This second article on police accountability focuses on aspects such as best value; performance management and targeting; HMCIC's role; Accounts Commission and Audit Scotland; common services and multi-tiered policing; community and social inclusion partnerships; and complaints against the police. The conclusion is drawn that these new accountabilities throw into question traditional views on the constitutional position and future management of policing in Scotland.
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