Moved by
Lord Paddick
12: Before Clause 3, insert the following new Clause—
“Meaning of special constables
In all legislation in force applying to England and Wales (including legislation enacted after the coming into force of this section)—
(a) the term “members of police forces” shall be deemed to include special constables, and
(b) the term “constable” shall be deemed to include a special constable.”
Member’s explanatory statement
The aim of this amendment is to ensure that special constables are considered to be members of the police service, as they are in Scotland.