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To enhance transparency of the system, IPCC will open part of its meetings to the public; complainants will be given more details of the investigation results; and leaflets on police complaints investigation procedures and the monitoring procedures of IPCC will be made available at all police stations and District Offices for distribution. Three million dollars will be allocated to launch publicity programmes over a three-year period.
To ensure serious cases will receive adequate attention in the complaints system, the IPCC will set up a special panel to monitor serious cases, after which it will submit its findings in a special report to the Governor.
To enhance the capability of the IPCC, one additional Vice-chairman and three additional members will be appointed to the Council. Besides, one more vetting team will be provided.
CAPO procedures will be tightened up by making "tipping-off" officers being complained a disciplinary offence.
Regular surveys and researches will be conducted to gauge public opinion towards the overall performance of the Force including the police complaints system.
Commenting on the findings of the reports, the spokesman said: "The Hong Kong system is not out of step with other overseas Police jurisdictions."
"Hong Kong is one of the few Asian territories where complaints against police are subject to the oversight of a civilian body."
"This body comprises Executive and Legislative Councillors and members from other walks of life."
"The implementation of the recommendations of the two reports will ensure that complaints are handled thoroughly, impartially and with due expedition."
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