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Our Work: HMIC

Statement of Purpose

To promote the efficiency and effectiveness of policing in England, Wales and Northern Ireland through inspection of police organisations and functions to ensure:

  • agreed standards are achieved and maintained;
  • good practice is spread; and
  • performance is improved.

Also to provide advice and support to the tripartite partners (Home Secretary, police authorities and forces) and play an important role in the development of future leaders.