§ Mr. PaiceTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on his proposals for the future role of police constables. [9720]
§ Mr. Denham[holding answer 24 October 2001]: The Government will publish later this year a White Paper setting out their proposals for reform of the police service. The reforms will further enhance the professionalism of constables, ensure that they are well trained, well equipped and appropriately rewarded and enjoy strong leadership and effective management.
§ Mr. PaiceTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on his proposals for the use of non-police personnel for policing tasks. [9721]
§ Mr. Denham[holding answer 24 October 2001]: The police reform process is considering ways in which police support staff might carry out certain functions currently undertaken by police officers, for example, some tasks in the custody suite.