Police Scotland appoints Jo Farrell as new Chief Constable amid SNP finances investigation
Police Scotland has named Jo Farrell as its next Chief Constable amid a high-profile investigation into SNP finances.
Her appointment was made following a six-week recruitment process overseen by the Scottish Police Authority. Farrell is no stranger to political controversy having faced questions in 2020 over why Durham Police failed to interview Dominic Cummings after he was accused of breaking strict lockdown rules.
"Over the last six years, I have worked with some extraordinarily talented and committed people, dedicated to keeping County Durham and Darlington safe, and it has been a very difficult decision to leave.
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