SCHEDULES
SCHEDULE 13Directions by Secretary of State about Constabulary
Objectives
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1
The Secretary of State may give directions to the Police Authority setting out objectives for that Authority for a financial year.
2
The objectives may include—
a
objectives to be met generally in the carrying out by the Police Authority of its functions;
b
objectives to be met in the carrying out by the Police Authority of particular functions, or in its carrying out of functions, or particular functions, at particular times or places;
c
objectives to be met (whether generally or in relation to particular matters) in the management of the Constabulary;
d
objectives to be met in securing proper accountability by the Police Authority for its own activities and for those of the Constabulary.
3
Before giving a direction under this paragraph, the Secretary of State must consult—
a
the Police Authority; and
b
the chief constable.