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Independent advisory group (IAG)

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

A group that provides the community a voice in police decision-making and offers advice on partnerships.

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/civil-emergencies/disaster-victim-identification/social-needs-and-media-considerationscollege.police.uk/app/major-investigation-and-public-protection/hate-crime/community-engagement-and-tension

Related terms

Community Impact Statement (CIS)

A document describing the effects of offending on a community, providing context and a voice to the community.

Community of identity

A group sharing a personal characteristic, referenced in the context of hate crime.

Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC)

An elected official responsible for overseeing the police force and ensuring it reflects the public's needs and priorities.

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.