report, shall send a copy of the report to that authority;

[F138(b)shall determine whether the conditions set out in sub-paragraphs (2A) and (2B) are satisfied in respect of the report;]

(c)if it determines that [F139those conditions are so satisfied], shall notify the Director of Public Prosecutions of the determination and send him a copy of the report; and

(d)shall notify the appropriate authority [F140and the persons mentioned in sub-paragraph (5)] of its determination under paragraph (b) and of any action taken by it under paragraph (c).

[F141(2A)The first condition is that the report indicates that a criminal offence may have been committed by a person to whose conduct the investigation related.

(2B)The second condition is that—

(a)the circumstances are such that, in the opinion of the Commission, it is appropriate for the matters dealt with in the report to be considered by the Director of Public Prosecutions, or

(b)any matters dealt with in the report fall within any prescribed category of matters.]

(3)The Director of Public Prosecutions shall notify the Commission of any decision of his to take, or not to take, action in respect of the matters dealt with in any report a copy of which has been sent to him under sub-paragraph (2)(c).

(4)It shall be the duty of the Commission to notify the persons mentioned in sub-paragraph (5) if criminal proceedings are brought against any person by the Director of Public Prosecutions in respect of any matters dealt with in a report copied to him under sub-paragraph (2)(c).

(5)[F142The] persons are—

(a)in the case of a complaint, the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

[F143(6)On receipt of the report, the Commission shall also notify the appropriate authority that it must—

(a)in accordance with regulations under section 50 or 51 of the 1996 Act, determine—

(i)whether any person to whose conduct the investigation related has a case to answer in respect of misconduct or gross misconduct or has no case to answer, and

[F144(ia)whether or not any such person's performance is unsatisfactory, and]

(ii)what action (if any) the authority is required to, or will in its discretion, take in respect of the matters dealt with in the report, and

(b)determine what other action (if any) the authority will in its discretion take in respect of those matters.”

(7)On receipt of a notification under sub-paragraph (6) the appropriate authority shall make those determinations and submit a memorandum to the Commission which—

(a)sets out the determinations the authority has made, and

(b)if the appropriate authority has decided in relation to any person to whose conduct the investigation related that disciplinary proceedings should not be brought against that person, sets out its reasons for so deciding.]

(8)On receipt of a memorandum under sub-paragraph (7), the Commission shall—

(a)consider the memorandum and whether the appropriate authority [F145has made the determinations under sub-paragraph (6)(a)] that the Commission considers appropriate in respect of the matters dealt with in the report;

(b)determine, in the light of its consideration of those matters, whether or not to make recommendations under paragraph 27; and

(c)make such recommendations (if any) under that paragraph as it thinks fit.

(9)On the making of a determination under sub-paragraph (8)(b) the Commission shall give a notification—

(a)in the case of a complaint, to the complainant and to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

(10)The notification required by sub-paragraph (9) is one setting out—

(a)the findings of the report;

(b)the Commission’s determination under sub-paragraph (8)(b); and

(c)the action which the appropriate authority is to be recommended to take as a consequence of the determination.

(11)Subsections (5) to (7) of section 20 shall have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by sub-paragraph (9) of this paragraph as they have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the Commission by that section.

(12)Except so far as may be otherwise provided by regulations made by virtue of sub-paragraph (11), the Commission shall be entitled (notwithstanding any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise) to discharge the duty to give a person mentioned in sub-paragraph (9) notification of the findings of the report by sending that person a copy of the report.

[F146(13)In relation to a DSI matter in respect of which a determination has been made under paragraph 21A(2) or (4), the references in this paragraph to the appropriate authority are references to the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question.]

Textual Amendments

F139Words in Sch. 3 para. 23(2)(c) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 13(2)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F140Words in Sch. 3 para. 23(2)(d) inserted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 13(2)(c) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F142Word in Sch. 3 para. 23(5) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 13(4) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F145Words in Sch. 3 para. 23(8)(a) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 13(6) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C35Sch. 3 para. 23 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I22Sch. 3 para. 23 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 23 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 23 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 23 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Action by the appropriate authority in response to an investigation report [F147under paragraph 22]E+W

Textual Amendments

24(1)This paragraph applies where—E+W

(a)a report of an investigation is submitted to the appropriate authority in accordance with paragraph [F14822(2)] ; or

(b)a copy of a report on an investigation carried out under the supervision of the Commission is sent to the appropriate authority in accordance with paragraph [F14922(3)] .

(2)On receipt of the report or (as the case may be) of the copy, the appropriate authority—

[F150(a)shall determine whether the conditions set out in sub-paragraphs (2A) and (2B) are satisfied in respect of the report;]

(b)if it determines that [F151those conditions are so satisfied], shall notify the Director of Public Prosecutions of the determination and send him a copy of the report[F152 and

(c)shall notify the persons mentioned in sub-paragraph (5) of its determination under paragraph (a) and of any action taken by it under paragraph (b).]

[F153(2A)The first condition is that the report indicates that a criminal offence may have been committed by a person to whose conduct the investigation related.

(2B)The second condition is that—

(a)the circumstances are such that, in the opinion of the appropriate authority, it is appropriate for the matters dealt with in the report to be considered by the Director of Public Prosecutions, or

(b)any matters dealt with in the report fall within any prescribed category of matters.]

(3)The Director of Public Prosecutions shall notify the appropriate authority of any decision of his to take, or not to take, action in respect of the matters dealt with in any report a copy of which has been sent to him under sub-paragraph (2).

(4)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to notify the persons mentioned in sub-paragraph (5) if criminal proceedings are brought against any person by the Director of Public Prosecutions in respect of any matters dealt with in a report copied to him under sub-paragraph (2)(b).

(5)[F154The] persons are—

(a)in the case of a complaint, the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

[F155(5A)In the case of a report falling within sub-paragraph (1)(b) which relates to a recordable conduct matter, the appropriate authority shall also notify the Commission of its determination under sub-paragraph (2)(a).

(5B)On receipt of such a notification that the appropriate authority has determined that the conditions in sub-paragraphs (2A) and (2B) are not satisfied in respect of the report, the Commission—

(a)shall make its own determination as to whether those conditions are so satisfied, and

(b)if it determines that they are so satisfied, shall direct the appropriate authority to notify the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Commission's determination and to send the Director a copy of the report.

(5C)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with any direction given to it under sub-paragraph (5B).]

[F156(6)On receipt of the report or (as the case may be) copy, the appropriate authority shall also—

(a)in accordance with regulations under section 50 or 51 of the 1996 Act, determine—

(i)whether any person to whose conduct the investigation related has a case to answer in respect of misconduct or gross misconduct or has no case to answer, and

[F157(ia)whether or not any such person's performance is unsatisfactory, and]

(ii)what action (if any) the authority is required to, or will in its discretion, take in respect of the matters dealt with in the report, and

(b)determine what other action (if any) the authority will in its discretion take in respect of those matters.]

(7)On the making of [F158the determinations] under sub-paragraph (6) the appropriate authority shall give a notification—

(a)in the case of a complaint, to the complainant and to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(b)in the case of a recordable conduct matter, to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to that matter under that section.

(8)The notification required by sub-paragraph (7) is one setting out—

(a)the findings of the report;

[F159(b)the determinations the authority has made under sub-paragraph (6);]

(d)the complainant’s right of appeal under paragraph 25.

(9)Subsections (5) to (7) of section 20 shall have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the appropriate authority by sub-paragraph (7) of this paragraph as they have effect in relation to the duties imposed on the appropriate authority by that section.

(10)Except so far as may be otherwise provided by regulations made by virtue of sub-paragraph (9), the appropriate authority shall be entitled (notwithstanding any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise) to discharge the duty to give a person mentioned in sub-paragraph (7) notification of the findings of the report by sending that person a copy of the report.

[F160(11)In relation to a DSI matter in respect of which a determination has been made under paragraph 21A(2) or (4), the references in this paragraph to the appropriate authority are references to the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question.]

Textual Amendments

F151Words in Sch. 3 para. 24(2)(b) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 14(2)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F152Sch. 3 para. 24(2)(c) and word inserted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 14(2)(c) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F154Word in Sch. 3 para. 24(5) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 14(4) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F158Words in Sch. 3 para. 24(7) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 14(7) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F159Sch. 3 para. 24(8)(b) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 24(8)(b)(c) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 14(8) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C36Sch. 3 para. 24 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I23Sch. 3 para. 24 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 24 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 24 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 24 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F161Final reports on investigations: other DSI mattersE+W

Textual Amendments

24A(1)This paragraph applies on the completion of an investigation of a DSI matter in respect of which neither the Commission nor the appropriate authority has made a determination under paragraph 21A(2) or (4).E+W

(2)[F162The person investigating] shall—

(a)submit a report on the investigation to the Commission; and

(b)send a copy of that report to the appropriate authority.

(3)A person submitting a report [F163to the Commission] under this paragraph shall not be prevented by any obligation of secrecy imposed by any rule of law or otherwise from including all such matters in his report as he thinks fit.

(4)On receipt of the report, the Commission shall determine whether the report indicates that a person serving with the police may have—

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings.

Textual Amendments

F162Words in Sch. 3 para. 24A(2) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 15 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Action by the Commission in response to an investigation report under paragraph 24AE+W

24B(1)If the Commission determines under paragraph 24A(4) that the report indicates that a person serving with the police may have—E+W

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings,

it shall notify the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question of its determination and, if it appears that that authority has not already been sent a copy of the report, send a copy of the report to that authority.

(2)Where the appropriate authority in relation to the person whose conduct is in question is notified of a determination by the Commission under sub-paragraph (1), it shall record the matter under paragraph 11 as a conduct matter F164. . . .

[F165(3)Where a DSI matter is recorded under paragraph 11 as a conduct matter by virtue of sub-paragraph (2)—

(a)the person investigating the DSI matter shall (subject to any determination made by the Commission under paragraph 15(5)) investigate the conduct matter as if appointed or designated to do so, and

(b)the other provisions of this Schedule shall apply in relation to that matter accordingly.]

Textual Amendments

24C(1)[F166This paragraph applies where] the Commission determines under paragraph 24A(4) that there is no indication in the report that a person serving with the police may have—E+W

(a)committed a criminal offence, or

(b)behaved in a manner which would justify the bringing of disciplinary proceedings,

F167...

F168(2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F169(3)The Commission may notify the appropriate authority that it must, in accordance with regulations under section 50 or 51 of the 1996 Act, determine—

(a)whether or not the performance of a person serving with the police is unsatisfactory, and

(b)what action (if any) the authority will take in respect of any such person's performance.]

[F169(4)On receipt of a notification under sub-paragraph (3) the appropriate authority shall make those determinations and submit a memorandum to the Commission setting out the determinations the authority has made.]

[F169(5)On receipt of a memorandum under sub-paragraph (4), the Commission shall—

(a)consider the memorandum and whether the appropriate authority has made the determinations under sub-paragraph (4) that the Commission considers appropriate;

(b)determine whether or not to make recommendations under paragraph 27;

(c)make such recommendations (if any) under that paragraph as it thinks fit.]]

Textual Amendments

Appeals F170... with respect to an investigationE+W

Textual Amendments

F170Words in Sch. 3 para. 25 heading omitted (22.11.2012) by virtue of Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 20(1); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

25(1)This paragraph applies where a complaint has been subjected to—E+W

(a)an investigation by the appropriate authority on its own behalf; or

(b)an investigation under the supervision of the Commission.

(2)The complainant shall have the following rights of appeal [F171to the relevant appeal body] —

(a)a right to appeal on the grounds that he has not been provided with adequate information—

(i)about the findings of the investigation; or

[F172(ii)about any determination of the appropriate authority relating to the taking (or not taking) of action in respect of any matters dealt with in the report on the investigation;]

(b)a right to appeal against the findings of the investigation; F173. . .

[F174(ba)a right of appeal against any determination by the appropriate authority that a person to whose conduct the investigation related has a case to answer in respect of misconduct or gross misconduct or has no case to answer [F175or that such a person's performance is, or is not, unsatisfactory];

(c)a right of appeal against any determination by the appropriate authority relating to the taking (or not taking) of action in respect of any matters dealt with in the report; and

(d)a right of appeal against any determination by the appropriate authority under paragraph 24(2)(a) as a result of which it is not required to send the Director of Public Prosecutions a copy of the report;]

and it shall be the duty of the [F176relevant appeal body] to notify the appropriate authority, every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21 and the person complained against of any appeal brought under this paragraph [F177(except that the duty to notify the appropriate authority does not apply where that authority is the relevant appeal body)].

[F178(2ZA)But the complainant has no right of appeal if the complaint relates to a direction and control matter.]

[F179(2A)In sub-paragraph (2)—

(a)references to the findings of an investigation do not include a reference to findings on a report submitted under paragraph 20A; and

(b)references to the report of an investigation do not include a reference to a report submitted under that paragraph.]

(3)On the bringing of an appeal under this paragraph, the Commission may require the appropriate authority to submit a memorandum to the Commission which—

[F180(za)sets out whether the appropriate authority has determined that a person to whose conduct the investigation related has a case to answer in respect of misconduct or gross misconduct or has no case to answer;]

[F181(zb)sets out whether the appropriate authority has determined any such person's performance is, or is not, unsatisfactory;]

[F182(a)sets out what action (if any) the authority has determined that it is required to or will, in its discretion, take in respect of the matters dealt with in the report;]

(c)if the appropriate authority has decided in relation to [F183a person to whose conduct the investigation related] that disciplinary proceedings should not be brought against that person, sets out its reasons for so deciding;[F184 and

(d)if the appropriate authority made a determination under paragraph 24(2)(a) as a result of which it is not required to send the Director of Public Prosecutions a copy of the report, sets out the reasons for that determination;]

and it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with any requirement under this sub-paragraph.

(4)Where the Commission so requires on the bringing of any appeal under this paragraph in the case of an investigation by the appropriate authority on its own behalf, the appropriate authority shall provide the Commission with a copy of the report of the investigation.

(5)On an appeal under this paragraph, the [F185relevant appeal body] shall determine [F186such of the following as it considers appropriate in the circumstances]—

(a)whether the complainant has been provided with adequate information about the matters mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)(a);

(b)whether the findings of the investigation need to be reconsidered; F173...

[F187(c)whether the appropriate authority—

(i)has made such a determination as is mentioned in sub-paragraph (3)(za) [F188or (zb)] that the [F185relevant appeal body] considers to be appropriate in respect of the matters dealt with in the report, and

(ii)has determined that it is required to or will, in its discretion, take the action (if any) that the [F185relevant appeal body] considers to be so appropriate; and

(d)whether the conditions set out in paragraph 24(2A) and (2B) are satisfied in respect of the report.]

(6)If, on an appeal under this paragraph, the [F189relevant appeal body] determines that the complainant has not been provided with adequate information about any matter[F190—

(a)in a case where the Commission is the relevant appeal body,] the Commission shall give the appropriate authority all such directions as the Commission considers appropriate for securing that the complainant is properly informed[F191; and

(b)in a case where the appropriate authority is the relevant appeal body, that authority shall take such steps as it considers appropriate for securing that the complainant is properly informed.]

(7)Nothing in [F192sub-paragraph (6)(a)] shall authorise the Commission to require the disclosure of any information the disclosure of which to the appellant has been or is capable of being withheld by virtue of regulations made under section 20(5).

(8)If, on an appeal under this paragraph, the Commission determines that the findings of the investigation need to be reconsidered [F193in a case where the Commission is the relevant appeal body], it shall either—

(a)review those findings without an immediate further investigation; or

(b)direct that the complaint be re-investigated[F194; and

in a case where the appropriate authority is the relevant appeal body, that authority shall re-investigate the complaint.]

(9)If, on an appeal under this paragraph, the [F195relevant appeal body] determines that the appropriate authority [F196has not made a determination as to whether there is a case for a person to whose conduct the investigation related to answer that the [F195relevant appeal body] [F197considers appropriate, or determines that the appropriate authority has not made a determination as to whether a person's performance is or is not unsatisfactory, or determines that the appropriate authority] has not determined that it is required to or will, in its discretion, take the action in respect of the matters dealt with in] the report that the [F195relevant appeal body] [F198considers appropriate—

(a)sub-paragraph (9ZA) applies if the Commission is the relevant appeal body; or

(b)sub-paragraph (9ZB) applies if the chief officer of police is the relevant appeal body.

(9ZA)The Commission shall— ]

(a)determine, in the light of that determination, whether or not to make recommendations under paragraph 27; and

(b)make such recommendations (if any) under that paragraph as it thinks fit.

[F199(9ZB)The chief officer of police shall take such action as the chief officer thinks appropriate in relation to the bringing of disciplinary proceedings in respect of the matters dealt with in the report.

