Joint Independent Ethics Committee

2nd June 2025

Welcome and Introduction from the Chair
Apologies for Absence
Minutes of the previous meeting held on 3rd March 2025

Committee Members are asked to agree the minutes of the previous meeting as a true and accurate record.

Action Log
Matters Arising
Ethical Dilemmas

In accordance with the work plan of the Joint Independent Ethics Committee, Members are asked to consider the following ethical matters:-

1. Children and Young People (CYP) - Offending and Prevention

The Committee are to consider an ethical matter relating to CYP offending/re-offending, examining the preventative measures currently in place to deter CYP from offending and the safeguarding in place to protect those CYP from being drawn into gang/criminal activities.

Further details regarding the specific ethical matter for consideration are provided in the accompanying covering report.

2. Releasing Information into the Public Domain

The Committee to explore the decision making process of Lancashire Police in relation to withholding or releasing information about individuals into the public domain.

Further details regarding the specific ethical matter for consideration are provided in the accompanying covering report.

Code of Ethics Implementation Update

A presentation will be delivered to Committee members, alongside a general update.

Update from Tactical Ethics Committee

To receive an update from the Tactical Ethics Committee.

Members Updates from Thematic Areas

Members are invited to provide updates on their respective thematic areas, specifically through an ethical lens to support Lancashire Constabulary/the OPCC in maintaining a reflective and ethically informed approach to its work/meetings.

1. Stop and Search, Use of Force and Continuous Improvement Panel
2. Custody Detention Scrutiny Panel
3. Joint Professional Standards Scrutiny Panel
4. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Board
5. Code of Ethics Implementation Update
6. Vetting Appeals Panel Update

Any Other Business
Date of the Next Meeting

The next scheduled meeting of the Committee will be held on 23rd September 2025.