Community safety accreditation schemes enable the chief constable of a police force in the United Kingdom (Except Scotland[1]) to grant a limited range of police powers to employees of non-police organisations bolstering community safety. Community safety accreditation schemes were created under section 40 of the Police Reform Act 2002.[2] Individuals who have been granted these powers are known under the Act as accredited persons.
- ^ "Freedom of Information request to Lothian and borders police". 5 December 2010. Retrieved 25 June 2018.
- ^ Text of the Police Reform Act 2002 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.