Petition · Home Office
Ban publication of police officer names in misconduct hearings if not sacked
Closed
7,941 signatures
What the petition asks
When police officers face misconduct hearings, their names are routinely published by their force and reported in the press — even in cases where they are not dismissed.
This can cause harm, including an enduring negative digital footprint, damage to their reputation, and significant personal trauma.
Other sectors do not publish their outcomes. The publishing of names can be deeply damaging to individuals and to families. We call on the government to amend the legislation allowing the publication of these details.
Other sectors do not publish their outcomes. The publishing of names can be deeply damaging to individuals and to families. We call on the government to amend the legislation allowing the publication of these details.
Timeline
| 17 Nov 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 17 May 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
7,941
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
17 Nov 2025
Closed
17 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 29 Jul 2026.