(9ZC)If disciplinary proceedings are brought by virtue of sub-paragraph (9ZB), it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to ensure that they are proceeded with to a proper conclusion.]

[F200(9A)If, on an appeal under this paragraph, the [F201relevant appeal body] determines that the conditions set out paragraph 24(2A) and (2B) are satisfied in respect of the report, [F202 in a case where the Commission is the relevant appeal body it shall direct the appropriate authority to, or in a case where the appropriate authority is the relevant appeal body it shall ] —

(a)F203... notify the Director of Public Prosecutions of the F204... determination, and

(b)F205... send the Director a copy of the report.]

(10)The [F206relevant appeal body] shall give notification of any determination under this paragraph—

(a)to the appropriate authority [F207(unless it is the relevant appeal body)],

(b)to the complainant;

(c)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(d)except in a case where it appears to the [F208relevant appeal body] that to do so might prejudice any proposed review or re-investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

(11)[F209In a case where the Commission is the relevant appeal body, it] shall also give notification of any directions given to the appropriate authority under this paragraph—

(a)to the complainant;

(b)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(c)except in a case where it appears to the Commission that to do so might prejudice any proposed review or re-investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

(12)It shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with any directions given to it under this paragraph.

(13)The Secretary of State may by regulations make provision—

(a)for the form and manner in which appeals under this paragraph are to be brought;

(b)for the period within which any such appeal must be brought; and

(c)for the procedure to be followed by the [F210relevant appeal body] when dealing with or disposing of any such appeal.

Textual Amendments

F172Sch. 3 para. 25(2)(a)(ii) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(2)(a) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F173Word in Sch. 3 para. 25(2)(b)(5)(b) repealed (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 149, 153, Sch. 28 Pt. 8 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(k)(ii) (subject to art. 3)

F174Sch. 3 para. 25(2)(ba)-(d) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 25(2)(c) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(2)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F182Sch. 3 para. 25(3)(a) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 25(3)(a)(b) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(3)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F183Words in Sch. 3 para. 25(3)(c) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(3)(c) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F184Sch. 3 para. 25(3)(d) and word inserted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(3)(d) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F187Sch. 3 para. 25(5)(c)(d) substituted (1.12.2008) for Sch. 3 para. 25(5)(c) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(4)(b) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F191Sch. 3 para. 25(6)(b) and preceding word inserted (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 20(6)(c); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

F196Words in Sch. 3 para. 25(9) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 17(5) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F205Word in Sch. 3 para. 25(9A)(b) omitted (22.11.2012) by virtue of Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 20(11)(d); S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I24Sch. 3 para. 25 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 25 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 25 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 25 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Reviews and re-investigations following an appealE+W

26(1)On a review under paragraph 25(8)(a) of the findings of an investigation the powers of the Commission shall be, according to its determination on that review, to do one or more of the following—E+W

(a)to uphold the findings in whole or in part;

(b)to give the appropriate authority such directions—

(i)as to the carrying out by the appropriate authority of its own review of the findings,

(ii)as to the information to be provided to the complainant, and

(iii)generally as to the handling of the matter in future,

as the Commission thinks fit;

(c)to direct that the complaint be re-investigated.

(2)Where the Commission directs under paragraph 25 or sub-paragraph (1) that a complaint be re-investigated, it shall make a determination of the form that the re-investigation should take.

(3)Sub-paragraphs (3) to (7) of paragraph 15 shall apply in relation to a determination under sub-paragraph (2) as they apply in the case of a determination under that paragraph.

(4)The other provisions of this Schedule (including this paragraph) shall apply in relation to any re-investigation in pursuance of a direction under paragraph 25(8) or sub-paragraph (1) of this paragraph as they apply in relation to any investigation in pursuance of a determination under paragraph 15.

(5)The Commission shall give notification of any determination made by it under this paragraph—

(a)to the appropriate authority;

(b)to the complainant;

(c)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21; and

(d)except in a case where it appears to the Commission that to do so might prejudice any proposed re-investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

(6)The Commission shall also give notification of any directions given to the appropriate authority under this paragraph —

(a)to the complainant;

(b)to every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section ; and

(c)except in a case where it appears to the Commission that to do so might prejudice any proposed review or re-investigation of the complaint, to the person complained against.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I25Sch. 3 para. 26 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 26 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 26 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 26 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Duties with respect to disciplinary proceedings [F211etc] E+W

Textual Amendments

27(1)This paragraph applies where, in the case of any investigation, the appropriate authority—E+W

(a)has given, or is required to give, a notification under paragraph 24(7) of the action it is [F212required to or will, in its discretion,] take in relation to the matters dealt with in any report of the investigation; or

(b)has submitted, or is required to submit, a memorandum to the Commission under paragraph 23 or 25 setting out the action that it is [F213required to or will, in its discretion,] take in relation to those matters [F214; or

(c)has submitted, or is required to submit, a memorandum to the Commission under paragraph 24C(4).]

(2)Subject to paragraph 20 and to any recommendations or directions under the following provisions of this paragraph, it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority—

(a)to take the action which has been or is required to be notified or, as the case may be, which is or is required to be set out in the memorandum; and

(b)in a case where that action consists of or includes the bringing of disciplinary proceedings, to secure that those proceedings, once brought, are proceeded with to a proper conclusion.

(3)Where this paragraph applies by virtue of sub-paragraph (1)(b), the Commission may make a recommendation to the appropriate authority in respect of any person serving with the police—

[F215(za)that the person has a case to answer in respect of misconduct or gross misconduct or has no case to answer in relation to his conduct to which the investigation related;]

[F216(zb)that the person's performance is, or is not, unsatisfactory;]

[F217(a)that disciplinary proceedings of the form specified in the recommendation are brought against that person in respect of his conduct[F218, efficiency or effectiveness ] to which the investigation related;]

(b)that any disciplinary proceedings brought against that person are modified so as to [F219deal with such aspects of that conduct][F220, efficiency or effectiveness] as may be so specified;

and it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to notify the Commission whether it accepts the recommendation and (if it does) to set out in the notification the steps that it is proposing to take to give effect to it.

[F221(3A)Where this paragraph applies by virtue of sub-paragraph (1)(c), the Commission may make a recommendation to the appropriate authority—

(a)that the performance of a person serving with the police is, or is not, satisfactory;

(b)that action of the form specified in the recommendation is taken in respect of the person's performance;

and it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to notify the Commission whether it accepts the recommendation and (if it does) to set out in the notification the steps that it is proposing to take to give effect to it.]

(4)If, after the Commission has made a recommendation under this paragraph, the appropriate authority does not take steps to secure that full effect is given to the recommendation—

(a)the Commission may direct the appropriate authority to take steps for that purpose; and

(b)it shall be the duty of the appropriate authority to comply with the direction.

(5)A direction under sub-paragraph (4) may, to such extent as the Commission thinks fit, set out the steps to be taken by the appropriate authority in order to give effect to the recommendation.

(6)Where the Commission gives the appropriate authority a direction under this paragraph, it shall supply the appropriate authority with a statement of its reasons for doing so.

(7)Where disciplinary [F222or other] proceedings have been brought in accordance with a recommendation or direction under this paragraph, it shall be the duty of the authority to ensure that they are proceeded with to a proper conclusion.

(8)The Commission may at any time withdraw a direction given under this paragraph; and sub-paragraph (7) shall not impose any obligation in relation to any time after the withdrawal of the direction.

(9)The appropriate authority shall keep the Commission informed—

(a)in a case in which this paragraph applies by virtue of sub-paragraph (1)(b) [F223 or (c)], of whatever action it takes in pursuance of its duty under sub-paragraph (2); and

(b)in every case of a recommendation or direction under this paragraph, of whatever action it takes in response to that recommendation or direction.

Textual Amendments

F212Words in Sch. 3 para. 27(1)(a) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 18(2) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F213Words in Sch. 3 para. 27(1)(b) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 18(2) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

F214Sch. 3 para. 27(1)(c) and word inserted (1.10.2014) by Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 (c. 12), ss. 138(3), 185(1) (with ss. 21, 33, 42, 58, 75, 93); S.I. 2014/2454, art. 3(a)

F219Words in Sch. 3 para. 27(3)(b) substituted (1.12.2008) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 18(3)(c) (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(i) (subject to art. 3)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C39Sch. 3 para. 27 applied (with modifications) (28.12.2005) by virtue of The Revenue and Customs (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2005 (S.I. 2005/3311), reg. 3(4)(6), Sch. 3

Commencement Information

I26Sch. 3 para. 27 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 27 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 27 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 27 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

Information for complainant about disciplinary recommendationsE+W

28(1)Where—E+W

(a)the Commission makes recommendations under paragraph 27 in the case of an investigation of a complaint, and

(b)the appropriate authority notify the Commission that the recommendations have been accepted,

the Commission shall notify the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21 of that fact and of the steps that have been, or are to be taken, by the appropriate authority to give effect to it.

(2)Where in the case of an investigation of a complaint the appropriate authority—

(a)notify the Commission that it does not (either in whole or in part) accept recommendations made by the Commission under paragraph 27, or

(b)fails to take steps to give full effect to any such recommendations,

it shall be the duty of the Commission to determine what if any further steps to take under that paragraph.

(3)It shall be the duty of the Commission to notify the complainant and every person entitled to be kept properly informed in relation to the complaint under section 21—

(a)of any determination under sub-paragraph (2) not to take further steps under paragraph 27; and

(b)where they determine under that sub-paragraph to take further steps under that paragraph, of the outcome of the taking of those steps.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I27Sch. 3 para. 28 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 3 para. 28 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 108(2); Sch. 3 para. 28 in force for specified purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 4(e); Sch. 3 para. 28 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(d)

[F224Recommendations by the CommissionE+W

Textual Amendments

F224Sch. 3 paras. 28A, 28B and cross-headings inserted (1.10.2014) by Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 (c. 12), ss. 139, 185(1) (with ss. 21, 33, 42, 58, 75, 93); S.I. 2014/2454, art. 3(a)

28A(1)This paragraph applies where the Commission has received a report under—E+W

(a)paragraph 22(3) (report on completion of investigation of complaint or conduct matter supervised or managed by Commission),

(b)paragraph 22(5) (report on completion of investigation of complaint or conduct matter by Commission itself ), or

(c)paragraph 24A(2) (report on completion of investigation of DSI matter that is not also conduct matter).

(2)This paragraph also applies where the Commission has made a determination on an appeal under—

(a)paragraph 8A (appeal relating to complaint dealt with other than by investigation), or

(b)paragraph 25 (appeal with respect to an investigation).

(3)The Commission may make a recommendation in relation to a matter dealt with in the report or appeal.

(4)A recommendation under this paragraph may be made to any person if it is made—

(a)following the receipt of a report relating to—

(i)a DSI matter,

(ii)a conduct matter of a type specified in regulations, or

(iii)a complaint of a type specified in regulations; or

(b)following a determination on an appeal relating to a complaint of a type specified in regulations.

(5)In any other case, a recommendation under this paragraph may be made only to—

(a)a person serving with the police, or

(b)a local policing body.

(6)Where the Commission makes a recommendation under this paragraph, it must also—

(a)publish the recommendation, and

(b)send a copy of it—

(i)in a case where the recommendation is made to a local policing body, to the chief officer of the police force maintained by that body;

(ii)in a case where the recommendation is made to a chief officer of a police force, to the local policing body that maintains the police force;

(iii)in a case where the recommendation is made to a contractor (within the meaning of section 12(10)), to the chief officer of a police force to whom the contractor is providing services, and the local policing body that maintains the police force;

(iv)in a case where the recommendation is made to a sub-contractor or an employee of a contractor, to the contractor and the persons to whom a copy must be sent under paragraph (iii);

(v)in a case where the recommendation is made to an employee of a sub-contractor, to the sub-contractor, the contractor and the persons to whom a copy must be sent under sub-paragraph (iii);

(vi)in any other case, to any person to whom the Commission thinks a copy should be sent.

(7)Nothing in this paragraph affects the power of the Commission to make recommendations or give advice under section 10(1)(e) (whether arising under this Schedule or otherwise).]

[F224Response to recommendationE+W

28B(1)A person to whom a recommendation under paragraph 28A is made must provide to the Commission a response in writing stating—E+W

(a)what action the person has taken or proposes to take in response to the recommendation, or

(b)why the person has not taken, or does not propose to take, any action in response.

(2)The person must provide the response to the Commission before the end of the period of 56 days beginning with the day on which the recommendation was made, unless sub-paragraph (3) applies.

(3)The Commission may extend the period of 56 days following an application received before the end of the period; and if the Commission grants an extension, the person must provide the response before the end of the extended period.

(4)But if proceedings for judicial review of the Commission's decision to make a recommendation are started during the period allowed by sub-paragraph (2) or (3), that period is extended by however many days the proceedings are in progress.

(5)On receiving a response, the Commission must, within the period of 21 days beginning with the day on which the Commission received it—

(a)publish the response, and

(b)send a copy of it to any person who was sent a copy of the recommendation under paragraph 28A(6)(b),

unless the person giving the response has made representations under sub-paragraph (6).

(6)The person giving the response may, at the time of providing it to the Commission, make representations to the Commission asserting that the requirements of publication and disclosure under sub-paragraph (5) should not apply to the response, or to particular parts of it.

(7)On receiving such representations, the Commission may decide—

(a)that the response should not be published, or that only parts of it should be published;

(b)that the response should not be disclosed, or that only parts of the response should be disclosed.

(8)Where, following a decision on representations, the Commission decides to publish or disclose a response (in whole or in part), it must do so only after the person giving the response has been informed of the Commission's decision, and—

(a)in a case where the Commission has decided to accept all of the representations, it must do so within the period of 21 days beginning with the day on which it received the response;

(b)in a case where the Commission has decided to reject any of the representations, it must do so—

(i)within the period of 21 days beginning with the day on which the person was informed of the Commission's decision on the representations, but

(ii)not before the end of the period of 7 days beginning with that day.

(9)But if proceedings for judicial review of the Commission's decision to reject a representation are started during the period of 7 days referred to in sub-paragraph (8)(b)(ii)—

(a)the Commission must not publish or disclose the response while the proceedings are in progress;

(b)if the court upholds the Commission's decision to reject a representation, the Commission must publish and disclose the response (in whole or in part, as appropriate) before the end of the period of 7 days beginning with the day on which the proceedings are no longer in progress.

(10)Where a local policing body or a chief officer makes a response under this paragraph, the body or officer must, at the time the Commission publishes the response, also publish the response (to the same extent as published by the Commission) and the recommendation under paragraph 28A.

(11)For the purposes of this paragraph—

(a)“disclosing” a response means sending a copy of it as mentioned in sub-paragraph (5)(b);

(b)the period during which judicial review proceedings are in progress includes any day on which an appeal is in progress or may be brought.]

[F225Minor definitionsE+W

Textual Amendments

F225Sch. 3 para. 29 inserted (3.11.2008 for certain purposes and 1.12.2008 otherwise) by Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (c. 4), ss. 127, 153, Sch. 23 para. 19 (with s. 14(1)); S.I. 2008/2712, art. 2, Sch. para. 17(b) (subject to arts. 3, 4); S.I. 2008/2993, art. 2(1)(i)(ii) (subject to art. 3)

29E+WIn this Part of this Schedule—

  • [F226“direction and control matter” means a matter that relates to the direction and control of a police force by—

    (a)

    the chief officer of police of that force, or

    (b)

    a person for the time being carrying out the functions of the chief officer of police of that force;]

  • “gross misconduct” means a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour that is so serious as to justify dismissal;

  • “misconduct” means a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour;

  • “the person investigating”, in relation to a complaint, recordable conduct matter or DSI matter, means the person appointed or designated to investigate that complaint or matter;

  • “prescribed” means prescribed by regulations made by the Secretary of State;

  • “the Standards of Professional Behaviour” means the standards so described in, and established by, regulations made by the Secretary of State.]

Textual Amendments

[F227Appeals: the relevant appeal bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F227Sch. 3 paras. 30-32 and cross-heading inserted (22.11.2012) by Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13), s. 157(1), Sch. 14 para. 22; S.I. 2012/2892, art. 2(g) (with art. 6)

30(1)The relevant appeal body in relation to an appeal is—E+W

(a)the Commission, in a case where the relevant complaint falls within a description of complaints specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this paragraph; or

(b)the chief officer of police who is the appropriate authority in relation to the relevant complaint, in any other case.

(2)In this paragraph and paragraphs 31 and 32—

  • “appeal” means an appeal under paragraph 7(8), 8A, 21(7) or 25(2);

  • “relevant complaint”, in relation to an appeal, means the complaint to which the appeal relates.

31(1)This paragraph applies in a case where—E+W

(a)an appeal is made to the Commission, and

(b)the appropriate authority is the relevant appeal body in relation to the appeal.

