Member

The amendment is profoundly important. It seeks ongoing police arrangements that are clear and apply the current test for use of force, rather than reducing police accountability. It would thereby make it possible to identify why something happened, so that policing will improve. It would result in greater disclosure by the police to the public, especially those who have been harmed. Such transparency will, experience shows, enhance public confidence in policing. I hope the Minister will think again about the proposed change in the law, which the amendment seeks to address. I beg to move.