Calls for the Chief Constable role to be extended

Fri, 26 Feb 2016

Should the role of Chief Constable in the Isle of Man Constabulary be a more permanent fixture?

That's the question which will be asked when the Police (Amendment) Bill 2015 has its second reading in the Legislative Council next week.

Currently the role is a five year position - but could be changed by the member responsible for the Department of Home Affairs.

MLC Michael Coleman also has two other changes he think will improve policing on the Island: