Intelligence management

Summary

The Intelligence Management APP provides guidance on the handling and management of intelligence, aimed at various roles within policing, including chief constables, intelligence unit leads, and operational officers. It outlines the importance of intelligence-led policing, proper training for handling intelligence, and the governance structure necessary for effective intelligence management. This APP should be considered alongside other key frameworks such as the National Intelligence Model Code of Practice and the national decision model. Definitions of key terms, including 'information' and 'intelligence', are provided to clarify their respective meanings in a policing context.

Key principles

• 1Develop the force control strategy with operational priorities.
• 2Lead the strategic tasking and coordination group (ST&CG).
• 3Ensure staff are properly trained according to their roles and comply with the IPP certification process.
• 4Implement appropriate vetting procedures for staff handling intelligence.

Defined terms

Information

Data obtained from a source such as word of mouth, observations, surveillance, technology or reports.

Intelligence

Information that, through a process of evaluation and risk assessment, has been transformed into actionable insights which can assist with police decision making.