PART I INTRODUCTORY

3 Delegation of functions by Chief Constable
1 The Chief Constable may not delegate any function conferred on him under or by virtue of these regulations, except to—
(a) a police officer of at least the rank of chief inspector, or
(b) an employee holding an appropriate position in the police support staff.
2 A person who has conducted an investigation in a case, or who has acted in relation to it in pursuance of an attempt to resolve it by way of informal resolution shall not, as respects that case, exercise any function in pursuance of a delegation under paragraph (1).
3 Any reference in the following provisions of these regulations to the Chief Constable shall be construed as including a reference to a person discharging the functions of the Chief Constable.