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3. Lord Goronwy-Roberts quoted the view expressed by
Mr Cater, the former Commissioner, that the grosser forms of syndicated corruption had disappeared. Sir Donald Luddington agreed but warned of the need for vigilance since syndicated corruption could spring up again. Lord Goronwy-Roberts asked whether the Commission had all the facilities to continue the progress that had been made so far. Sir Donald Luddington was pleased with what he had seen of the Commission. He had met most of the senior officers whom he had found impressive in their interest and cheerfulness. The Commission is currently about 20% under establishment but there was no intention. of making up numbers irrespective of the quality of the candidates. Sir Donald believed that the need now was for a recognition by Heads of Civil Service Departments that they too have a responsibility, with the help of the Commission, to root out corruption. At the same time the Operations Department of the Commission must retain its role of taking the initiative in investigating complaints. Lord Goronwy-Roberts emphasised his belief that it was vital, if the Commission were to remain effective, that it
He continue to take the initiative wherever possible. wondered what liaison Sir Donald would have with the new Chief Secretary as well as with the Governor in view of the former's experience as Commissioner. Sir Donald Luddington
confirmed that he would maintain the closest contact.
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Lord Goronwy-Roberts then asked Sir Donald Luddington for his views on the state of the Police Force. Sir Donald Luddington explained that he had had no real opportunity to look into this so far, partly because the Commissioner of Police had gone on leave shortly after his appointment. However, the impression within the Commission was that there was a definite improvement in the relationship between the Commission and the Police together with a much greater degree of co-operation. It was helpful in this respect that the
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