59.Paragraph 30 allows the Secretary of State to require Her Majesty’s Inspector of Constabulary to inspect and report on the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness. Paragraph 31 places a duty on the Secretary of State to make the report of an inspection public, subject to national security and other sensitivity considerations. Sub-paragraph (3) of paragraph 31 requires the Secretary of State to send a copy of the inspection report to the Agency and he can direct the Agency to take such measures as are necessary to remedy inefficiency or ineffectiveness.
60.Sub-paragraph (3) of paragraph 30 erroneously refers to a provision that was removed from the Bill during its passage through Parliament. It is not capable of having any operative effect, and will not be brought into force.
The Act Commentary on Sections Part 1: Police Reform Paragraphs 30 to 32: Inspection and post-inspection direction