Paragraph 32 Operational MattersI1
England and Wales
The operational independence of the police is a fundamental principle of British policing. It is expected by the Home Secretary that the professional discretion of the police service and oath of office give surety to the public that this shall not be compromised.
Annotations
Commencement
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Sch. para. 32 in force at 3.7.2023, see art. 1(1)
Notes on Schedule
Modifications
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Sch. modified (20.12.2023) by The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority Order 2023 (S.I. 2023/1432), arts. 1(2), 33(2), Sch. 5 para. 59(2)(f)