(2)The Commission must—

(a)forward the appeal to the appropriate authority; and

(b)notify the person who made the appeal—

(i)that the appropriate authority is the relevant appeal body; and

(ii)the appeal has been forwarded.

(3)The appeal is to be taken to have been—

(a)made to the appropriate authority, and

(b)so made at the time when it is forwarded to the appropriate authority.

32(1)This paragraph applies in a case where—E+W

(a)an appeal is made to the appropriate authority; and

(b)the Commission is the relevant appeal body in relation to the appeal.

(2)The appropriate authority must—

(a)forward the appeal to the Commission; and

(b)notify the person who made the appeal—

(i)that the Commission is the relevant appeal body; and

(ii)the appeal has been forwarded.

(3)The appeal is to be taken to have been—

(a)made to the Commission; and

(b)so made at the time when it is forwarded to the Commission.]

Section 38

SCHEDULE 4U.K.Powers exercisable by police civilians

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C41Sch. 4 applied (with modifications) (1.7.2004) by Railways and Transport Safety Act 2003 (c. 20), ss. 28(1)(g)(2), 120 (with s. 72); S.I. 2004/1572, art. 3(k)

Part 1U.K.Community Support Officers

Powers to issue fixed penalty noticesE+W

1(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have the powers specified in sub-paragraph (2) in relation to any individual who he has reason to believe has committed a relevant fixed penalty offence at a place within the relevant police area.

(2)Those powers are the following powers so far as exercisable in respect of a relevant fixed penalty offence—

(a)the powers of a constable F228... to give a penalty notice under Chapter 1 of Part 1 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (c. 16) (fixed penalty notices in respect of offences of disorder);

[F229(aa)the power of a constable to give a penalty notice under section 444A of the Education Act 1996 (penalty notice in respect of failure to secure regular attendance at school of registered pupil);]

[F230(ab)the power of a constable to give a penalty notice under section 105 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006 (penalty notice in respect of presence of excluded pupil in public place);]

(b)the power of a constable in uniform to give a person a fixed penalty notice under section 54 of the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988 (c. 53) (fixed penalty notices) in respect of an offence [F231listed in sub-paragraph (2B)] under section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 (c. 50) (riding on a footway) committed by cycling;

(c)F232. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F233(ca)the power of an authorised officer of a local authority to give a notice under section 43(1) of the Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (penalty notices in respect of graffiti or fly-posting); F234...]

[F235(cb)the power of an authorised officer of a borough council to give a notice under section 15 of the London Local Authorities Act 2004 in respect of an offence under section 38(1) of the London Local Authorities Act 1990 or section 27(1) of the City of Westminster Act 1999 (unlicensed street trading);]

(d)the power of an authorised officer of a litter authority to give a notice under section 88 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (c. 43) (fixed penalty notices in respect of litter)[F236 and

(e)the power of an authorised officer of a primary or secondary authority, within the meaning of section 59 of the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005, to give a notice under that section (fixed penalty notices in respect of offences under dog control orders).]

[F237(2A)The reference to the powers mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)(a) does not include those powers so far as they relate to an offence under the provisions in the following list—

  • section 1 of the Theft Act 1968,

  • section 87 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.]

[F238(2B)The offences referred to in sub-paragraph (2)(b) are—

(a)an offence under section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 (riding on a footway) committed by cycling;

(b)an offence under section 5(1) or 8(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 involving a contravention of a prohibition or restriction that relates to—

(i)stopping, waiting or parking at or near a school entrance,

(ii)one-way traffic on a road, or

(iii)lanes or routes for use only by cycles, only by buses or only by cycles and buses;

(c)an offence under section 24 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (more than one person on a one-person bicycle);

(d)an offence under section 35 of that Act (failing to comply with traffic directions) committed by the rider of a cycle;

(e)an offence under section 36 of that Act (failing to comply with traffic signs) committed by the rider of a cycle who fails to comply with the indication given by a red traffic light;

(f)an offence under section 42 of that Act of contravening or failing to comply with a construction or use requirement about—

(i)lighting equipment or reflectors for cycles,

(ii)the use on a road of a motor vehicle in a way that causes excessive noise,

(iii)stopping the action of a stationary vehicle’s machinery,

(iv)the use of a vehicle’s horn on a road while the vehicle is stationary or on a restricted road at night, or

(v)opening a vehicle’s door on a road so as to injure or endanger a person;

(g)an offence under section 163 of that Act (failing to stop vehicle or cycle when required to do so by constable or traffic officer).]

[F239(2C)Before a chief officer of police makes a designation applying this paragraph to any person and specifying or describing an offence listed in sub-paragraph (2B)(b)(i), the officer shall consult every local authority any part of whose area lies within the officer’s police area.]

[F239(2D)In paragraph (2C) “local authority” means—

(a)in relation to England, a district council, a London borough council, the Common Council of the City of London or the Council of the Isles of Scilly; and

(b)in relation to Wales, a county council or a county borough council.]

(3)In this paragraph “relevant fixed penalty offence”, in relation to a designated person, means an offence which—

(a)is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of any of the powers mentioned in [F240sub-paragraph (2)(a) to (e)] ; and

(b)is specified or described in [F241a designation by which this paragraph is applied to the designated person as an offence which the designated person] has been designated to enforce under this paragraph.

[F242(3A)For the purposes of paragraph (e) of section 64A(1B) of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (photographing of suspects in relation to fixed penalty offences) “relevant fixed penalty offence”, in relation to a designated person, includes an offence under a relevant byelaw within the meaning of paragraph 1ZA(4) (and, accordingly, the reference in that paragraph (e) to paragraph 1 of this Schedule includes a reference to paragraph 1ZA of this Schedule).]

[F243(4)In its application to an offence which is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of the power mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)(aa) [F244or (ab)] , sub-paragraph (1) shall have effect as if for the words from “who he has reason to believe” to the end there were substituted “in the relevant police area who he has reason to believe has committed a relevant fixed penalty offence”.]

[F245(5)In this paragraph “cycle” has the same meaning as in the Road Traffic Act 1988 (see section 192(1) of that Act).]

Textual Amendments

F229Sch. 4 para. 1(2)(aa) inserted (27.2.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 23(3), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 3(a)(ii)

F232Sch. 4 para. 1(2)(c) repealed (6.4.2006 for E. and 15.3.2007 for W.) by Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (c. 16), ss. 107, 108, Sch. 5 Pt. 5; S.I. 2006/795, art. 2(3), Sch. 2 (with art. 4(3)(b)); S.I. 2006/2797, art. 5(g) (with art. 10(3)(b)) (as amended (30.1.2007) by S.I. 2007/120, art. 3); S.I. 2007/702

F233Sch. 4 para. 1(2)(ca) inserted (31.3.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 46(1)(b), 93; S.I. 2004/690, art. 2(a)(i)

F236Sch. 4 para. 1(2)(e) and preceding word inserted (6.4.2006 for E. and 15.3.2007 for W.) by Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (c. 16), ss. 62(2), 108; S.I. 2006/795, art. 2(3), Sch. 2; S.I. 2006/2797, art. 4(x); S.I. 2007/739

F237Sch. 4 para. 1(2A) inserted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.8.2005 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122(3)(a), 178; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h); S.I. 2005/2026, art. 2(d)

F240Words in Sch. 4 para. 1(3)(a) substituted (27.1.2010) for the words "sub-paragraph 1(2)(a) to (d)" by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 135, 245, Sch. 6 para. 4(1); S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(g)

F241Words in Sch. 4 para. 1(3)(b) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(2)(b); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F242Sch. 4 para. 1(3A) inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(2)(a), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

F243Sch. 4 para. 1(4) inserted (27.2.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 23(4), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 3(a)(ii)

F244Words in Sch. 4 para. 1(4) inserted (1.9.2007) by Education and Inspections Act 2006 (c. 40), ss. 107(3), 188; S.I. 2007/1801, art. 4(h)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I28Sch. 4 para. 1 wholly in force at 15.11.2003; Sch. 4 para. 1 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 4 para. 1 (except sub-paragraph 1(2)(a)) in force at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 2(a)(ii)(a); Sch. 4 para. 1(2)(a) in force at 15.11.2003 by S.I. 2003/2593, art. 2(d)

[F2461ZA(1)This paragraph applies if a designation applies it to any person.U.K.

(2)Such a designation may specify that, in relation to that person, the application of sub-paragraph (3) is confined to one or more only (and not all) relevant byelaws, being in each case specified in the designation.

(3)Where that person has reason to believe that an individual has committed an offence against a relevant byelaw at a place within the relevant police area, he may exercise the power of an authorised officer of an authority to give a notice under section 237A of the Local Government Act 1972 (fixed penalty notices in relation to offences against certain byelaws).

(4)In this paragraph “relevant byelaw”, in relation to a designated person, means a byelaw which—

(a)falls within sub-paragraph (5); and

(b)is specified or described in that person's designation as a byelaw he has been designated to enforce under this paragraph.

(5)A byelaw falls within this sub-paragraph if—

(a)it is a byelaw to which section 237A of the Local Government Act 1972 applies (fixed penalty notices in relation to offences against certain byelaws); and

(b)the chief officer of the police force for the relevant police area and the authority who made the byelaw have agreed to include it in a list of byelaws for the purposes of this sub-paragraph.

(6)A list under sub-paragraph (5)(b) must be published by the chief officer in such a way as to bring it to the attention of members of the public in localities where the byelaws in the list apply.

(7)The list may be amended from time to time by agreement between the chief officer and the authority, by adding byelaws to it or removing byelaws from it, and the amended list shall also be published by the chief officer as mentioned in sub-paragraph (6).]

Textual Amendments

F246Sch. 4 para. 1ZA inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(2)(b), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

Power to require name and addressE+W

[F2471A(1)This paragraph applies if a designation applies it to any person.

(2)[F248A designation by which this paragraph is applied to a person may specify that the application of sub-paragraph (3) by that designation to that person] is confined to one or more only (and not to all) relevant offences or relevant licensing offences, being in each case specified in the designation.

(3)Subject to sub-paragraph (4), where that person has reason to believe that another person has committed a relevant offence in the relevant police area, or a relevant licensing offence (whether or not in the relevant police area), he may require that other person to give him his name and address.

(4)The power to impose a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) in relation to an offence under a relevant byelaw is exercisable only in a place to which the byelaw relates.

(5)A person who fails to comply with a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

(6)In its application to an offence which is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of the power mentioned in paragraph 1(2)(aa), sub-paragraph (3) of this paragraph shall have effect as if for the words “has committed a relevant offence in the relevant police area” there were substituted in the relevant police area has committed a relevant offence.

(7)In this paragraph, “relevant offence”, “relevant licensing offence” and “relevant byelaw” have the meaning given in paragraph 2 (reading accordingly the references to “this paragraph” in paragraph 2(6)).]

Textual Amendments

F247Sch. 4 para. 1A inserted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.1.2006 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122, 178, Sch. 8 para. 2; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h)(i); S.I. 2005/3495, art. 2(1)(q)(r)

F248Words in Sch. 4 para. 1A(2) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(3); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C44Sch. 4 para. 1A modified (28.2.2013) by Canterbury City Council Act 2013 (c. i), s. 13(2)(a) (with s. 3)

Power to detain etc.E+W

2(1)This paragraph applies if a designation applies it to any person.

[F249(2)A designation may not apply this paragraph to any person unless a designation also applies paragraph 1A to him.]

(3)Where, in a case in which a requirement under [F250paragraph 1A(3)] has been imposed on another person—

(a)that other person fails to comply with the requirement, or

(b)the person who imposed the requirement has reasonable grounds for suspecting that the other person has given him a name or address that is false or inaccurate,

the person who imposed the requirement may require the other person to wait with him, for a period not exceeding thirty minutes, for the arrival of a constable.[F251 This sub-paragraph does not apply if the requirement was imposed in connection with a relevant licensing offence mentioned in paragraph (a), (c) or (f) of sub-paragraph (6A) believed to have been committed on licensed premises (within the meaning of the Licensing Act 2003).]

[F252(3A)Where—

(a)a designation applies this paragraph to any person (“the CSO”); and

(b)by virtue of a designation [F253applying paragraph 1A to the CSO,] the CSO has the power to impose a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) of that paragraph in relation to an offence under a relevant byelaw,

the CSO shall also have any power a constable has under the relevant byelaw to remove a person from a place.

(3B)Where a person to whom this paragraph applies (“the CSO”) has reason to believe that another person is committing an offence under section 3 or 4 of the Vagrancy Act 1824, and requires him to stop doing whatever gives rise to that belief, the CSO may, if the other person fails to stop as required, require him to wait with the CSO, for a period not exceeding thirty minutes, for the arrival of a constable.]

(4)A person who has been required under sub-paragraph (3) [F254or (3B)] to wait with a person to whom [F255this paragraph is applied] may, if requested to do so, elect that (instead of waiting) he will accompany the person imposing the requirement to a police station in the relevant police area.

[F256(4A)If a person has imposed a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) or (3B) on another person (“P”), and P does not make an election under sub-paragraph (4), the person imposing the requirement shall, if a constable arrives within the thirty-minute period, be under a duty to remain with the constable and P until he has transferred control of P to the constable.

(4B)If, following an election under sub-paragraph (4), the person imposing the requirement under sub-paragraph (3) or (3B) (“the CSO”) takes the person upon whom it is imposed (“P”) to a police station, the CSO—

(a)shall be under a duty to remain at the police station until he has transferred control of P to the custody officer there;

(b)until he has so transferred control of P, shall be treated for all purposes as having P in his lawful custody; and

(c)for so long as he is at the police station, or in its immediate vicinity, in compliance with, or having complied with, his duty under paragraph (a), shall be under a duty to prevent P's escape and to assist in keeping P under control.]

(5)A person who—

(a)F257. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(b)makes off while subject to a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) [F258or (3B)] , or

(c)makes off while accompanying a person to a police station in accordance with an election under sub-paragraph (4),

is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

(6)In this paragraph “relevant offence”, in relation to a person to whom this paragraph applies, means any offence which is—

(a)a relevant fixed penalty offence for the purposes of the application of paragraph 1 to that person; or

[F259(aa)an offence under section 32(2) of the Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003; or]

[F260(aza)an offence under a relevant byelaw within the meaning of paragraph 1ZA(4); or]

[F261(ab)an offence committed in a specified park which by virtue of section 2 of the Parks Regulation (Amendment) Act 1926 is an offence against the Parks Regulation Act 1872; or]

[F262(ac)an offence under section 3 or 4 of the Vagrancy Act 1824; or

(ad)an offence under a relevant byelaw; or]

(b)an offence the commission of which appears to that person to have caused—

(i)injury, alarm or distress to any other person; or

(ii)the loss of, or any damage to, any other person’s property;

but a designation applying this paragraph to any person may provide that [F263, for the purposes of this paragraph as applied to that person by that designation,] an offence is not to be treated as a relevant offence by virtue of paragraph (b) unless it satisfies such other conditions as may be specified in the designation.

[F264(6A)In this paragraph “relevant licensing offence” means an offence under any of the following provisions of the Licensing Act 2003—

(a)section 141 (otherwise than by virtue of subsection (2)(c) or (3) of that section);

(b)section 142;

(c)section 146(1);

(d)section 149(1)(a), (3)(a) or (4)(a);

(e)section 150(1);

(f)section 150(2) (otherwise than by virtue of subsection (3)(b) of that section);

(g)section 152(1) (excluding paragraph (b)).

(6B)In this paragraph “relevant byelaw” means a byelaw included in a list of byelaws which—

(a)have been made by a relevant body with authority to make byelaws for any place within the relevant police area; and

(b)the chief officer of the police force for the relevant police area and the relevant body have agreed to include in the list.

(6C)The list must be published by the chief officer in such a way as to bring it to the attention of members of the public in localities where the byelaws in the list apply.

(6D)A list of byelaws mentioned in sub-paragraph (6B) may be amended from time to time by agreement between the chief officer and the relevant body in question, by adding byelaws to it or removing byelaws from it, and the amended list shall also be published by the chief officer as mentioned in sub-paragraph (6C).

(6E)A relevant body for the purposes of sub-paragraph (6B) is—

(a)in England, a county council, a district council, a London borough council or a parish council; or in Wales, a county council, a county borough council or a community council;

(b)the Greater London Authority;

(c)Transport for London;

[F265(d)an Integrated Transport Authority for an integrated transport area in England;

[F266(da)a combined authority established under section 103 of the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009;]]

(e)any body specified in an order made by the Secretary of State.

(6F)An order under sub-paragraph (6E)(e) may provide, in relation to any body specified in the order, that the agreement mentioned in sub-paragraph (6B)(b) and (6D) is to be made between the chief officer and the Secretary of State (rather than between the chief officer and the relevant body).]

