Standards10

Principles9

JurisdictionEngland & Wales

Policing Code of Ethics

A Code of Practice for the Principles and Standards of Professional Behaviour for the Policing Profession of England and Wales

Professional Behaviour Standards

The 10 standards that set out the expectations for professional behaviour of everyone who works in policing

1Authority, Respect and Courtesy

2Equality and Diversity

4Orders and Instructions

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Policing Principles

The 9 principles that underpin the ethical standards expected of all police officers and staff

About the Code

The Code of Ethics was produced by the College of Policing in 2014. It sets out the principles and standards of behaviour expected of police officers and staff. The Code applies to everyone who works in policing, including police officers, special constables, police staff, and contractors.