Police officers who do not pass background checks to be automatically sacked

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announced a new law requiring police officers in England and Wales to be automatically dismissed if they fail vetting, aiming to restore public trust in policing. This reform addresses the concerning issue of officers with histories of domestic abuse and other serious allegations remaining in their positions, as highlighted by Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley. Set to take effect on May 14, the law aligns with broader efforts to enhance police standards following high-profile incidents that questioned the vetting process.

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