(7)F267. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F268(8)The application of any provision of this paragraph by paragraph 3(2), 3A(2) [F269, 7A(8) or 7C(2)] has no effect unless a designation F270. . . has applied this paragraph to the CSO in question.]

Textual Amendments

F253Words in Sch. 4 para. 2(3A)(b) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(4); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F255Words in Sch. 4 para. 2(4) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(5); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F259Sch. 4 para. 2(6)(aa) inserted (20.1.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 33(2), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 2(b)

F260Sch. 4 para. 2(6)(aza) and word inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(2)(c), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

F263Words in Sch. 4 para. 2(6) inserted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(6); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F264Sch. 4 para. 2(6A)-(6F) inserted (1.7.2005 for the insertion of para. 2(6B)-(6F) and 1.1.2006 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122, 178, Sch. 8 para. 3(8); S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h)(i); S.I. 2005/3495, art. 2(1)(q)(r)

F265Sch. 4 para. 2(6E)(d) substituted (9.2.2009) by Local Transport Act 2008 (c. 26), ss. 77, 134, Sch. 4 para. 65(2); S.I. 2009/107, art. 2(1) (subject to Sch. 1 Pt. 2)

F269Words in Sch. 4 para. 2(8) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(7)(a); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C46Sch. 4 para. 2 modified (28.2.2013) by Canterbury City Council Act 2013 (c. i), s. 13(2)(b) (with s. 3)

Commencement Information

I29Sch. 4 para. 2 wholly in force at 23.12.2004; Sch. 4 para. 2 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 4 para. 2(1)(2)(5) (except sub- paragraphs (b)(c)) and (6) in force at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 2(a)(ii)(b); Sch. 4 para. 2(3)(4)(5)(b)(c) in force for specified areas only at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 3; Sch. 4 para. 2 in force in so far as not already in force at 23.12.2004 by S.I. 2004/3338, art. 2(a)

Powers to search individuals and to seize and retain itemsE+W

[F2712A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall (subject to sub-paragraph (3)) have the powers mentioned in sub-paragraph (2) in relation to a person upon whom he has imposed a requirement to wait under paragraph 2(3) or (3B) (whether or not that person makes an election under paragraph 2(4)).

(2)Those powers are the same powers as a constable has under section 32 of the 1984 Act in relation to a person arrested at a place other than a police station—

(a)to search the arrested person if the constable has reasonable grounds for believing that the arrested person may present a danger to himself or others; and to seize and retain anything he finds on exercising that power, if the constable has reasonable grounds for believing that the person being searched might use it to cause physical injury to himself or to any other person;

(b)to search the arrested person for anything which he might use to assist him to escape from lawful custody; and to seize and retain anything he finds on exercising that power (other than an item subject to legal privilege) if the constable has reasonable grounds for believing that the person being searched might use it to assist him to escape from lawful custody.

(3)If in exercise of the power conferred by sub-paragraph (1) the person to whom this paragraph applies seizes and retains anything by virtue of sub-paragraph (2), he must—

(a)tell the person from whom it was seized where inquiries about its recovery may be made; and

(b)comply with a constable's instructions about what to do with it.]

Textual Amendments

General power of seizureU.K.

[F2722BWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)that person shall, when lawfully on any premises in the relevant police area, have the same powers as a constable under section 19 of the 1984 Act (general powers of seizure) to seize things;

(b)that person shall also have the powers of a constable to impose a requirement by virtue of subsection (4) of that section in relation to information accessible from such premises;

(c)subsection (6) of that section (protection for legally privileged material from seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as it has effect in relation to the seizure of anything by a constable;

(d)section 21(1) and (2) of that Act (provision of record of seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as if the references to a constable and to an officer included references to that person; and

(e)sections 21(3) to (8) and 22 of that Act (access, copying and retention) shall have effect in relation to anything seized by that person in exercise of that power or taken away by him following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of sub-paragraph (b)—

(i)as they have effect in relation to anything seized in exercise of the power conferred on a constable by section 19(2) or (3) of that Act or taken away by a constable following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of section 19(4) of that Act; and

(ii)as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.]

Textual Amendments

Power to require name and address of person acting in an anti-social mannerE+W

3(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable in uniform under section 50 to require a person whom he has reason to believe to have been acting, or to be acting, in an anti-social manner (within the meaning of section 1 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37) (anti-social behaviour orders)) to give his name and address.

(2)Sub-paragraphs (3) to (5) of paragraph 2 apply in the case of a requirement imposed by virtue of sub-paragraph (1) as they apply in the case of a requirement under [F273paragraph 1A(3)] .

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I30Sch. 4 para. 3 wholly in force at 23.12.2004; Sch. 4 para. 3 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 4 para. 3(1) in force at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 2(a)(ii)(c); Sch. 4 para. 3(2) in force for specified areas only at 2.12.2002 by S. I. 2002/2750, art. 3; Sch. 4 para. 3(2) in force in so far as not already in force at 23.12.2004 by S.I. 2004/3338, art. 2(b)

Power to require name and address: road traffic offencesE+W

[F2743A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable—

(a)under subsection (1) of section 165 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to require a person mentioned in paragraph (c) of that subsection who he has reasonable cause to believe has committed, in the relevant police area, an offence under subsection (1) or (2) of section 35 of that Act (including that section as extended by paragraphs 11B(4) and 12(2) of this Schedule) to give his name and address; and

(b)under section 169 of that Act to require a person committing an offence under section 37 of that Act (including that section as extended by paragraphs 11B(4) and 12(2) of this Schedule) to give his name and address.

(2)Sub-paragraphs (3) to (5) of paragraph 2 apply in the case of a requirement imposed by virtue of sub-paragraph (1) as they apply in the case of a requirement under paragraph 1A(3).

(3)The reference in section 169 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to section 37 of that Act is to be taken to include a reference to that section as extended by paragraphs 11B(4) and 12(2) of this Schedule.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to require name and address etc: charity collectorsU.K.

[F2723BWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable—

(a)under section 6 of the House to House Collections Act 1939 to require a person to give his name and address and to sign his name; and

(b)under regulations under section 4 of that Act to require a person to produce his certificate of authority.]

Textual Amendments

Power to use reasonable force to detain personE+W

4(1)[F275Sub-paragraph (3) applies] where a designation—

(a)applies this paragraph to a person to whom any or all of paragraphs 1 to 3 are also applied; and

(b)[F276sets out matters] in respect of which that person has the power conferred by this paragraph.

(2)The matters that may be set out in a designation [F277as matters] in respect of which a person has the power conferred by this paragraph shall be confined to—

(a)offences that are relevant penalty notice offences for the purposes of the application of paragraph 1 to the designated person;

(b)offences that are relevant offences [F278or relevant licensing offences] for the purposes of the application of paragraph [F2791A or] 2 to the designated person; and

(c)behaviour that constitutes acting in an anti-social manner (within the meaning of section 1 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37) (anti-social behaviour orders)).

(3)In any case in which a person to whom this paragraph applies has imposed a requirement on any other person under [F280paragraph 1A(3)] or 3(1) in respect of anything appearing to him to be a matter set out in the designation, he may use reasonable force to prevent that other person from making off [F281and to keep him under control] while he is either—

(a)subject to a requirement imposed in that case by the designated person under sub-paragraph (3) of paragraph 2; or

(b)accompanying the designated person to a police station in accordance with an election made in that case under sub-paragraph (4) of that paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F275Words in Sch. 4 para. 4(1) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(8)(a); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F276Words in Sch. 4 para. 4(1)(b) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(8)(b); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F277Words in Sch. 4 para. 4(2) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(8)(c);S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C49Sch. 4 para. 4 modified (28.2.2013) by Canterbury City Council Act 2013 (c. i), s. 13(2)(c) (with s. 3)

Commencement Information

I31Sch. 4 para. 4 wholly in force at 23.12.2004; Sch. 4 para. 4 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 4 para. 4 in force for specified areas only at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 3; Sch. 4 para. 4 in force in so far as not already in force at 23.12.2004 by S.I. 2004/3338, art. 2(c)

[F2824ZAE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person may, if he has imposed a requirement on any person to wait with him under paragraph 2(3B) or by virtue of paragraph 7A(8) or 7C(2)(a), use reasonable force to prevent that other person from making off and to keep him under control while he is either—

(a)subject to that requirement; or

(b)accompanying the designated person to a police station in accordance with an election made under paragraph 2(4).

Textual Amendments

4ZBE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person, if he is complying with any duty under sub-paragraph (4A) or (4B) of paragraph 2, may use reasonable force to prevent P (as identified in those sub-paragraphs) from making off (or escaping) and to keep him under control.]

Textual Amendments

Power to disperse groups and remove young persons to their place of residenceE+W

[F2834AWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers which, by virtue of an authorisation under section 30 of the Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003, are conferred on a constable in uniform by section 30(3) to (6) of that Act (power to disperse groups and remove persons under 16 to their place of residence).

Textual Amendments

F283Sch. 4 paras. 4A, 4B inserted (20.1.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 33(3), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 2(b)

Power to disperse groups and remove young persons to their place of residenceE+W

4B(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under section 15(3) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (power to remove child to their place of residence).

(2)Section 15(1) of that Act shall have effect in relation to the exercise of that power by that person as if the reference to a constable in that section were a reference to that person.

(3)Where that person exercises that power, the duty in section 15(2) of that Act (duty to inform local authority of contravention of curfew notice) is to apply to him as it applies to a constable.]

Textual Amendments

F283Sch. 4 paras. 4A, 4B inserted (20.1.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 33(3), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 2(b)

Power to remove truants [F285and excluded pupils] to designated premises etc.E+W

[F2844CWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall—

(a)as respects any area falling within the relevant police area and specified in a direction under section 16(2) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998, but

(b)only during the period specified in the direction,

have the powers conferred on a constable by [F286section 16(3) or (3ZA) of that Act (power to remove truant or excluded pupil found in specified area to designated premises or, in case of truant, to the school from which he is absent).]]

Textual Amendments

F284Sch. 4 para. 4C inserted (1.4.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 8, 53; S.I. 2007/709, art. 3(f) (subject to arts. 6, 7)

F285Words in Sch. 4 para. 4C heading inserted (1.9.2007 (E.) and 31.10.2010 (W.)) by Education and Inspections Act 2006 (c. 40), ss. 108(7)(b), 188; S.I. 2007/1801, art. 3(e); S.I. 2010/2543, art. 2(j)

F286Words in Sch. 4 para. 4C substituted (1.9.2007 (E.) and 31.10.2010 (W.)) by Education and Inspections Act 2006 (c. 40), ss. 108(7)(a), 188; S.I. 2007/1801, art. 3(e); S.I. 2010/2543, art. 2(j)

Alcohol consumption in designated public placesU.K.

5Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable under section 12 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (c. 16) (alcohol consumption in public places)—

(a)to impose a requirement under subsection (2) of that section; and

(b)to dispose under subsection (3) of that section of anything surrendered to him;

and that section shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers by that person as if the references to a constable in subsections (1) and (5) were references to that person.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to serve closure notice for licensed premises persistently selling to childrenE+W

[F2875AWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have—

(a)within the relevant police area, and

(b)if it appears to him as mentioned in subsection (7) of section 169A of the Licensing Act 2003 (closure notices served on licensed premises persistently serving children),

the capacity of a constable under that subsection to be the person by whose delivery of a closure notice that notice is served.]

Textual Amendments

Confiscation of alcoholU.K.

6Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable under section 1 of the Confiscation of Alcohol (Young Persons) Act 1997 (c. 33) (confiscation of intoxicating liquor)—

(a)to impose a requirement under subsection (1) [F288or (1AA)] of that section; and

(b)to dispose under subsection (2) of that section of anything surrendered to him;

and that section shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers by that person as if the references to a constable in [F289subsections (1), (1AA) and (4) (but not the reference in subsection (1AB) (removal))] were references to that person.

Textual Amendments

F288Words in Sch. 4 para. 6 inserted (29.1.2010) by Policing and Crime Act 2009 (c. 26), ss. 112, 116, {Sch, 7 para. 27(a)}; S.I. 2010/125, art. 2(t)

F289Words in Sch. 4 para. 6 substituted (29.1.2010) by Policing and Crime Act 2009 (c. 26), ss. 112, 116, {Sch, 7 para. 27(b)}; S.I. 2010/125, art. 2(t)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Confiscation of tobacco etc.E+W

7Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have—

(a)the power to seize anything that a constable in uniform has a duty to seize under subsection (3) of section 7 of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933 (c. 12) (seizure of tobacco etc. from young persons); and

(b)the power to dispose of anything that a constable may dispose of under that subsection;

and the power to dispose of anything shall be a power to dispose of it in such manner as the [F290local policing body] may direct.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Search and seizure powers: alcohol and tobaccoE+W

[F2917A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person (“the CSO”), the CSO shall have the powers set out below.

(2)Where—

(a)in exercise of the powers referred to in paragraph 5 or 6 the CSO has imposed, under section 12(2) of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 or under section 1 of the Confiscation of Alcohol (Young Persons) Act 1997, a requirement on a person to surrender alcohol or a container for alcohol;

(b)that person fails to comply with that requirement; and

(c)the CSO reasonably believes that the person has alcohol or a container for alcohol in his possession,

the CSO may search him for it.

(3)Where—

(a)in exercise of the powers referred to in paragraph 7 the CSO has sought to seize something which by virtue of that paragraph he has a power to seize;

(b)the person from whom he sought to seize it fails to surrender it; and

(c)the CSO reasonably believes that the person has it in his possession,

the CSO may search him for it.

(4)The power to search conferred by sub-paragraph (2) or (3)—

(a)is to do so only to the extent that is reasonably required for the purpose of discovering whatever the CSO is searching for; and

(b)does not authorise the CSO to require a person to remove any of his clothing in public other than an outer coat, jacket or gloves.

(5)A person who without reasonable excuse fails to consent to being searched is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

(6)A CSO who proposes to exercise the power to search a person under sub-paragraph (2) or (3) must inform him that failing without reasonable excuse to consent to being searched is an offence.

(7)If the person in question fails to consent to being searched, the CSO may require him to give the CSO his name and address.

(8)Sub-paragraph (3) of paragraph 2 applies in the case of a requirement imposed by virtue of sub-paragraph (7) as it applies in the case of a requirement under paragraph 1A(3); and sub-paragraphs (4) to (5) of paragraph 2 also apply accordingly.

(9)If on searching the person the CSO discovers what he is searching for, he may seize it and dispose of it.

Textual Amendments

Powers to seize and detain: controlled drugsE+W

7B(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person (“the CSO”), the CSO shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers set out in sub-paragraphs (2) and (3).

(2)If the CSO—

(a)finds a controlled drug in a person's possession [F292(whether or not the CSO finds it in the course of searching the person by virtue of any paragraph of this Part of this Schedule being applied to the CSO by a designation); and]

(b)reasonably believes that it is unlawful for the person to be in possession of it,

the CSO may seize it and retain it.

(3)If the CSO—

(a)finds a controlled drug in a person's possession (as mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)); or

(b)reasonably believes that a person is in possession of a controlled drug,

and reasonably believes that it is unlawful for the person to be in possession of it, the CSO may require him to give the CSO his name and address.

(4)If in exercise of the power conferred by sub-paragraph (2) the CSO seizes and retains a controlled drug, he must—

(a)if the person from whom it was seized maintains that he was lawfully in possession of it, tell the person where inquiries about its recovery may be made; and

(b)comply with a constable's instructions about what to do with it.

(5)A person who fails to comply with a requirement under sub-paragraph (3) is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

(6)In this paragraph, “controlled drug” has the same meaning as in the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

Textual Amendments

F292Words in Sch. 4 para. 7B(2)(a) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(9); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Powers to seize and detain: controlled drugsE+W

7C(1)Sub-paragraph (2) applies where a designation applies this paragraph to any person (“the CSO”).

(2)If the CSO imposes a requirement on a person under paragraph 7B(3)—

(a)sub-paragraph (3) of paragraph 2 applies in the case of such a requirement as it applies in the case of a requirement under paragraph 1A(3); and

(b)sub-paragraphs (4) to (5) of paragraph 2 also apply accordingly.]

Textual Amendments

Park Trading offencesE+W

[F2937D(1)This paragraph applies if—

(a)a designation applies it to any person (“the CSO”), and

(b)the CSO has under paragraph 2(3) required another person (“P”) to wait with him for the arrival of a constable.

(2)If the CSO reasonably suspects that P has committed a park trading offence, the CSO may take possession of anything of a non-perishable nature which—

(a)P has in his possession or under his control, and

(b)the CSO reasonably believes to have been used in the commission of the offence.

(3)The CSO may retain possession of the thing in question for a period not exceeding 30 minutes unless P makes an election under paragraph 2(4), in which case the CSO may retain possession of the thing in question until he is able to transfer control of it to a constable.

