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Select Committee on the Western Australian Police Service

Select Committee on the Western Australian Police Service· 19 June 1996general_report

This 1996 WA parliamentary report investigates the effectiveness of the WA Police Service's self-regulation, particularly the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), in detecting and preventing corruption. It examines specific cases and systemic issues, questioning the desirability of self-regulation and proposing alternative methods. The report also considers the roles of other bodies like the Ombudsman and the Official Corruption Commission.

Impact

The report's findings and recommendations would directly affect the WA Police Service, its officers, and the public. Improved corruption detection and prevention mechanisms aim to increase public trust and ensure police accountability. The recommendations also impact the roles and responsibilities of oversight bodies like the Ombudsman.

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