The Independent Office of Police Conduct's (IOPC) investigation into misconduct allegations against Humberside Police 's suddenly retired Chief Constable is to be discussed at a meeting this week. The IOPC's independent investigation into the conduct of Paul Anderson, Humberside Police Chief Constable from August 1, 2023, to June 25 this year, is "largely related to communication and behaviour towards colleagues". This is confirmed in a report by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner's chief executive, Rachel Cook, ahead of a Humberside Police and Crime Panel meeting.
The panel is a body that meets several times a year to scrutinise and hold to account the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) and the police force. It is to meet on Thursday. The investigation detail is part of the OPCC's latest update on Humberside Police developments, which also covers the Hull Legacy Funeral Directors investigation.
Read More: Councillor shares 'disgust and disappointment' following Cleethorpes arson attacks Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter It will be the first meeting since Paul Anderson's retirement as Chief Constable and the IOPC investigation into misconduct allegations . Judi Heaton QPM has been appointed as temporary Chief Constable for up to six months. A recruitment process is being held to find a permanent replacement.
Mr Anderson's retirement was officially announced on June 25. A day later, the OPCC.
