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1.1 This policy has been reviewed in June 2022 - no amendments to content have been made.
2.1 This policy outlines Kent Police's response to incidents occurring on the railways.
Compliance with this policy and any related standard operating procedures is mandatory.
3.1. Whilst it should be remembered that the domain of the railway network belongs to British Transport Police, from time to time there are occasions when Kent Police officers will find themselves dealing with incidents in a railway environment. It must always be remembered that railways can be extremely hazardous, and failure to comply with safety rules and standard operating procedures can have severe consequences, leading to severe injury and even death.
3.2. The Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015 places a duty upon specified authorities (which includes the police) to ensure that their functions are discharged having due regard to the need to prevent people being drawn into terrorism. The contact which all officers and staff have with members of the public provides them with opportunities to identify concerns and trigger the appropriate prevent response to ensure their protection. It is essential that officers and staff understand the issues of radicalisation, are able to identify why people may be vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism as a consequence of it and how to obtain support for people who may be being exploited by radicalising influences (details are contained within the Prevent Duty and the Channel Duty). This policy has been reviewed and assessed that the CTSA duties could be relevant.
4.1. This policy has been fully reviewed in June 2022 and is next due for review in June 2024.
5.1. Kent Police have measures in place to protect the security of your data in accordance with our Information Management policy.
6.1. Kent Police will hold data in accordance with our Records Review, Retention and Disposal policy.
Policy reference: Railways policy (O07)
Contact point: Head of Tactical Operations
Date last reviewed: June 2022
If you require any further information or to request any documentation referenced within the policy please email [email protected]. For general enquiries, contact us.