(1)The Secretary of State may determine, and from time to time revise, long term objectives for the policing of Northern Ireland.
[F1(2)Before determining or revising any objectives under this section, the Secretary of State shall consult the Board with a view to obtaining its agreement to the proposed objectives or revision.
(2A)Before determining or revising any objectives under this section, the Secretary of State shall also consult—
(a)the Chief Constable;
(b)the Ombudsman;
(c)the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission;
(d)the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland; and
(e)such other persons as the Secretary of State considers appropriate.]
(3)The Secretary of State shall lay before each House of Parliament a statement of any objectives determined or revised under this section.
Textual Amendments
F1S. 24(2)(2A) substituted for s. 24(2) (8.4.2003) by Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2003 (c. 6), s. 1