The Scheme of Delegation sets out how the Ombudsman delegates her actions and decision making powers as set out in Part VII of the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 1998, and as she is entitled to do under Schedule 3, paragraph 9 of the Act.
The Scheme will assist the Ombudsman and her staff in carrying out her functions lawfully and effectively. It will further assist police, the public and stakeholders in their understanding of how decisions are made within the Office, thereby contributing to the Office’s ongoing aim of a greater openness and transparency in the decision making process.
The Police Ombudsman has delegated powers to the Chief Executive.