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Covert human intelligence source

A term from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice (APP), reproduced under the Open Government Licence with a link back to the authoritative source.

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Definition

Individuals who provide information about criminal activity in covert contexts.

This definition is drawn from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. For the full operational guidance and current wording, read it at source.

college.police.uk/app/major-investigation-and-public-protection/hate-crime/intelligence

Related terms

Community intelligence

Local information, direct or indirect, that when assessed provides intelligence on the quality of life experienced by individuals and groups.

Definition reproduced from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice under the Open Government Licence v3.0. See the source link above for the authoritative, current wording.