There is the support that is absolutely necessary when officers find themselves in danger in protecting others or are witnesses to very traumatic circumstances. In that regard, there is the trauma risk management programme.
I am also mindful of the point that His Majesty’s chief inspector of constabulary made when he spoke about the day-to-day demands on the job and how they can have an impact on the mental health of serving police officers. That is why the £17 million investment in and focus on mental health support and access to enhanced occupational health services are of particular importance.