Angiolini Inquiry is an urgent call to action

National Police Chiefs’ Council Chair, Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, responds to the recommendations in the Angiolini Inquiry: Part 1 Report. He said:

“The Angiolini Inquiry made for shocking and sombre reading, a view which I know is shared across policing.

“We must ensure there is nowhere to hide in policing for wrongdoers, that we lead a police service which the public, and especially women and girls, can trust to protect them and that we are uncompromising on the high standards our communities deserve.

“We have reviewed the findings and recommendations in detail and accept them all.   We have a number of ongoing national improvement plans and we are assessing how these will be updated and added to in light of the Inquiry findings.   

“Along with my colleagues and fellow police leaders we recognise this as an urgent call for action and we are committed to bringing lasting, impactful change for future generations.”