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This document outlines how the UK Data Protection Legislation and other enactments dealing with data protection, governs how personal data is processed in the UK (Data Protection Law) and applies to the Surrey Police and Sussex Police. Particular reference is paid to the general and security obligations which apply to the processing of personal data, disclosure obligations and exemptions and the specific responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer for both Forces. This policy should be read in conjunction with other Force polices that deal with data protection issues.

This policy and supporting procedures detail the role of the Firearms and Explosive Licensing Unit (FELU), the overarching principles and actions for Force Control Room (FCR) staff, Front Office staff and police officers. Considerations around the National Decision Model (NDM) when responding to spontaneous and non-spontaneous incidents where one or more people involved is a licenced firearms and certificate holder.

This policy details how Domestic Abuse related crimes will be investigated and prosecuted by Sussex Police.

This policy and procedure sets out the approach by Surrey Police and Sussex Police to Medical Redeployments for police staff

This policy provides guidance in relation to drug related crime, including cannabis farms, illicit drugs laboratories and drugs found in schools.

This policy and the supporting procedures set the standard for the investigation of all serious sexual assaults.

This policy and procedure cover the Surrey Police and Sussex Police responsibilities regarding fire safety precautions across premises under their control. It applies to police officers, police staff, visitors, contractors, and other persons who may be affected by the Forces’ activities.

This policy sets out how crimes are allocated for investigation across Sussex Police and describes the role, remit and scope of each investigative unit.

The Social Media Policy sets clear standards for the responsible, effective and secure use of social media and online platforms by officers, staff, volunteers, cadets, and contractors, both as an engagement tool in the course of their Force duties and in a personal capacity where such use may reflect upon the organisation. This policy does not apply to the covert use of social media or online platforms for research, intelligence gathering or surveillance purposes, which are governed by separate legislation, policy and authority. This activity is governed by the Internet Intelligence and Investigation Policy (Surrey and Sussex) (1155)

This policy describes our approach to deaths reportable to the Coroner.