(4)In this paragraph “park trading offence” means an offence committed in a specified park which is a park trading offence for the purposes of the Royal Parks (Trading) Act 2000.]

Textual Amendments

Entry to save life or limb or prevent serious damage to propertyU.K.

8Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have the powers of a constable under section 17 of the 1984 Act to enter and search any premises in the relevant police area for the purpose of saving life or limb or preventing serious damage to property.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Entry to investigate licensing offencesE+W

[F2948A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have the powers of a constable under section 180 of the Licensing Act 2003 to enter and search premises other than clubs in the relevant police area, but only in respect of a relevant licensing offence (as defined for the purposes of paragraph 2).

(2)Except as mentioned in sub-paragraph (3), a person to whom this paragraph applies shall not, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-paragraph (1), enter any premises except in the company, and under the supervision, of a constable.

(3)The prohibition in sub-paragraph (2) does not apply in relation to premises in respect of which the person to whom this paragraph applies reasonably believes that a premises licence under Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises.]

Textual Amendments

Seizure of vehicles used to cause alarm etc.E+W

9(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)that person shall, within the relevant police area, have all the powers of a constable in uniform under section 59 of this Act which are set out in subsection (3) of that section; and

(b)references in that section to a constable, in relation to the exercise of any of those powers by that person, are references to that person.

(2)A person to whom this paragraph applies shall not enter any premises in exercise of the power conferred by section 59(3)(c) except in the company, and under the supervision, of a constable.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Abandoned vehiclesE+W

10Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have any such powers in the relevant police area as are conferred on persons designated under that section by regulations under section 99 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (c. 27) (removal of abandoned vehicles).

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to stop vehicle for testingU.K.

11Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable in uniform to stop a vehicle under subsection (3) of section 67 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (c. 52) for the purposes of a test under subsection (1) of that section.

Power to stop cyclesE+W

[F29511A(1)Subject to sub-paragraph (2), where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable in uniform under section 163(2) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to stop a cycle.

(2)The power mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) may only be exercised by that person in relation to a person who he has reason to believe has committed an offence [F296listed in paragraph 1(2B)(a) to (e), (f)(i) or (g)].]

Textual Amendments

F295Sch. 4 para. 11A inserted (20.1.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 89(3), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 2(f)(iv)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to control traffic for purposes other than escorting a load of exceptional dimensionsE+W

[F29711B(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have, in the relevant police area—

(a)the power of a constable engaged in the regulation of traffic in a road to direct a person driving or propelling a vehicle to stop the vehicle or to make it proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic;

(b)the power of a constable in uniform engaged in the regulation of vehicular traffic in a road to direct a person on foot to stop proceeding along or across the carriageway.

(2)The purposes for which those powers may be exercised do not include the purpose mentioned in paragraph 12(1).

(3)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall also have, in the relevant police area, the power of a constable, for the purposes of a traffic survey, to direct a person driving or propelling a vehicle to stop the vehicle, to make it proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic, or to proceed to a particular point on or near the road.

(4)Sections 35 and 37 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (offences of failing to comply with directions of constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road) shall have effect in relation to the exercise of the powers mentioned in sub-paragraphs (1) and (3), for the purposes for which they may be exercised and by a person whose designation applies this paragraph to him, as if the references to a constable were references to him.

(5)A designation may not apply this paragraph to any person unless a designation also applies paragraph 3A to him.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to control traffic for purposes of escorting a load of exceptional dimensionsU.K.

12(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have, for the purpose of escorting a vehicle or trailer carrying a load of exceptional dimensions either to or from the relevant police area, the power of a constable engaged in the regulation of traffic in a road—

(a)to direct a vehicle to stop;

(b)to make a vehicle proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic; and

(c)to direct pedestrians to stop.

(2)Sections 35 and 37 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (offences of failing to comply with directions of constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road) shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers for the purpose mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) by a person whose designation applies this paragraph to him as if the references to a constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road were references to that person.

(3)The powers conferred by virtue of this paragraph may be exercised in any police area in England and Wales.

(4)In this paragraph “vehicle or trailer carrying a load of exceptional dimensions” means a vehicle or trailer the use of which is authorised by an order made by the Secretary of State under section 44(1)(d) of the Road Traffic Act 1988.

Carrying out of road checksE+W

13Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have the following powers in the relevant police area—

(a)the power to carry out any road check the carrying out of which by a police officer is authorised under section 4 of the 1984 Act (road checks); and

(b)for the purpose of exercising that power, the power conferred by section 163 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (c. 52) (power of police to stop vehicles) on a constable in uniform to stop a vehicle.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to place traffic signsE+W

[F29813A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall have, in the relevant police area, the powers of a constable under section 67 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to place and maintain traffic signs.

(2)Section 36 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (drivers to comply with traffic directions) shall apply to signs placed in the exercise of the powers conferred by virtue of sub-paragraph (1).]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Cordoned areasU.K.

14Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, in relation to any cordoned area in the relevant police area, have all the powers of a constable in uniform under section 36 of the Terrorism Act 2000 (c. 11) (enforcement of cordoned area) to give orders, make arrangements or impose prohibitions or restrictions.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to stop and search vehicles etc. in authorised areasU.K.

15(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)that person shall, in any authorised area within the relevant police area, have all the powers of a constable in uniform by virtue of [F299 section 47A(2)(a) and (d), (3)(b) and (6) ] of the Terrorism Act 2000 (powers of stop and search)—

(i)to stop and search vehicles;

(ii)to search anything in or on a vehicle or anything carried by the driver of a vehicle or any passenger in a vehicle;

(iii)to search anything carried by a pedestrian; and

(iv)to seize and retain [F300 anything which is ] discovered in the course of a search carried out by him or by a constable by virtue of any provision of [F301 section 47A(2) or (3) of that Act and which he reasonably suspects may constitute evidence that the vehicle concerned is being used for the purposes of terrorism or (as the case may be) that the person concerned is a person falling within section 40(1)(b) of that Act ] ;

and

(b)the references to a constable in [F302 subsections (4) and (5) of section 47A of, and paragraphs 1 and 2 of Schedule 6B to, ] that Act (which relate to the exercise of those powers) shall have effect in relation to the exercise of any of those powers by that person as references to that person.

(2)A person shall not exercise any power of stop, search or seizure by virtue of this paragraph except in the company, and under the supervision, of a constable.

Textual Amendments

F299Words in Sch. 4 para. 15(1)(a) substituted (10.7.2012) by Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 (c. 9), s. 120, Sch. 9 para. 30(a)(i) (with s. 97); S.I. 2012/1205, art. 4(k)

F300Words in Sch. 4 para. 15(1)(a)(iv) substituted (10.7.2012) by Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 (c. 9), s. 120, Sch. 9 para. 30(a)(ii) (with s. 97); S.I. 2012/1205, art. 4(k)

F301Words in Sch. 4 para. 15(1)(a)(iv) substituted (10.7.2012) by Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 (c. 9), s. 120, Sch. 9 para. 30(a)(iii) (with s. 97); S.I. 2012/1205, art. 4(k)

F302Words in Sch. 4 para. 15(1)(b) substituted (10.7.2012) by Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 (c. 9), s. 120, Sch. 9 para. 30(b) (with s. 97); S.I. 2012/1205, art. 4(k)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C63Sch. 4 para. 15(1) modified (18.3.2011) by The Terrorism Act 2000 (Remedial) Order 2011 (S.I. 2011/631), art. 1, Sch. 2 para. 5 (with art. 6)

Photographing of persons arrested, detained or given fixed penalty noticesE+W

[F30315ZAWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under section 64A(1A) of the 1984 Act (photographing of suspects etc.) to take a photograph of a person elsewhere than at a police station.]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Power to modify paragraph [F3051(2A)]E+W

[F30415A[F306(1)The Secretary of State may by order amend paragraph 1(2A) so as to remove a provision from the list or add a provision to the list; but the list must contain only provisions mentioned in the first column of the Table in section 1(1) of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001.]

(2)The Secretary of State shall not make an order containing (with or without any other provision) any provision authorised by this paragraph unless a draft of that order has been laid before Parliament and approved by a resolution of each House.]

Textual Amendments

F304Sch. 4 para. 15A inserted (20.1.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 89(4), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 2(f)(iv)

F305Words in Sch. 4 para. 15A heading substituted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.8.2005 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122(3)(b), 178; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h); S.I. 2005/2026, art. 2(d)

F306Sch. 4 para. 15A(1) substituted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.8.2005 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122(3)(b), 178; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h); S.I. 2005/2026, art. 2(d)

Part 2U.K.Investigating Officers

Search warrantsE+W

16Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he may apply as if he were a constable for a warrant under section 8 of the 1984 Act (warrants for entry and search) in respect of any premises [F307whether in the relevant police area or not] ;

(b)the persons to whom a warrant to enter and search any such premises may be issued under that section shall include that person;

(c)that person shall have the power of a constable under section 8(2) of that Act in any premises in the relevant police area to seize and retain things for which a search has been authorised under subsection (1) of that section;

(d)section 15 of that Act (safeguards) shall have effect in relation to the issue of such a warrant to that person as it has effect in relation to the issue of a warrant under section 8 of that Act to a constable;

(e)section 16 of that Act (execution of warrants) shall have effect in relation to any warrant to enter and search premises that is issued (whether to that person or to any other person) [F308, but in respect of premises in the relevant police area only,] as if references in that section to a constable included references to that person;

(f)section 19(6) of that Act (protection for legally privileged material from seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (c) as it has effect in relation to the seizure of anything by a constable;

(g)section 20 of that Act (extension of powers of seizure to computerised information) shall have effect in relation the power of seizure conferred on that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (c) as it applies in relation to the power of seizure conferred on a constable by section 8(2) of that Act;

(h)section 21(1) and (2) of that Act (provision of record of seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by virtue of sub-paragraph (c) as if the references to a constable and to an officer included references to that person; and

(i)sections 21(3) to (8) and 22 of that Act (access, copying and retention) shall have effect in relation to anything seized by that person in exercise of that power, or taken away by him following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of sub-paragraph (g)—

(i)as they have effect in relation to anything seized in exercise of the power conferred on a constable by section 8(2) of that Act or taken away by a constable following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of section 20 of that Act; and

(ii)as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

Textual Amendments

[F30916AE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)the persons to whom a warrant may be addressed under section 26 of the Theft Act 1968 (search for stolen goods) shall, in relation to persons or premises in the relevant police area, include that person; and

(b)in relation to such a warrant addressed to him, that person shall have the powers under subsection (3) of that section.

Textual Amendments

16BE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, subsection (3), and (to the extent that it applies subsection (3)) subsection (3A), of section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (powers to search and obtain evidence) shall have effect as if, in relation to premises in the relevant police area, the reference to a constable included a reference to that person.]

Textual Amendments

Access to excluded and special procedure materialE+W

17Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall have the powers of a constable under section 9(1) of the 1984 Act (special provisions for access) to obtain access, in accordance with Schedule 1 to that Act and the following provisions of this paragraph, to excluded material and special procedure material;

(b)that Schedule shall have effect for the purpose of conferring those powers on that person as if —

(i)the references in paragraphs 1, 4, 5, 12 and 13 of that Schedule to a constable were references to that person; and

(ii)the references in paragraphs 12 and 14 of that Schedule to premises were references to premises in the relevant police area [F310(in the case of a specific premises warrant) or any premises, whether in the relevant police area or not (in the case of an all premises warrant);] ;

[F311(bb)section 15 of that Act (safeguards) shall have effect in relation to the issue of any warrant under paragraph 12 of that Schedule to that person as it has effect in relation to the issue of a warrant under that paragraph to a constable;

(bc)section 16 of that Act (execution of warrants) shall have effect in relation to any warrant to enter and search premises that is issued under paragraph 12 of that Schedule (whether to that person or to any other person) [F312, but in respect of premises in the relevant police area only,] as if references in that section to a constable included references to that person;]

(c)section 19(6) of that Act (protection for legally privileged material from seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by paragraph 13 of Schedule 1 to that Act as it has effect in relation to the seizure of anything under that paragraph by a constable;

(d)section 20 of that Act (extension of powers of seizure to computerised information) shall have effect in relation the power of seizure conferred on that person by paragraph 13 of Schedule 1 to that Act as it applies in relation to the power of seizure conferred on a constable by that paragraph;

(e)section 21(1) and (2) of that Act (provision of record of seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by paragraph 13 of Schedule 1 to that Act as if the references to a constable and to an officer included references to that person; and

(f)sections 21(3) to (8) and 22 of that Act (access, copying and retention) shall have effect in relation to anything seized by that person in exercise of that power or taken away by him following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of sub-paragraph (d), and to anything produced to him under paragraph 4(a) of Schedule 1 to that Act—

(i)as they have effect in relation to anything seized in exercise of the power conferred on a constable by paragraph 13 of that Schedule or taken away by a constable following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of section 20 of that Act or, as the case may be, to anything produced to a constable under paragraph 4(a) of that Schedule; and

(ii)as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

Textual Amendments

Entry and search after arrestU.K.

18Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall have the powers of a constable under section 18 of the 1984 Act (entry and search after arrest) to enter and search any premises in the relevant police area and to seize and retain anything for which he may search under that section;

(b)subsections (5) and (6) of that section (power to carry out search before arrested person taken to police station and duty to inform senior officer) shall have effect in relation to any exercise by that person of those powers as if the references in those subsections to a constable were references to that person;

(c)section 19(6) of that Act (protection for legally privileged material from seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as it has effect in relation to the seizure of anything by a constable;

(d)section 20 of that Act (extension of powers of seizure to computerised information) shall have effect in relation the power of seizure conferred on that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as it applies in relation to the power of seizure conferred on a constable by section 18(2) of that Act;

(e)section 21(1) and (2) of that Act (provision of record of seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as if the references to a constable and to an officer included references to that person; and

(f)sections 21(3) to (8) and 22 of that Act (access, copying and retention) shall have effect in relation to anything seized by that person in exercise of that power or taken away by him following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of sub-paragraph (d)—

(i)as they have effect in relation to anything seized in exercise of the power conferred on a constable by section 18(2) of that Act or taken away by a constable following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of section 20 of that Act; and

(ii)as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

Entry and search for evidence of nationality after arrestU.K.

[F31318AWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)sections 44 to 46 of the UK Borders Act 2007 (entry, search and seizure after arrest) shall apply to that person (with any necessary modifications) as if a reference to a constable included a reference to that person, and

(b)a provision of the 1984 Act which applies to constables in connection with any of those sections shall apply (with any necessary modifications) to that person.]

Textual Amendments

F313Sch. 4 para. 18A inserted (31.3.2008) by UK Borders Act 2007 (c. 30), ss. 47, 59; S.I. 2008/309, art. 3(b) (subject to art. 6)

General power of seizureU.K.

19Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall, when lawfully on any premises in the relevant police area, have the same powers as a constable under section 19 of the 1984 Act (general powers of seizure) to seize things;

(b)he shall also have the powers of a constable to impose a requirement by virtue of subsection (4) of that section in relation to information accessible from such premises;

(c)subsection (6) of that section (protection for legally privileged material from seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as it has effect in relation to the seizure of anything by a constable;

(d)section 21(1) and (2) of that Act (provision of record of seizure) shall have effect in relation to the seizure of anything by that person in exercise of the power conferred on him by virtue of sub-paragraph (a) as if the references to a constable and to an officer included references to that person; and

(e)sections 21(3) to (8) and 22 of that Act (access, copying and retention) shall have effect in relation to anything seized by that person in exercise of that power or taken away by him following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of sub-paragraph (b)—

(i)as they have effect in relation to anything seized in exercise of the power conferred on a constable by section 19(2) or (3) of that Act or taken away by a constable following the imposition of a requirement by virtue of section 19(4) of that Act; and

(ii)as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

Access and copying in the case of things seized by constablesU.K.

20Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, section 21 of the 1984 Act (access and copying) shall have effect in relation to anything seized in the relevant police area by a constable [F314or by a person authorised to accompany him under section 16(2) of that Act] as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4) and (5) of section 21 (supervision of access and photographing of seized items) included references to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

Textual Amendments

F314Words in Sch. 4 para. 20 inserted (20.1.2004) by Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44), ss. 12, 336, Sch. 1 para. 18; S.I. 2004/81, art. 2(1)(2)(a)

Arrest at a police station for another offenceU.K.

21(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall have the power to make an arrest at any police station in the relevant police area in any case where an arrest—

(a)is required to be made under section 31 of the 1984 Act (arrest for a further offence of a person already at a police station); or

(b)would be so required if the reference in that section to a constable included a reference to a person to whom this paragraph applies.

(2)Section 36 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (c. 33) (consequences of failure by arrested person to account for objects etc.) shall apply (without prejudice to the effect of any designation applying paragraph 23) in the case of a person arrested in exercise of the power exercisable by virtue of this paragraph as it applies in the case of a person arrested by a constable.

Power to transfer persons into custody of investigating officersE+W

22(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, the custody officer for a designated police station in the relevant police area may transfer or permit the transfer to him of a person in police detention for an offence which is being investigated by the person to whom this paragraph applies.

(2)A person into whose custody another person is transferred under sub-paragraph (1)—

(a)shall be treated for all purposes as having that person in his lawful custody;

(b)shall be under a duty [F315to keep that person under control and] to prevent his escape; and

(c)shall be entitled to use reasonable force to keep that person in his custody [F316and under his control] .

(3)Where a person is transferred into the custody of a person to whom this paragraph applies, in accordance with sub-paragraph (1), subsections (2) and (3) of section 39 of the 1984 Act shall have effect as if—

(a)references to the transfer of a person in police detention into the custody of a police officer investigating an offence for which that person is in police detention were references to that person’s transfer into the custody of the person to whom this paragraph applies; and

(b)references to the officer to whom the transfer is made and to the officer investigating the offence were references to the person to whom this paragraph applies.

Textual Amendments

Powers in respect of detained personsE+W

[F31722AWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall be under a duty, when in the course of his employment he is present at a police station—

(a)to assist any officer or other designated person to keep any person detained at the police station under control; and

(b)to prevent the escape of any such person,

and for those purposes shall be entitled to use reasonable force.]

Textual Amendments

Power to require arrested person to account for certain mattersU.K.

23Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall have the powers of a constable under sections 36(1)(c) and 37(1)(c) of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (c. 33) to request a person who—

(i)has been arrested by a constable, or by any person to whom paragraph 21 applies, and

(ii)is detained at any place in the relevant police area,

to account for the presence of an object, substance or mark or for the presence of the arrested person at a particular place; and

(b)the references to a constable in sections 36(1)(b) and (c) and (4) and 37(1)(b) and (c) and (3) of that Act shall have effect accordingly as including references to the person to whom this paragraph is applied.

Extended powers of seizureU.K.

24Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)the powers of a constable under Part 2 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (c. 16) (extension of powers of seizure) that are exercisable in the case of a constable by reference to a power of a constable that is conferred on that person by virtue of the provisions of this Part of this Schedule shall be exercisable by that person by reference to that power to the same extent as in the case of a constable but in relation only to premises in the relevant police area and things found on any such premises; and

(b)section 56 of that Act (retention of property seized by a constable) shall have effect as if the property referred to in subsection (1) of that section included property seized by that person at any time when he was lawfully on any premises in the relevant police area.

Persons accompanying investigating officersU.K.

[F31824A(1)This paragraph applies where a person (“an authorised person”) is authorised by virtue of section 16(2) of the 1984 Act to accompany an investigating officer designated for the purposes of paragraph 16 (or 17) in the execution of a warrant.

(2)The reference in paragraph 16(h) (or 17(e)) to the seizure of anything by a designated person in exercise of a particular power includes a reference to the seizure of anything by the authorised person in exercise of that power by virtue of section 16(2A) of the 1984 Act.

(3)In relation to any such seizure, paragraph 16(h) (or 17(e)) is to be read as if it provided for the references to a constable and to an officer in section 21(1) and (2) of the 1984 Act to include references to the authorised person.

(4)The reference in paragraph 16(i) (or 17(f)) to anything seized by a designated person in exercise of a particular power includes a reference to anything seized by the authorised person in exercise of that power by virtue of section 16(2A) of the 1984 Act.

(5)In relation to anything so seized, paragraph 16(i)(ii) (or 17(f)(ii)) is to be read as if it provided for—

(a)the references to the supervision of a constable in subsections (3) and (4) of section 21 of the 1984 Act to include references to the supervision of a person designated for the purposes of paragraph 16 (or paragraph 17), and

(b)the reference to a constable in subsection (5) of that section to include a reference to such a person or an authorised person accompanying him.

(6)Where an authorised person accompanies an investigating officer who is also designated for the purposes of paragraph 24, the references in sub-paragraphs (a) and (b) of that paragraph to the designated person include references to the authorised person.]

Textual Amendments

Part 3U.K.Detention Officers

Attendance at police station for fingerprintingU.K.

25Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall, in respect of police stations in the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under [F319Schedule 2A to the 1984 Act (fingerprinting and samples: power to require attendance at a police station) ] to require a person to attend a police station in order to have his fingerprints taken.

Textual Amendments

F319Words in Sch. 4 para. 25 substituted (7.3.2011) by Crime and Security Act 2010 (c. 17), ss. 6(4)(a), 59(1); S.I. 2011/414, art. 2(e)

Non-intimate searches of detained personsU.K.

26(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall have the powers of a constable under section 54 of the 1984 Act (non-intimate searches of detained persons)—

(a)to carry out a search under that section of any person at a police station in the relevant police area or of any other person otherwise in police detention in that area; and

(b)to seize or retain, or cause to be seized or retained, anything found on such a search.

(2)Subsections (6C) and (9) of section 54 of that Act (restrictions on power to seize personal effects and searches to be carried out by a member of the same sex) shall apply to the exercise by a person to whom this paragraph is applied of any power exercisable by virtue of this paragraph as they apply to the exercise of the power in question by a constable.

Searches and examinations to ascertain identityU.K.

27Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall have the powers of a constable under section 54A of the 1984 Act (searches and examinations to ascertain identity)—

(a)to carry out a search or examination at any police station in the relevant police area; and

(b)to take a photograph at any such police station of an identifying mark.

Searches of persons answering to live link bailU.K.

[F32027A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person has the powers of a constable under section 54B of the 1984 Act (searches of persons answering to live link bail)—

(a)to carry out a search of any person attending a police station in the relevant police area; and

(b)to seize or retain articles found on such a search.

(2)Anything seized by a person under the power conferred by sub-paragraph (1) must be delivered to a constable as soon as practicable and in any case before the person from whom the thing was seized leaves the police station.]

Textual Amendments

F320Sch. 4 para. 27A and cross-heading inserted (14.12.2009 for specified purposes, 3.10.2011 for specified purposes, 8.10.2012 in so far as not already in force) by Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (c. 25), ss. 108(3), 182(5) (with s. 180); S.I. 2009/3253, art. 3(1)(c); S.I. 2011/2148, art. 2; S.I. 2012/2374, art. 3(c)

Intimate searches of detained personsU.K.

28(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall have the powers of a constable by virtue of section 55(6) of the 1984 Act (intimate searches) to carry out an intimate search of a person at any police station in the relevant police area.

(2)Subsection (7) of section 55 of that Act (no intimate search to be carried out by a constable of the opposite sex) shall apply to the exercise by a person to whom this paragraph applies of any power exercisable by virtue of this paragraph as it applies to the exercise of the power in question by a constable.

Fingerprinting without consentU.K.

29Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall have, at any police station in the relevant police area, the power of a constable under section 61 of the 1984 Act (fingerprinting) to take fingerprints without the appropriate consent; and

(b)the requirement by virtue of subsection (7A)(a) of that section that a person must be informed by an officer that his fingerprints may be the subject of a speculative search shall be capable of being discharged, in the case of a person at such a station, by his being so informed by the person to whom this paragraph applies.

Warnings about intimate samplesU.K.

30Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, the requirement by virtue of [F321section 62(5)(c)] of the 1984 Act (intimate samples) that a person must be informed by an officer that a sample taken from him may be the subject of a speculative search shall be capable of being discharged, in the case of a person in a police station in the relevant police area, by his being so informed by the person to whom this paragraph applies.

Textual Amendments

F321Words in Sch. 4 para. 30 substituted (7.3.2011) by Crime and Security Act 2010 (c. 17), ss. 4(6), 59(1); S.I. 2011/414, art. 2(b)

Non-intimate samplesU.K.

31Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall have the power of a constable under section 63 of the 1984 Act (non-intimate samples), in the case of a person in a police station in the relevant police area, to take a non-intimate sample without the appropriate consent;

(b)the requirement by virtue of subsection (6) of that section (information about authorisation) that a person must be informed by an officer of the matters mentioned in that subsection shall be capable of being discharged, in the case of an authorisation in relation to a person in a police station in the relevant police area, by his being so informed by the person to whom this paragraph applies; and

(c)the requirement by virtue of subsection (8B)(a) of that section that a person must be informed by an officer that a sample taken from him may be the subject of a speculative search shall be capable of being discharged, in the case of a person in such a police station, by his being so informed by the person to whom this paragraph applies.

Attendance at police station for the taking of a sampleU.K.

32Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall, as respects any police station in the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under [F322Schedule 2A to the 1984 Act (fingerprinting and samples: power to require attendance at a police station) ] to require a person to attend a police station in order to have a sample taken.

Textual Amendments

F322Words in Sch. 4 para. 32 substituted (7.3.2011) by Crime and Security Act 2010 (c. 17), ss. 6(4)(b), 59(1); S.I. 2011/414, art. 2(e)

Photographing persons in police detentionU.K.

33Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall, at police stations in the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under section 64A of the 1984 Act (photographing of suspects etc.) to take a photograph of a person detained at a police station.

Taking of impressions of footwearE+W

[F32333AWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)he shall, at any police station in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable under section 61A of the 1984 Act (impressions of footwear) to take impressions of a person's footwear without the appropriate consent; and

(b)the requirement by virtue of section 61A(5)(a) of the 1984 Act that a person must be informed by an officer that an impression of his footwear may be the subject of a speculative search shall be capable of being discharged, in the case of a person at such a station, by his being so informed by the person to whom this paragraph applies.]

Textual Amendments

Powers in respect of detained personsE+W

[F32433BWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall be under a duty, when in the course of his employment he is present at a police station—

(a)to keep under control any person detained at the police station and for whom he is for the time being responsible;

(b)to assist any officer or other designated person to keep any other person detained at the police station under control; and

(c)to prevent the escape of any such person as is mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b),

and for those purposes shall be entitled to use reasonable force.

Textual Amendments

33CE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he shall be entitled to use reasonable force when—

(a)securing, or assisting an officer or another designated person to secure, the detention of a person detained at a police station in the relevant police area, or

(b)escorting within a police station in the relevant police area, or assisting an officer or another designated person to escort within such a police station, a person detained there.]

Textual Amendments

[F32533DE+WWhere a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he is authorised to carry out the duty under—

(a)section 55 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 of informing a person who is to be subject to an intimate search under that section of the matters of which he is required to be informed in pursuance of subsection (3B) of that section;

(b)section 55A of that Act of informing a person who is to be subject to x-ray or ultrasound (as the case may be) under that section of the matters of which he is required to be informed in pursuance of subsection (3) of that section.]

Textual Amendments

F325Sch. 4 para. 33D inserted (1.1.2006) by Drugs Act 2005 (c. 17), ss. 5(2)(a), 24; S.I. 2005/3053, art. 3(c)

Part 4U.K.Escort Officers

Power to take an arrested person to a police stationE+W

34(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person—

(a)the persons who, in the case of a person arrested by a constable in the relevant police area, are authorised for the purposes of [F326subsection (1A) of section 30] of the 1984 Act (procedure on arrest of person elsewhere than at a police station) to take the person arrested to a police station in that area shall include that person;

(b)that section shall have effect in relation to the exercise by that person of the power conferred by virtue of paragraph (a) as if the references to a constable in subsections (3), (4)(a) and (10) (but not the references in subsections (5) to (9)) included references to that person; and

(c)a person who is taking another person to a police station in exercise of the power conferred by virtue of paragraph (a)—

(i)shall be treated for all purposes as having that person in his lawful custody;

(ii)shall be under a duty [F327to keep the person under control and] to prevent his escape; and

(iii)shall be entitled to use reasonable force to keep that person in his charge [F328and under his control] .

[F329(d)a person who has taken another person to a police station in exercise of the power conferred by virtue of paragraph (a)—

(i)shall be under a duty to remain at the police station until he has transferred control of the other person to the custody officer at the police station;

(ii)until he has so transferred control of the other person, shall be treated for all purposes as having that person in his lawful custody;

(iii)for so long as he is at the police station or in its immediate vicinity in compliance with, or having complied with, his duty under sub-paragraph (i), shall be under a duty to prevent the escape of the other person and to assist in keeping him under control; and

(iv)shall be entitled to use reasonable force for the purpose of complying with his duty under sub-paragraph (iii).]

(2)Without prejudice to any [F330application of] paragraph 26, where a person has another in his lawful custody by virtue of sub-paragraph (1) of this paragraph—

(a)he shall have the same powers under subsections (6A) and (6B) of section 54 of the 1984 Act (non-intimate searches) as a constable has in the case of a person in police detention—

(i)to carry out a search of the other person; and

(ii)to seize or retain, or cause to be seized or retained, anything found on such a search;

(b)subsections (6C) and (9) of that section (restrictions on power to seize personal effects and searches to be carried out by a member of the same sex) shall apply to the exercise by a person to whom this paragraph is applied of any power exercisable by virtue of this sub-paragraph as they apply to the exercise of the power in question by a constable.

Textual Amendments

F326Words in Sch. 4 para. 34(1)(a) substituted (20.1.2004) by Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44), ss. 12, 336, Sch. 1 para. 20; S.I. 2004/81, art. 2(1)(2)(a)

F330Words in Sch. 4 para. 34(2) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(10); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

Escort of persons in police detentionE+W

35(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person may be authorised by the custody officer for any designated police station in the relevant police area to escort a person in police detention—

(a)from that police station to another police station in that or any other police area; or

(b)from that police station to any other place specified by the custody officer and then either back to that police station or on to another police station in that area or in another police area.

(2)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, that person may be authorised by the custody officer for any designated police station outside the relevant police area to escort a person in police detention—

(a)from that police station to a designated police station in that area; or

(b)from that police station to any place in that area specified by the custody officer and either back to that police station or on to another police station (whether in that area or elsewhere).

(3)A person who is escorting another in accordance with an authorisation under sub-paragraph (1) or (2)—

(a)shall be treated for all purposes as having that person in his lawful custody;

(b)shall be under a duty [F331to keep the person under control and] to prevent his escape; and

(c)shall be entitled to use reasonable force to keep that person in his charge [F332and under his control] .

[F333(3A)A person who has escorted another person to a police station or other place in accordance with an authorisation under sub-paragraph (1) or (2) —

(a)shall be under a duty to remain at the police station or other place until he has transferred control of the other person to a custody officer or other responsible person there;

(b)until he has so transferred control of the other person, shall be treated for all purposes as having that person in his lawful custody;

(c)for so long as he is at the police station or other place, or in its immediate vicinity, in compliance with, or having complied with, his duty under paragraph (a), shall be under a duty to prevent the escape of the other person and to assist in keeping him under control; and

(d)shall be entitled to use reasonable force for the purpose of complying with his duty under paragraph (c).]

(4)Without prejudice to any [F334application of] paragraph 26, where a person has another in his lawful custody by virtue of sub-paragraph (3) of this paragraph—

(a)he shall have the same powers under subsections (6A) and (6B) of section 54 the 1984 Act (non-intimate searches) as a constable has in the case of a person in police detention—

(i)to carry out a search of the other person; and

(ii)to seize or retain, or cause to be seized or retained, anything found on such a search;

(b)subsections (6C) and (9) of that section (restrictions on power to seize personal effects and searches to be carried out by a member of the same sex) shall apply to the exercise by a person to whom this paragraph is applied of any power exercisable by virtue of this sub-paragraph as they apply to the exercise of the power in question by a constable.

(5)Section 39(2) of that Act (responsibilities of custody officer transferred to escort) shall have effect where the custody officer for any police station transfers or permits the transfer of any person to the custody of a person who by virtue of this paragraph has lawful custody outside the police station of the person transferred as it would apply if the person to whom this paragraph applies were a police officer.

Textual Amendments

F334Words in Sch. 4 para. 35(4) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(10); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F335[F336Part 4A]E+W

Textual Amendments

Prospective

Exercise of functions of custody officersE+W

35A(1)Where a designation applies this paragraph to any person, he may (subject to sub-paragraph (2)) perform all the functions of a custody officer under the 1984 Act (except those under section 45A(4) of that Act) and under any other enactment which confers functions on such a custody officer.

(2)But in relation to a police station designated under section 35(1) of the 1984 Act, the person must first also be appointed a custody officer for that police station under section 36(2) of that Act.

(3)A person performing the functions of a custody officer by virtue of a designation under this paragraph (together with, if appropriate, an appointment as such) shall have all the powers and duties of a custody officer.

(4)Except in sections 36 and 45A(4) of the 1984 Act, references in any enactment to a custody officer within the meaning of that Act include references to a person performing the functions of a custody officer by virtue of a designation under this paragraph.

