Metropolitan Police Service.

Question 1

Year the MPS was founded and who by?

Answer 1

1829, Sir Robert Peel.

Question 2

How many Peelian Principles are there?

Answer 2

9

Question 3

The Attestation

Answer 3

I … of the Metropolitan Police Service, do solemnly and sincerely
declare and affirm that I will well
and truly serve the Queen in the
office of constable, with fairness,
integrity, diligence and
impartiality, upholding
fundamental human rights and
according equal respect to all
people; and that I will, to the
best of my power, cause the
peace to be kept and preserved
and prevent all offences against
people and property; and that
while I continue to hold the said
office I will to the best of my skill
and knowledge discharge all the
duties thereof faithfully
according to law.

Question 4

Code of ethics.

Answer 4

Accountability – You are answerable for your
decisions, actions and omissions

Fairness – treat people fairly

Honesty – be truthful and trustworthy

Integrity – always do the right thing

Leadership – lead by good example

Objectivity – make choices on evidence and your best professional judgement

Openness – be open and transparent in your actions and decisions

Respect – treat everyone with respect

Selflessness – act in the public interest

Question 5

Policing by consent meaning.

Answer 5

Not policing by fear. Relies on public co-operation. Public are the Police, the Police are the public.

The term comes from the powers of Police Officers coming from the public, rather than the state. It does not mean the consent of an individual person.

Question 6

The Police caution

Answer 6

You do not have to say anything. But, it may harm your defence if you do not mention when questioned something which you later rely on in court. Anything you do say may be given in evidence.

Question 7

Metropolitan Police Act 1839 - Sus Law

Answer 7

66 Power to police constables and persons aggrieved to apprehend certain offenders.