TUV leader Jim Allister MP has today written to the Chief Constable in the following terms:
Dear Chief Constable,
Re Unfair advantage in PSNI promotion examinations
I have been provided with a copy of what appears to be an email sent to PSNI officers advising that the LGBT Network is offering support for officers going for promotion this year. They advise that they are preparing revision classes and notes but that these are only available to officers who “identify as LGBT+”.
I write to inquire what support – financial and otherwise – the PSNI provides to the LGBT Network including any contribution to the scheme detailed in this email including details of any classes which will be held on PSNI property. Please also advise how the promotion process can possibly be considered fair and equitable when the LGBT Network is offering the opportunity exclusively to officers who “identify as LGBT+”.
Yours sincerely,
Jim Allister KC MP