Code of Ethics


The Code of Ethics sits at the heart of everything we do. It sets out how we work together in policing and with the public to keep people safe.


The Code of Ethics is inclusive and supports everyone in policing. It has two parts, both of which are non-statutory.


Ethical policing principles


These principles are a series of guiding statements that should be used to help people in policing do the right things, in the right way, for the right reasons.


Guidance for ethical and professional behaviour in policing


The guidance describes how policing professionals should behave. It provides practical advice on areas of policing that are important to maintaining public trust and legitimacy.


Code of Practice for Ethical Policing


The Code of Ethics is supported by a statutory Code of Practice for Ethical Policing. It includes actions that chief officers should take to support people in their force to use the ethical policing principles and to demonstrate professional behaviour.


Code of Ethics Know your code


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