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Part 5U.K.Interpretation of Schedule

36(1)In this Schedule “the relevant police area”—E+W

(a)in relation to a [F337person designated] under section 38 or 39 by the chief officer of any police force, means the police area for which that force is maintained; F338. . .

(b)F338. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F339(2)In Part 1 of this Schedule “a designation” means—

(a)a designation under section 38, or

(b)an order under section 38A(1) (and, accordingly, the power to make such an order—

(i)is extended by paragraphs 1(3)(b), 1A(2) and (7), 2(6) and 4(1)(b), but

(ii)is subject to paragraphs 2(2), 4(2) and 11B(5)).

(2A)In [F340Part 2] of this Schedule “a designation” means a designation under section 38.

(3)In Parts 3 and 4 of this Schedule “a designation” means a designation under section 38 or 39.]

[F341(3A)In this Schedule “specified park” has the same meaning as in section 162 of the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005.]

(4)Expressions used in this Schedule and in the 1984 Act have the same meanings in this Schedule as in that Act.

Textual Amendments

F337Words in Sch. 4 para. 36(1)(a) substituted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(12); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F339Sch. 4 para. 36(2)(2A)(3) substituted for Sch. 4 para. 36(2)(3) (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 5(13); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F340Words in Sch. 4 para. 36(2A) substituted (12.1.2010) by Policing and Crime Act 2009 (c. 26), ss. 112, 116(6)(a), Sch. 7 para. 125(3)(b)

Section 41

SCHEDULE 5U.K. Powers exercisable by accredited persons

Power to issue fixed penalty noticesE+W

1(1)An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall have the powers specified in sub-paragraph (2) in relation to any individual who he has reason to believe has committed or is committing a relevant fixed penalty offence at a place within the relevant police area.

(2)Those powers are the following powers so far as exercisable in respect of a relevant [F342fixed penalty] offence—

(a)the power of a constable in uniform to give a person a fixed penalty notice under section 54 of the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988 (c. 53) (fixed penalty notices) in respect of an offence under section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 (c. 50) (riding on a footway) committed by cycling;

[F343(aa)the powers of a constable F344... to give a penalty notice under Chapter 1 of Part 1 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (fixed penalty notices in respect of offences of disorder) F345. . . ;]

[F346(ab)the power of a constable to give a penalty notice under section 444A of the Education Act 1996 (penalty notice in respect of failure to secure regular attendance at school of registered pupil);]

[F347(ac)the power of a constable to give a penalty notice under section 105 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006 (penalty notice in respect of presence of excluded pupil in public place);]

(b)F348. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F349(ba)the power of an authorised officer of a local authority to give a notice under section 43(1) of the Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (penalty notices in respect of graffiti or fly-posting); and]

(c)the power of an authorised officer of a litter authority to give a notice under section 88 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (c. 43) (fixed penalty notices in respect of litter)[F350 and

(d)the power of an authorised officer of a primary or secondary authority, within the meaning of section 59 of the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005, to give a notice under that section (fixed penalty notices in respect of offences under dog control orders).]

[F351(2A)The reference to the powers mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)(aa) does not include those powers so far as they relate to an offence under the provisions in the following list—

  • section 12 of the Licensing Act 1872,

  • section 91 of the Criminal Justice Act 1967,

  • section 1 of the Theft Act 1968,

  • section 1(1) of the Criminal Damage Act 1971,

  • section 87 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.]

(3)In this paragraph “relevant fixed penalty offence”, in relation to an accredited person, means an offence which—

(a)is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of any of the powers mentioned in [F352sub-paragraph (2)(a) to (d)] ; and

(b)is specified or described in that person’s accreditation as an offence he has been accredited to enforce.

[F353(3A)For the purposes of paragraph (f) of section 64A(1B) of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (photographing of suspects in relation to fixed penalty offences) “relevant fixed penalty offence”, in relation to an accredited person, includes an offence under a relevant byelaw within the meaning of paragraph 1A(4) (and, accordingly, the reference in that paragraph (f) to paragraph 1 of this Schedule includes a reference to paragraph 1A of this Schedule).]

[F354(4)In its application to an offence which is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of the power mentioned in sub-paragraph (2)(ab) [F355or (ac)] , sub-paragraph (1) shall have effect as if for the words from “who he has reason to believe” to the end there were substituted “in the relevant police area who he has reason to believe has committed or is committing a relevant fixed penalty offence”.]

Textual Amendments

F342Words in Sch. 5 para. 1(2) inserted (1.12.2007) by Police and Justice Act 2006 (c. 48), ss. 9, 53, Sch. 5 para. 6(2); S.I. 2007/3203, art. 2(c)

F343Sch. 5 para. 1(2)(aa) inserted (31.3.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 89(5), 93; S.I. 2004/690, art. 2(b)(iv)

F346Sch. 5 para. 1(2)(ab) inserted (27.2.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 23(6), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 3(a)(ii)

F348Sch. 5 para. 1(2)(b) repealed (6.4.2006 for E. and 15.3.2007 for W.) by Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (c. 16), ss. 107, 108, Sch. 5 Pt. 5; S.I. 2006/795, art. 2(3), Sch. 2 (with art. 4(3)(b)); S.I. 2006/2797, art. 5(g) (with art. 10(3)(b)) (as amended (30.1.2007) by S.I. 2007/120, art. 3); S.I. 2007/702

F349Sch. 5 para. 1(2)(ba) inserted (31.3.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 46(2)(b), 93; S.I. 2004/690, art. 2(a)(i)

F350Sch. 5 para. 1(2)(d) and preceding word inserted (6.4.2006 for E. and 15.3.2007 for W.) by Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 (c. 16), ss. 62(3), 108; S.I. 2006/795, art. 2(3), Sch. 2; S.I. 2006/2797, art. 4(x); S.I. 2007/739

F351Sch. 5 para. 1(2A) inserted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.8.2005 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122(5)(b), 178; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h); S.I. 2005/2026, art. 2(d)

F352Words in Sch. 5 para. 1(3)(a) substituted (27.1.2010) for the words "sub-paragraph (2)(a) to (c)" by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 135, 245, Sch. 6 para. 4(2); S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(g)

F353Sch. 5 para. 1(3A) inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(3)(a), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

F354Sch. 5 para. 1(4) inserted (27.2.2004) by Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003 (c. 38), ss. 23(7), 93; S.I. 2003/3300, art. 3(a)(ii)

F355Words in Sch. 5 para. 1(4) inserted (1.9.2007) by Education and Inspections Act 2006 (c. 40), ss. 107(5), 188; S.I. 2007/1801, art. 4(h)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

[F3561A(1)This paragraph applies to an accredited person whose accreditation specifies that it applies to him.U.K.

(2)The accreditation may specify that, in relation to that person, the application of sub-paragraph (3) is confined to one or more only (and not all) relevant byelaws, being in each case specified in the accreditation.

(3)Where that person has reason to believe that an individual has committed an offence against a relevant byelaw at a place within the relevant police area, he may exercise the power of an authorised officer of an authority to give a notice under section 237A of the Local Government Act 1972 (fixed penalty notices in relation to offences against certain byelaws).

(4)In this paragraph “relevant byelaw”, in relation to an accredited person, means a byelaw which—

(a)falls within sub-paragraph (5); and

(b)is specified or described in that person's accreditation as a byelaw he has been accredited to enforce under this paragraph.

(5)A byelaw falls within this sub-paragraph if—

(a)it is a byelaw to which section 237A of the Local Government Act 1972 applies (fixed penalty notices in relation to offences against certain byelaws); and

(b)the chief officer of the police force for the relevant police area and the authority who made the byelaw have agreed to include it in a list of byelaws for the purposes of this sub-paragraph.

(6)A list under sub-paragraph (5)(b) must be published by the chief officer in such a way as to bring it to the attention of members of the public in localities where the byelaws in the list apply.

(7)The list may be amended from time to time by agreement between the chief officer and the authority, by adding byelaws to it or removing byelaws from it, and the amended list shall also be published by the chief officer as mentioned in sub-paragraph (6).]

Textual Amendments

F356Sch. 5 para. 1A inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(3)(b), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

Power to require giving of name and addressE+W

2(1)Where an accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him has reason to believe that another person has committed a relevant offence in the relevant police area, he may require that other person to give him his name and address.

(2)A person who fails to comply with a requirement under sub-paragraph (1) is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

(3)In this paragraph “relevant offence”, in relation to any accredited person, means any offence which is—

(a)a relevant fixed penalty offence for the purposes of any powers exercisable by the accredited person by virtue of paragraph 1; or

[F357(aa)an offence under section 3 or 4 of the Vagrancy Act 1824; or]

[F358(aza)an offence under a relevant byelaw within the meaning of paragraph 1A(4); or]

(b)an offence the commission of which appears to the accredited person to have caused—

(i)injury, alarm or distress to any other person; or

(ii)the loss of, or any damage to, any other person’s property;

but the accreditation of an accredited person may provide that an offence is not to be treated as a relevant offence by virtue of paragraph (b) unless it satisfies such other conditions as may be specified in the accreditation.

[F359(4)In its application to an offence which is an offence by reference to which a notice may be given to a person in exercise of the power mentioned in paragraph 1(2)(ab) [F360or (ac)], sub-paragraph (1) of this paragraph shall have effect as if for the words “has committed a relevant offence in the relevant police area” there were substituted “in the relevant police area has committed a relevant offence”.]

Textual Amendments

F358Sch. 5 para. 2(3)(aza) inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(3)(c), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

Power to require name and address of person acting in an anti-social mannerE+W

3An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable in uniform under section 50 to require a person whom he has reason to believe to have been acting, or to be acting, in an anti-social manner (within the meaning of section 1 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37) (anti-social behaviour orders)) to give his name and address.

Power to require name and address: road traffic offencesE+W

[F3613A(1)An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, in the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable—

(a)under subsection (1) of section 165 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to require a person mentioned in paragraph (c) of that subsection who he has reasonable cause to believe has committed, in the relevant police area, an offence under subsection (1) or (2) of section 35 of that Act (including that section as extended by paragraphs 8B(4) and 9(2) of this Schedule) to give his name and address; and

(b)under section 169 of that Act to require a person committing an offence under section 37 of that Act (including that section as extended by paragraphs 8B(4) and 9(2) of this Schedule) to give his name and address.

(2)The reference in section 169 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to section 37 of that Act is to be taken to include a reference to that section as extended by paragraphs 8B(4) and 9(2) of this Schedule.]

Textual Amendments

Alcohol consumption in designated public placesU.K.

4An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable under section 12 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (c. 16) (alcohol consumption in public places)—

(a)to impose a requirement under subsection (2) of that section; and

(b)to dispose under subsection (3) of that section of anything surrendered to him;

and that section shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers by that person as if the references to a constable in subsections (1) and (5) were references to the accredited person.

Confiscation of alcoholU.K.

5An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the powers of a constable under section 1 of the Confiscation of Alcohol (Young Persons) Act 1997 (c. 33) (confiscation of intoxicating liquor)—

(a)to impose a requirement under subsection (1) [F362or (1AA)] of that section; and

(b)to dispose under subsection (2) of that section of anything surrendered to him;

and that section shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers by that person as if the references to a constable in [F363subsections (1), (1AA) and (4) (but not the reference in subsection (1AB) (removal))] were references to the accredited person.

Textual Amendments

F362Words in Sch. 5 para. 5 inserted (29.1.2010) by Policing and Crime Act 2009 (c. 26), ss. 112, 116, {Sch, 7 para. 27(a)}; S.I. 2010/125, art. 2(t)

F363Words in Sch. 5 para. 5 substituted (29.1.2010) by Policing and Crime Act 2009 (c. 26), ss. 112, 116, {Sch, 7 para. 27(b)}; S.I. 2010/125, art. 2(t)

Confiscation of tobacco etc.E+W

6(1)An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have—

(a)the power to seize anything that a constable in uniform has a duty to seize under subsection (3) of section 7 of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933 (c. 12) (seizure of tobacco etc. from young persons); and

(b)the power to dispose of anything that a constable may dispose of under that subsection;

and the power to dispose of anything shall be a power to dispose of it in such manner as the relevant employer of the accredited person may direct.

(2)In this paragraph “relevant employer”, in relation to an accredited person, means the person with whom the chief officer of police for the relevant police area has entered into arrangements under section 40.

Abandoned vehiclesE+W

7An accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall have all such powers in the relevant police area as are conferred on accredited persons by regulations under section 99 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (c. 27) (removal of abandoned vehicles).

Power to stop vehicle for testingU.K.

8A person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable in uniform to stop a vehicle under subsection (3) of section 67 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (c. 52) for the purposes of a test under subsection (1) of that section.

Power to stop cyclesE+W

[F3648A(1)Subject to sub-paragraph (2), a person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable in uniform under section 163(2) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to stop a cycle.

(2)The power mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) may only be exercised by that person in relation to a person who he has reason to believe has committed an offence under section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 (riding on a footway) by cycling.]

Textual Amendments

Power to control traffic for purposes other than escorting a load of exceptional dimensionsE+W

[F3658B(1)A person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall have, in the relevant police area—

(a)the power of a constable engaged in the regulation of traffic in a road to direct a person driving or propelling a vehicle to stop the vehicle or to make it proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic;

(b)the power of a constable in uniform engaged in the regulation of vehicular traffic in a road to direct a person on foot to stop proceeding along or across the carriageway.

(2)The purposes for which those powers may be exercised do not include the purpose mentioned in paragraph 9(1).

(3)A person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall also have, in the relevant police area, the power of a constable, for the purposes of a traffic survey, to direct a person driving or propelling a vehicle to stop the vehicle, to make it proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic, or to proceed to a particular point on or near the road.

(4)Sections 35 and 37 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (offences of failing to comply with directions of constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road) shall have effect in relation to the exercise of the powers mentioned in sub-paragraphs (1) and (3), for the purposes for which they may be exercised and by a person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him, as if the references to a constable were references to him.

(5)A person's accreditation may not specify that this paragraph applies to him unless it also specifies that paragraph 3A applies to him.]

Textual Amendments

Power to control traffic for purposes of escorting a load of exceptional dimensionsU.K.

9(1)A person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall have, for the purpose of escorting a vehicle or trailer carrying a load of exceptional dimensions either to or from the relevant police area, the power of a constable engaged in the regulation of traffic in a road—

(a)to direct a vehicle to stop;

(b)to make a vehicle proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic; and

(c)to direct pedestrians to stop.

(2)Sections 35 and 37 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (offences of failing to comply with directions of constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road) shall have effect in relation to the exercise of those powers for the purpose mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) by a person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him as if the references to a constable engaged in regulation of traffic in a road were references to that person.

(3)The powers conferred by virtue of this paragraph may be exercised in any police area in England and Wales.

(4)In this paragraph “vehicle or trailer carrying a load of exceptional dimensions” means a vehicle or trailer the use of which is authorised by an order made by the Secretary of State under section 44(1)(d) of the Road Traffic Act 1988.

Photographing of persons given fixed penalty noticesE+W

[F3669ZAAn accredited person whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under section 64A(1A) of the 1984 Act (photographing of suspects etc.) to take a photograph, elsewhere than at a police station, of a person to whom the accredited person has given a penalty notice (or as the case may be a fixed penalty notice) in exercise of any power mentioned in paragraph 1(2) [F367or in exercise of the power mentioned in paragraph 1A(3)].]

Textual Amendments

F367Words in Sch. 5 para. 9ZA inserted (27.1.2010) by Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28), ss. 133(3)(d), 245; S.I. 2010/112, art. 2(e)

Power to modify paragraph [F3691(2A)]E+W

[F3689A[F370(1)The Secretary of State may by order amend paragraph 1(2A) so as to remove a provision from the list or add a provision to the list; but the list must contain only provisions mentioned in the first column of the Table in section 1(1) of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001.]

(2)The Secretary of State shall not make an order containing (with or without any other provision) any provision authorised by this paragraph unless a draft of that order has been laid before Parliament and approved by a resolution of each House.]

Textual Amendments

F369Words in Sch. 5 para. 9A heading substituted (1.7.2005 for certain purposes and 1.8.2005 otherwise) by Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c. 15), ss. 122(6), 178; S.I. 2005/1521, art. 3(1)(h); S.I. 2005/2026, art. 2(d)

Meaning of “relevant police area”E+W

10In this Schedule “the relevant police area”, in relation to an accredited person, means the police area for which the police force whose chief officer granted his accreditation is maintained.

[F371SCHEDULE 5AE+WPowers exercisable by accredited inspectors

Textual Amendments

Power to issue fixed penalty noticesE+W

1(1)An accredited inspector whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall have the powers specified in sub-paragraph (2) in relation to any individual who he has reason to believe has committed a relevant fixed penalty offence at a place within the relevant police area.

