Thames Valley Police computer systems to be run by a finance computer boffin

If I was to appoint someone to a job in the police force, whether it be IT or anything else then I think security would be one of my considerations. Not so Thames Valley Police, where it seems that they consider managing IT budgets is more critical. At least that is the message that I take from the appointment of John Hall as joint IT chief to both Thames Valley Police force and Hampshire Constabulary. And that budget cutting is obviously part of his remit if you see his job description which includes, "operational effectiveness and efficiency". In the UK the accountant rules once again.