INSPECTORS have found West Yorkshire Police is good at keeping people safe and reducing crime - but the force has been told it must improve the way it investigates crimes and reduces re-offending.
Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) looked into the effectiveness of the police around the country and found the force has made progress in a number of areas since last year and gave it a 'Good' rating.
The report revealed the force is good at preventing crime and tackling anti-social behaviour, but officers and supervisors "need further training in basic investigative skills." The force also needs to review its procedures to track down criminals who are wanted for offences, to ensure they are arrested promptly and prevented from continuing to cause harm.
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