乐竞体育

乐竞体育 has released the final report from an independent review of its systems and processes for the prevention and management of bullying.
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The Police Executive has accepted the review’s findings and its 30 recommendations.
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The external review, announced by Police Commissioner Mike Bush in October 2019, was conducted by experienced consultant Debbie Francis.??
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The review was commissioned to provide a clearer picture of what works well, and to identify any areas where improvements may be needed.??
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As well as looking at key documents and data, the review involved a series of interviews and focus groups in three Policing Districts, the Royal 乐竞体育 College and Police National Headquarters.?
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Input was also sought from the Police Association, the Independent Police Conduct Authority, and State Services Commission.?
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“Bullying has no place within 乐竞体育 – but, like any workplace, the reality is that there will sometimes be behaviour that occurs that is not acceptable,” says Police Commissioner Mike Bush.
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“Preventing bullying or ensuring it’s dealt with effectively are absolute priorities.”
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“Police has successfully implemented a Prevention First operating model in the way we police, and we want to start taking this approach inside the organisation."
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"This means putting our central focus on the needs of people harmed by bullying or other inappropriate behaviour.”
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“It’s been invaluable to have someone as experienced as Debbie Francis come in and offer suggestions regarding how we can do things better.”??
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“I would like to acknowledge the expertise that Ms Francis brings and the constructive recommendations in the report."
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"I would also like to thank our staff who spoke to Ms Francis as part of the review.”
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“Work is now under way to implement the report’s recommendations."
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"An implementation plan will be in place by the end of March and I expect all 30 recommendations to be actioned within 12 months.”
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Early priorities for action, which are signaled in the review and expected to be fully completed within three months, include:
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? Replacing the current Speak Up reporting channel with an externally-hosted helpline, staffed by trained professionals who will offer advice and support.
? Ensuring practical training in coaching skills is in place for our people leaders.
? Adopting a restorative practice approach for the resolution of bullying and harassment complaints, with more formal approaches used in more serious cases or if restorative approaches have failed.
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“As Ms Francis has noted, the recommendations represent the last 5% of the Police’s culture transformation journey," says Commissioner Bush.
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"We are committed to getting the work under way quickly, so we can ensure Police has a safe and healthy culture, in which all people feel respected and have a sense of belonging.”?
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See Debbie Francis’ full report here –?Independent external review?
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Issued by Police Media Centre.
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