❓ WA Parliamentary Question on Notice regarding the authorised and actual number of detectives employed in Western Australia as of September 22, 2015. The government highlights an increase in authorised detective positions as part of a broader police resourcing initiative.
AnsweredQoN 4581Legislative Assembly
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(1) As at 22 September 2015, what was the authorised detective strength in Western Australia? (2) As at 22 September 2015, how many detectives are actually employed in Western Australia?
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Answered
10 November 2015
Responded by
Minister for Police
Response time
47 days
As part of the Liberal-National Government's commitment to an extra 550 officers, including 200 detectives, by 2017, the authorised detective strength has been increased by 33 in the past 12 months. WA Police are actively working towards filling these positions.
1) 904.5 FTE
2) 871.7 FTE
1) 904.5 FTE
2) 871.7 FTE
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