Britain’s top policewoman fights against suspension

Title

Britain’s top policewoman fights against suspension

Genre

News report; Press conference

TX Date

10 Jan 1992

Year of production

1992

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Duration

00:02:21

Description

Merseyside Police Authority has decided to re-impose the suspension of Assistant Chief Inspector Alison Halford, the highest-paid female officer, as the result of alleged misconduct. Clerk to the police authority, David Henshaw states the reasons for her suspension. Liam O’Donoghue reports from Merseyside.

Contributors

Liam O’Donoghue; David Henshaw

Keywords

Administration of justice; Women; Penal sanctions; Police personnel; Gender discrimination; Appeals; Drunkenness; Behaviour; Employment opportunities; Alison Halford; Merseyside Police

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