In section 50 of the Police Act 1996 (c. 16) (regulations for police forces) after subsection (6) insert—
“(6A)Without prejudice to the powers conferred by this section, regulations under this section may make provision with respect to—
(a)steps to be taken in connection with the appointment of senior officers;
(b)payments to senior officers who cease to hold office before the end of a fixed term appointment.
(6B)In subsection (6A) “senior officer” means—
(a)a member of a police force holding a rank above that of chief superintendent;
(b)the Commissioner of Police for the City of London.”