Final Report of the Morris Inquiry: The Case for Change

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
c) That the MPS implements a more effective management development
programme. (Para. 9.86)
d) That the MPS introduces development programmes which will increase the
opportunities available for cross-fertilisation with those managing other
public and private sector organisations. (Para. 9.139)
e) That the MPS takes immediate action to implement the HMIC
recommendation on a High Potential Development Scheme for police staff.
(Para. 9.89)
f) That the MPS’ management development programme should be available
to police staff as well as police officers. (Para. 9.89)
g) That the MPS ensures that it has systems in place to develop all its officers
and staff. (Para. 9.89)
31. That the MPS develops procedures for promotion and appointments to
specialist posts which are fair and transparent and that the Human Resources
directorate monitors their application. (Para. 9.104)
32. That the MPS takes steps to ensure that its policy on flexible working is fully
understood and implemented, and that the Human Resources directorate
rigorously monitors that implementation. (Para. 9.124)
a) That the MPS establishes a central resource to provide guidance to
managers on managing flexible working and to match requests for flexible
working with job opportunities. (Para. 9.124)
b) That consideration is given to a childcare co-coordinator post based on the
Greater Manchester Police model. (Para. 9.124)
33. That the MPS sets up a central resource to match officers and staff with
disabilities to suitable vacancies and to ensure that any necessary adjustments
are made speedily. (Para. 9.131)
Lessons for the Future
34. That there should be a full case review of Operation Helios which is
independent of the MPS. The review should include examining the issue of
race discrimination. (Para. 10.74)
35. That the MPS avoids entering into agreements in relation to professional
standards and conduct matters that are ultra vires. (Para. 10.76)
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