Ethics and values - Kent Police

Student NotesNOT PROTECTIVELY MARKEDKnowledge check 4 answers1. One of the benefits of Multi-agency working is clear andtransparent communication mechanisms. List anothertwo benefits.• Better targeted resources.• More effective pooling of resources.• The translation of policies into action.• Up-front identification of needs and services to meet need ofthe community.Check your progressYou should revisit any sections of these notes where you were unsureof the answer given.Summary of Origin of Police Values and EthicsAfter reading these notes you should have a good understanding of theexpectations society has of its police service and how you can ensurethat your behaviour contributes to a positive relationship between thepolice and the public thereby supporting Best Value.You should have a clear understanding of how critical it is for policeofficers to act fairly, professionally, and with honesty and integrity, andhow this contributes to the securing of public confidence in the police.You should also be aware of the implications of not acting fairly,professionally, honestly and with integrity and the negative impact thatthis can have on colleagues and the public.IND01(AS)_EthicsandValues_SNVersion 1.01 NOT PROTECTIVELY MARKED Page 82 of 82© College of Policing Limited 2013