(2)The powers are the powers of a constable F372... to give a penalty notice under Chapter 1 of Part 1 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (fixed penalty notices in respect of offences of disorder) so far as exercisable in respect of a relevant fixed penalty offence.

Textual Amendments

Power to require giving of name and addressE+W

2(1)Where an accredited inspector whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him has reason to believe that a person has committed a relevant fixed penalty offence in the relevant police area, he may require the person to give him his name and address.

(2)A person who fails to comply with a requirement under sub-paragraph (1) is guilty of an offence and shall be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.

Photographing of persons given fixed penalty noticesE+W

3An accredited inspector whose accreditation specifies that this paragraph applies to him shall, within the relevant police area, have the power of a constable under section 64A(1A) of the 1984 Act (photographing of suspects etc) to take a photograph, elsewhere than at a police station, of a person to whom the accredited inspector has given a penalty notice in exercise of the powers mentioned in paragraph 1(2).

InterpretationE+W

4In this Schedule—

  • “the relevant police area”, in relation to an accredited inspector, means the police area for which the police force whose chief officer granted his accreditation is maintained;

  • “relevant fixed penalty offence”, in relation to an accredited inspector, means an offence which—

    (a)

    is an offence contained in a provision mentioned in the first column of the Table in section 1(1) of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001, and

    (b)

    is specified or described in his accreditation as an offence he has been accredited to enforce.]

F373F373SCHEDULE 6U.K.

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Textual Amendments

Section 107

SCHEDULE 7U.K.Minor and Consequential Amendments

Police (Scotland) Act 1967U.K.

1(1)In subsection (1) of section 38A of the Police (Scotland) Act 1967 (c. 77) (police officers engaged on service outside their force), after paragraph (aa) there shall be inserted—

“(ab)temporary service on which a person is engaged in accordance with arrangements made under paragraph 6(2) of Schedule 2 to the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30) (service with the Independent Police Complaints Commission);”.

(2)In subsection (6)(a) of that section, after “paragraph (a),” there shall be inserted “ (aa), ”.

Superannuation Act 1972U.K.

2(1)In Schedule 1 to the Superannuation Act 1972 (c. 11) (kinds of employment to which that Act applies), at the appropriate place in the entries under the heading “Royal Commissions and other Commissions”, there shall be inserted—

“Independent Police Complaints Commission.”

(2)In that Schedule, in the entries under the heading “Other bodies”, the words “Police Complaints Authority.” shall be omitted.

Juries Act 1974U.K.

3In Part 1 of Schedule 1 to the Juries Act 1974 (c. 23) (ineligibility for jury service), in Group B, after the entry relating to the Criminal Cases Review Commission there shall be inserted—

“Chairman and members of the Independent Police Complaints Commission and any member of its staff who is not otherwise ineligible.”

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974U.K.

4In section 7(2)(bb) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (c. 53) (limitations on rehabilitations under Act etc.), for “a sex offender order under section 2 or, as the case may be, 20” there shall be substituted “ an order under section 2, 2A or 20 ”.

House of Commons Disqualification Act 1975U.K.

5In Part 2 of Schedule 1 to the House of Commons Disqualification Act 1975 (c. 24) (bodies of which all members are disqualified)—

(a)at the appropriate place, there shall be inserted—

“The Independent Police Complaints Commission.

;

and”

(b)the words “The Police Complaints Authority.” shall be omitted.

Northern Ireland Assembly Disqualification Act 1975U.K.

6In Part 2 of Schedule 1 to the Northern Ireland Assembly Disqualification Act 1975 (c. 25) (bodies of which all members are disqualified)—

(a)at the appropriate place, there shall be inserted—

“The Independent Police Complaints Commission.

;

and”

(b)the words “The Police Complaints Authority.”shall be omitted.

The Police Pensions Act 1976E+W+S

7(1)Section 11 of the Police Pensions Act 1976 (c. 35) (interpretation) shall be amended as follows.

(2)In subsection (2) (meaning of “police authority” in relation to pensions)—

(a)in paragraph (b), for “(c)”, in the second place where it occurs, there shall be substituted “ (ba) ”;

(b)after paragraph (b) there shall be inserted—

“(ba)in relation to service of the kind described in section 97(1)(aa) of the Police Act 1996 (c. 16) or section 38A(1)(aa) of the Police (Scotland) Act 1967 (c. 77), it means the Independent Police Complaints Commission;”

(c)in paragraph (c), for “subsection (ba) or (bc) above” there shall be substituted “ paragraph (ba) or (bc) of subsection (1) ”;

(d)in paragraph (d), for “subsection (bb) or (bd) above” there shall be substituted “ paragraph (bb) or (bd) of subsection (1) ”;

(e)in paragraph (da), for “subsection (be)” there shall be substituted “ subsection (1)(be) ”.

(3)In subsection (5) of that section, in the definition of “central service”, in each of paragraphs (a) and (b), after “paragraph” there shall be inserted “ (aa), ”.

(4)After that subsection, there shall be inserted—

“(6)References in this Act to the Director General of the National Criminal Intelligence Service and to his service have effect only in relation to cases in which the person in question was a serving police officer for the purposes of section 6 of the Police Act 1997 (c. 50) immediately before his appointment to that office took effect.”

Commencement Information

I32Sch. 7 para. 7 wholly in force at 1.4.2004; Sch. 7 para. 7 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2); Sch. 7 para. 7(4) in force at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 2(g)(ii); Sch. 7 para. 7(1)-(3) in force at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(e)

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978E+W

8In Article 8(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (S.I. 1978/ 1908 (N.I. 27)) (limitations on rehabilitation under Order etc.), after sub-paragraph (b) there shall be inserted—

“(bb)in any proceedings on an application for an order under Article 6 or 6A of the Criminal Justice (Northern Ireland) Order 1998 (S.I. 1998/ 2839 (N.I. 20)) or in any appeal against the making of such an order;”.

The 1984 ActU.K.

9(1)In section 18(5) of the 1984 Act (power of constable to conduct search of an arrested person’s premises before taking him to a police station), for “taking the person” there shall be substituted “ the person is taken ”.

(2)In section 54A(6) of that Act (persons entitled to carry out search or examination or to take photographs), for paragraphs (a) and (b) and the words after paragraph (b) there shall be substituted “ constables ”.

(3)In section 61 of that Act (fingerprinting), before subsection (9) there shall be inserted—

“(8B)The power to take the fingerprints of a person detained at a police station without the appropriate consent shall be exercisable by any constable.”

(4)In section 63 of that Act (non-intimate samples), after subsection (9) there shall be inserted—

“(9ZA)The power to take a non-intimate sample from a person without the appropriate consent shall be exercisable by any constable.”

(5)In section 64A(3) of that Act (persons entitled to photograph detainees), for paragraphs (a) and (b) and the words after paragraph (b) there shall be substituted “ constables ”.

(6)In subsection (7B) of section 67 of that Act (limited effect of modification of code of practice), in paragraph (c) for “order” there shall be substituted “ code ”.

(7)After subsection (9) of that section there shall be inserted—

“(9A)Persons on whom powers are conferred by—

(a)any designation under section 38 or 39 of the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30) (police powers for police authority employees), or

(b)any accreditation under section 41 of that Act (accreditation under community safety accreditation schemes),

shall have regard to any relevant provision of a code of practice to which this section applies in the exercise or performance of the powers and duties conferred or imposed on them by that designation or accreditation.”

(8)In subsection (10) of that section (failure to comply with codes not to render a person liable to civil or criminal proceedings), after paragraph (b) there shall be inserted “, or

(c)of a person designated under section 38 or 39 or accredited under section 41 of the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30) to have regard to any relevant provision of such a code in the exercise or performance of the powers and duties conferred or imposed on him by that designation or accreditation,”.

(9)In section 118, at the beginning of subsection (2) (meaning of persons in police detention) there shall be inserted “ Subject to subsection (2A) ”; and after that subsection there shall be inserted—

“(2A)Where a person is in another’s lawful custody by virtue of paragraph 22, 34(1) or 35(3) of Schedule 4 to the Police Reform Act 2002, he shall be treated as in police detention.”

Prosecution of Offences Act 1985U.K.

10In section 3(2) of the Prosecution of Offences Act 1985 (c. 23) (functions of the Director of Public Prosecutions), after paragraph (b) there shall be inserted—

“(ba)to institute and have the conduct of any criminal proceedings in any case where the proceedings relate to the subject-matter of a report a copy of which has been sent to him under paragraph 23 or 24 of Schedule 3 to the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30) (reports on investigations into conduct of persons serving with the police);”.

Road Traffic Act 1988E+W

11(1)Section 103 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (c. 52) (obtaining licence, or driving, while disqualified) shall be amended as follows.

(2)Subsection (3) shall cease to have effect.

(3)In subsection (4), for “Subsections (1) and (3) above do” there shall be substituted “ Subsection (1) above does ”.

(4)In subsection (5), for “Subsections (1)(b) and (3) above do” there shall be substituted “ Subsection (1)(b) above does ”.

(5)In subsection (6), for “subsections (1) and (3)” there shall be substituted “ subsection (1) ”.

12E+WIn section 183(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 (application to the Crown), in paragraph (c), the words “, except section 103(3)” shall be omitted.

Aviation and Maritime Security Act 1990U.K.

13In section 22(4) of the Aviation and Maritime Security Act 1990 (c. 31) (persons entitled to exercise certain powers in relation to private dwelling), in paragraph (b)(i), for the words from “Police Complaints Authority” to the end of the sub-paragraph there shall be substituted “ Independent Police Complaints Commission under section 26 of the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30); or ”.

The 1996 ActE+W

14In section 8 of the 1996 Act (local policing plans), after subsection (4) there shall be inserted—

“(4A)It shall be the duty of a police authority and of a chief constable, in preparing, issuing or submitting any plan or draft plan under this section, to have regard to any general guidance given by the Secretary of State with respect to local policing plans and the drafts of such plans.

(4B)Before giving any guidance under subsection (4A), the Secretary of State shall consult with—

(a)persons whom he considers to represent the interests of police authorities;

(b)persons whom he considers to represent the interests of chief officers of police; and

(c)such other persons as he thinks fit.”

15U.K.In section 54 of the 1996 Act (appointment and functions of inspectors of constabulary), before subsection (3) there shall be inserted—

“(2D)It shall be the duty of the chief inspector of constabulary—

(a)to enter into arrangements with the Independent Police Complaints Commission for the purpose of securing cooperation, in the carrying out of their respective functions, between the inspectors of constabulary and that Commission; and

(b)to ensure that inspectors of constabulary provide that Commission with all such assistance and co-operation as may be required by those arrangements or as otherwise appears to the chief inspector to be appropriate for facilitating the carrying out by that Commission of its functions.”

16U.K.F374. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

17E+W+SF375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

18U.K.In section 87 of that Act (guidance concerning disciplinary proceedings), for subsection (2) there shall be substituted—

“(1A)The Secretary of State may also issue guidance to the Independent Police Complaints Commission concerning the discharge of its functions under any regulations under section 50 in relation to disciplinary proceedings.

(2)Nothing in this section shall authorise the issuing of any guidance about a particular case.

(3)It shall be the duty of every person to whom any guidance under this section is issued to have regard to that guidance in discharging the functions to which the guidance relates.

(4)A failure by a person to whom guidance under this section is issued to have regard to the guidance shall be admissible in evidence in any disciplinary proceedings or on any appeal from a decision taken in any such proceedings.

(5)In this section “disciplinary proceedings” means any proceedings under any regulations under section 50 that are identified as disciplinary proceedings by those regulations.”

19(1)In subsection (1) of section 97 of that Act (police officers engaged on service outside their force), after paragraph (a) there shall be inserted—U.K.

“(aa)temporary service on which a person is engaged in accordance with arrangements made under paragraph 6(2) of Schedule 2 to the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30) ;”.

(2)F376. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3)F376. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

Justices of the Peace Act 1997U.K.

20F377. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

The 1997 ActU.K.

21F378. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

Police (Northern Ireland) Act 1998U.K.

22(1)In subsection (1) of section 27 of the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 1998 (c. 32) (police officers engaged on service outside the Police Service of Northern Ireland), after paragraph (a) there shall be inserted—

“(aa)temporary service on which a member of the police force is engaged in accordance with arrangements made under paragraph 6(2) of Schedule 2 to the Police Reform Act 2002 (c. 30);”.

(2)F379. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

Freedom of Information Act 2000U.K.

23In Part 6 of Schedule 1 to the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (c. 36) (public bodies for the purposes of that Act)—

(a)at the appropriate place, there shall be inserted—

“The Independent Police Complaints Commission.

;

and”

(b)the words “The Police Complaints Authority.” shall be omitted.

Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001U.K.

24F380. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

Section 107

SCHEDULE 8U.K.Repeals

Commencement Information

I33Sch. 8 partly in force; Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at Royal Assent, see s. 108(2)(3); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at 1.10.2002 by S.I. 2002/2306, art. 2(g)(iii); Sch. 8 in force for certain other purposes at 2.12.2002 by S.I. 2002/2750, art. 2(b)(iii); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at 1.4.2003 by S.I. 2003/808, art. 2(l); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at 1.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 2(f); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes for E. at 30.4.2004 by S.I. 2004/913, art. 3(c); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at 1.6.2004 by S.I. 2004/1319, art. 2(f); Sch. 8 in force for certain purposes at 23.12.2004 by S.I. 2004/3338, art. 3(c)

Short title and chapterExtent of repeal
Superannuation Act 1972 (c. 11)In Schedule 1, in the entries under the heading “Other bodies”, the words “Police Complaints Authority.”
House of Commons Disqualification Act 1975 (c. 24)In Part 2 of Schedule 1, the words “Police Complaints Authority.”
Northern Ireland Assembly Disqualification Act 1975 (c. 25)In Part 2 of Schedule 1, the words “The Police Complaints Authority.”
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (c. 27)

In section 96(3)—

(a) in the words before paragraph (a), the words “163”; and

(b) paragraph (c) and the word “or” immediately preceding it.

Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (c. 60)In section 67(10), the word “or” after paragraph (a).
Housing Act 1985 (c. 68)In section 4(e), the words “the Metropolitan Police Authority”.
Housing Act 1988 (c. 50)In paragraph 12(2)(g) of Schedule 1, the words “and the Metropolitan Police Authority”.
Road Traffic Act 1988 (c. 52)

Section 103(3).

In section 183(1)(c), the words “, except section 103(3)”.

Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988 (c. 53)In section 34(3), the word “and” after paragraph (a).
Official Secrets Act 1989 (c. 6)Section 11(1).
Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (c. 33)Section 54(5).
Police Act 1996 (c. 16)

Section 42(5).

In section 62(1B), the words “6 or”.

Section 63(3)(b).

Chapter 1 of Part 4.

Section 86.

In section 105(2), the words from “paragraph 8” to “that paragraph);”.

In Schedule 2, paragraph 25.

In Schedule 2A, paragraph 20.

Schedule 5.

Employment Rights Act 1996 (c. 18)In section 200(1), the words “Part IVA,” and “47B”.
Protection from Harassment Act 1997 (c. 40)Section 2(3).
Police (Health and Safety) Act 1997 (c. 42)F381. . .
Police Act 1997 (c. 50)

Section 6(3).

In section 9, in subsection (2)(b), the words from “to which” to “applies”.

Section 9A(2).

Section 39(3).

Section 42(6)(a).

In section 55, in subsection (2)(b), the words from “to which” to “applies”.

Section 55A(2).

Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (c. 23)Section 13.
Police (Northern Ireland) Act 1998 (c. 32)In Schedule 4, sub-paragraphs (2) to (4) of paragraph 22, and sub-paragraph (9) of that paragraph, the words “and 55(3)(c)”.
Crime and Disorder Act 1998 (c. 37)

In section 1—

(a) the words after paragraph (b) of subsection (1); and

(b) subsection (2).

In section 5(1), the word “and” at the end of paragraph (a).

Section 32(2).

Section 84(2).

Football (Offences and Disorder) Act 1999 (c. 21)

Section 1(2)(f).

Section 8(3) and (4).

Local Government Act 1999 (c. 27)Section 24(3).
Greater London Authority Act 1999 (c. 29)In Schedule 27, paragraphs 51, 59, 90 and 97 to 99.
Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000 (c. 32)In Schedule 6, paragraph 20(4).
Freedom of Information Act 2000 (c. 36)In Part 6 of Schedule 1, the words “The Police Complaints Authority”.
Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (c. 37)In Schedule 12, paragraph 13.
Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 (c. 43)In Schedule 7, in paragraph 151, the words “5(2)(b)”.
Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 (c. 16)

Section 12(6).

Section 46(6).

Section 71.

Section 80(2).

Section 122(3).

Section 123(3).

Section 125(4)(b).

In Schedule 6, paragraph 74.

Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 (c. 24)

Section 82(1).

Section 94(3).

Textual Amendments

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