Clause 2 - Codes of practice for chief officers
Police Reform Bill [Lords]
11:00 am
Mr Paul Stinchcombe (Wellingborough, Labour)
I understand the hon. Gentleman's argument, but does he genuinely believe that the amendment is necessary? Clearly, regard should be had to the code of practice; the chief constable should also have regard to the police authority and, having done so, will exercise his own judgment—so why do we need the amendment?