SCHEDULE 3 Amendments of the Performance Regulations

Amendment in relation to outcomes

12.  After regulation 38(4) of the Performance Regulations insert—

“(4A) Where the question of ordering any of the outcomes mentioned in paragraph (3) is being considered, the panel—

(a) must have regard to the record of police service of the officer concerned as shown on the officer’s police record;

(b) may receive evidence from any witness whose evidence would, in their opinion, assist them in determining the question; and

(c) must give—

(i) the officer concerned, the police friend or, in a case falling within regulation 28, the relevant lawyer, and

(ii) the appropriate authority,

an opportunity to make oral or written representations before any such question is determined.”.