Independent Panel Members

Independent Panel Members play an important role in upholding the high standards of behaviour and conduct in Avon and Somerset Police by taking part in police misconduct hearings.

We are no longer recruiting for this role.

From May 2024, Chief Constables have powers to terminate the employment of police officers found guilty of gross misconduct. Sitting alongside them on the new format panels will be two independent panel members (IPMs) where previously only one was required.

The IPM roles do not require legal expertise but instead are inviting people to apply with experience in areas such as senior leadership, compliance, and HR and people management. The roles are voluntary on a part-time basis but are paid according to the number of hearings per year.

Hearings usually take place over five days and each panel member is likely to sit on approximately three hearings per year over a five-year term.

The application process

Applications are not currently open for this role.

You can see the role profile (PDF) and Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)