Clause 46 - Functions of chief inspector
Justice (Northern Ireland) Bill
7:15 pm
I suggest that the legislated-for role of the police ombudsman would have all credibility removed from it if the amendment were carried. It would render the office inoperable. I do not suggest that the hon. Gentleman wants that, but perhaps some people do. After all, who inspects the chief inspector? That is the logical question if the chief inspector is to inspect the ombudsman. Finally, no one from the ombudsman's office is present to refute any allegation or imputation against it. I take it on myself to do so—