The Policing Board carried out a review following concerns over the force's handling of some misconduct investigations
A number of recommendations for improvements in PSNI professional standards have been made following several controversies, including allegations of misogyny and misuse of social media by officers.
The newly -published review stated: “Analysis of the misconduct data presented to the board has identified an increase in cases concerning officer sexual predation, misogyny, domestic abuse and the use of social media groups.“There was also evidence of delay in the processing of misconduct cases within the Professional Standards Department and also the wider justice system when cases required the involvement of the Police Ombudsman, the Public Prosecution Service and the NI Court Service.
It also considered allegations in a BBC Spotlight documentary which included claims that two police officers manipulated a suicide victim’s body and shared photos and a video online. “The board is mindful of the negative impact this issue has had on both public confidence in policing and the reputation of the PSNI.
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