Policing the Police

Welcome to the home of Kent Police Authority, the organisation that monitors the police in Kent.

Kent Police Authority (KPA) ensures an efficient and effective police service. This includes setting targets for the police, deciding budgets, agreeing council tax payments, consulting on top priorities and appointing Chief Officers.

Latest News

  1. Police watchdog satisfied with 'report card' findings

  2. Welcome Day Centre gives their views on policing

  3. Police council tax remains one of the lowest in England and Wales


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Our Next Events

Criminals to be named and shamed on police website

The Justice Minister has praised Kent Police for their scheme to publish selected magistrates court results on their website.

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Making a Complaint

Making a Complaint

You can make a complaint against a Police Authority member or a Kent Police Chief Officer. Any compliment or complaint about Kent Police Officers or staff (other than Chief Officers) should be directed to the Professional Standards Department.


Public Meetings

Public Meetings

Each month Kent Police Authority hosts committee meetings involving senior police officers and staff. The committees give Police Authority members a chance to challenge and question Kent Police. Members of the public are invited to attend.


Meet your members

Meet your members

Find out about Police Authority members, their role and terms of appointment as well as the committees they sit on. Read about our Chair, Ann Barnes (pictured) who acts as your police watchdog.


Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 allows you to get information held by government bodies, including Kent Police Authority. You can make a request for information from the Authority.


Getting involved

Getting involved

You can join Kent Police in a number of voluntary roles. Why not help monitor our custody cells? join as a Special Constable? or give a few hours a week to help in one of our police stations.