About 10% of vetting files examined by HMIC shouldnt have passed

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'About 10%' of vetting files examined by HMIC shouldn't have passed

HM Inspector of Constabulary Matt Parr told the BBC Radio 4 Today programme that the issue of unsuitable officers joining the police is 'widespread' and 'has been historic'.

Date - 26th January 2023
By - Cash Boyle

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