Petition
Introduce a 6-month time limit for police misconduct investigations
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1,319 signatures
What the petition asks
We ask the Government to legislate for a statutory 6-month time limit for completing police misconduct investigations.
Where cases cannot reasonably be concluded within 6 months, extensions should require approval from an independent authority, with clear justification and regular review.
Where cases cannot reasonably be concluded within 6 months, extensions should require approval from an independent authority, with clear justification and regular review.
The law should also require:
* A formal review at 3 months
* Welfare and occupational health support for officers under investigation
* Publication of anonymised data on investigation times and outcomes
Prolonged investigations can undermine fairness, efficiency, and workforce wellbeing. Clear time limits with independent oversight would support timely, proportionate decision-making while maintaining public confidence in police accountability.
* A formal review at 3 months
* Welfare and occupational health support for officers under investigation
* Publication of anonymised data on investigation times and outcomes
Prolonged investigations can undermine fairness, efficiency, and workforce wellbeing. Clear time limits with independent oversight would support timely, proportionate decision-making while maintaining public confidence in police accountability.
Timeline
| 22 May 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
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Signatures
1,319
Status
Open for signatures
Opened
22 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.