If an officer becomes aware of an allegation or circumstances within subsection (2), he must as soon as is reasonably practicable ensure that a service police force is aware of the matter.

An allegation is, or circumstances are, within this subsection if it or they would indicate to a reasonable person that a Schedule 2 offence has or may have been committed by a relevant person.

In subsection (2) “relevant person” means a person whose commanding officer is the officer mentioned in subsection (1).

In this Chapter “Schedule 2 offence” means a service offence listed in Schedule 2.

The Secretary of State may by order amend Schedule 2.