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<p>We have taken this question to relate specifically to those involved in policing
in light of the recent disciplinary action taken against two Police Officers working
for Sussex police on probation who attended the scene of the crash in September 2015.</p><p>There
are clear standards of behaviour for those involved in policing. Standards of Professional
Behaviour for police officers are underpinned by the policing Code of Ethics, developed
by the College of Policing and laid before Parliament in July 2014. The Code outlines
the expectations of all who are involved in policing and which should be upheld in
all circumstances. Forces are responsible for providing guidance to their officers
and staff in terms of the appropriate handling of any such incidents including the
taking of photos and videos, as well as maintaining discipline within the force according
to the Standards of Professional Behaviour for policing. The College of Policing,
which was established by the Home Office in October 2012, has published information
on its website on the appropriate way to post information online for those working
in policing.</p><p>The Home Office cannot intervene or comment on individual cases,
which are a matter for individual forces.</p><p>Where such incidents take place and
the conduct of those involved in policing falls below the expected standards, it is
for individual forces to investigate such allegations and instigate disciplinary proceedings
where it is appropriate to do so. I understand that Sussex Police pursued disciplinary
procedures in this incident.</p><p>The Home Office is continuing to improve the police
discipline system to ensure that the processes and their outcomes are transparent
and that police officers are held to account for their actions to ensure full public
confidence in the integrity of police.</p>
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