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Why did the iopc replace the ipcc?

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Answer # 1 #

From what I remember when the change happened another big issue was perception. Even if the IPCC tried to be independent many people felt it was still too close to the police. The IOPC introduced a single Director General model instead of a commission which made decision-making clearer and accountability more direct.

You can read more about the official reasoning on the UK government site: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/independent-office-for-police-conduct

Answered by: Mani Murli [Few Hour]
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Answer # 2 #

The IPCC (Independent Police Complaints Commission) was replaced by the IOPC (Independent Office for Police Conduct) mainly because the IPCC was seen as too slow underpowered and not trusted enough by the public. Over time there were growing concerns that it couldn’t effectively hold police forces accountable especially in serious misconduct cases. The IOPC was created in 2018 with stronger legal powers a clearer leadership structure and more independence from police forces.

The idea was simple: rebuild public confidence by making investigations faster more transparent and more robust.

Answered by: Ernesto Glazer [Few Hour]
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