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Pre-appointment hearing: His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Authorities

Non-inquiry session

His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Authorities is responsible for ensuring the inspection of police forces and fire & rescue authorities, and reporting publicly on their efficiency and effectiveness.

The role is subject to pre-appointment scrutiny by the Home Affairs Committee before any appointment by Ministers. The Committee will hold a pre-appointment hearing with the Government’s preferred candidate, and then publish a report saying whether it endorses the appointment.

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Tuesday 14 July 2026
2:00pm Private
2:30pm Public
Pre-appointment hearing: His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Authorities - Oral evidence 14 July 2026
2:30pm
  • Sir Andy Marsh QPM
Room 8, Palace of Westminster

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