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National Police Chiefs' Council

Asked by Sir Christopher ChopeConservativeHome OfficeTabled Answered 18 June 2026UIN 6324

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make it her policy that the National Police Chiefs' Council should not issue further guidance until it has been approved by her and by Parliament.

Answered by Sarah Jones

The National Police Chiefs’ Council is an operationally independent body with its own governance structure and chair. They work closely with policing partners, including the College of Policing and with the Home Office on a range of matters. This includes guidance and standards, and any required handling with Parliament, as is appropriate.

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