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<p>The arrest and detention of all individuals suspected of committing an offence
is an operational matter for the chief officer of each force area. However, all detainees
must be treated appropriately and in accordance with Police and Criminal Evidence
Act 1984 (PACE) Codes of Practice C&H (detention and detention in terrorism cases,
respectively).</p><p> </p><p>In particular, section 9 of PACE Code C sets out detailed
requirements concerning health care of all detainees. Amongst other things, the Code
requires the custody officer to ensure that detainees receive appropriate clinical
attention as soon as reasonably practicable if, for example, the person appears to
be suffering from physical illness, or appears to need clinical attention. This applies
even if the detainee makes no request for clinical attention and whether or not they
have already received clinical attention elsewhere. If the need for attention appears
urgent, the nearest available healthcare professional or an ambulance must be called
immediately.</p><p> </p><p>The Government does not hold information on the number
of individuals with a Parkinson’s diagnosis that have been detained in police custody.</p><p>
</p><p>In relation to police staff and officers, chief constables have a duty to manage
and support their workforce effectively, ensuring the welfare of all officers and
staff. Where officers and staff have been diagnosed with serious medical conditions,
such as Parkinson’s Disease, it is for their managers, on the advice of their occupational
health department, to ensure that the severity of their condition is reflected in
risk assessments, and their role and duties are adjusted accordingly.</p>
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