Final Report of the Morris Inquiry: The Case for Change

THE CASE FOR CHANGE
“Staff will judge procedures by outcomes
not intentions.”
HMIC
4.1 The Inquiry’s terms of reference oblige us to look at professional standards and
employment matters in the MPS. This chapter focuses on employment matters.
4.2 The MPS’ reputation for operational excellence is due to the exceptional efforts
of the officers and staff who work for the Service. Of all the resources at the MPS’
disposal, people are by far the most valuable and can make the difference between
success and failure. However, a committed workforce cannot and should not be
taken for granted. It requires leadership, motivation and support.
Figure 2
Overall MPS Strength at 31st December 2003
Traffic Wardens
(543)
(1%)
Police Community
Support Officers
(1,157)
(3%)
Police Staff
(11,773)
(27%)
Source: Data supplied by the MPS
Police Officers
(29,886)
(69%)
4.3 In this chapter we will consider the role and structure of the Human Resources
(HR) directorate, the handling of workplace disputes (including Employment
Tribunal claims) and the role of the MPA in people matters. We will examine and
comment upon relevant policies, procedures and practices.
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