Police: English Language

Summary

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what minimum English language proficiency requirements apply to (a) police officers and (b) police community support officers in England and Wales; and whether her Department, or any relevant inspecto

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1. 23 April 2026

   Written question

   To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what minimum English language proficiency requirements apply to (a) police officers and (b) police community support officers in England and Wales; and whether her Department, or any relevant inspecto

   Source: Commons

2. 29 April 2026

   Answer

   This Government is committed to ensuring consistent, high standards for entry into the police.In respect of police officers, regulations currently require chief officers to satisfy themselves that all new recruits are competent in written and spoken Engli...

   Source: Written answer

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