Joint Independent Ethics Committee

3rd March 2025

Welcome and Introduction from the Chair
Apologies for Absence
Minutes of the previous meeting held on 9th December 2024

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

Action Log
Matters Arising
Ethical Dilemmas

For the Committee to discuss the ethical dilemma regarding police dismissals.

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

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

Professional Standards Department Scrutiny Panel - Terms of Reference

The Committee are asked to consider the refreshed Terms of Reference for approval.

Missing From Home Research Proposal

A research proposal has been submitted to the Committee for the purposes of obtaining ethical approval.

Annual Review

Annual report to follow upon the cessation of the survey period.

Work Programme 2025/26

The Committee is asked to provide feedback on the Work Programme for the Joint Independent Ethics Committee for the financial year 2025/26.

Any Other Business
Date of the Next Meeting

The next scheduled meeting of the Committee will be held on 2nd June 2025.