Information

Summary

The requester asked for the number of Isle of Man Constabulary dog handlers currently qualified to handle drug detection dogs. The authority disclosed that there are currently two qualified handlers, with plans to increase this number to three in 2021.

Key Facts

• There are currently 2 dog handlers with relevant and up-to-date qualifications for drug detection.
• The Constabulary plans to increase the number of qualified handlers to 3 in 2021.
• All dog training is currently conducted on the Isle of Man due to COVID-19 restrictions.
• Training is carried out in accordance with ACPO guidelines.
• The request was received on 7 December 2020 and responded to on 15 December 2020.

Data Disclosed

• 2
• 3
• 2021
• 7 December 2020
• 15 December 2020
• 1590625

Original Request

How many dog handlers in the current dog unit, have the relevant and up to date qualification to handle a drug detection dog.

Data Tables (1)

Full Response Text

Isle of Man Constabulary Freedom of Information Police Headquarters Dukes Avenue Douglas Isle of Man IM2 4RG

Our ref: 1590625 15 December 2020

Dear ###

We write further to your request which was received on 7 December 2020 and which states:

"How many dog handlers in the current dog unit, have the relevant and up to date qualification to handle a drug detection dog."

Our response to your request is as follows: I have detailed below the information that is being released to you. The current level is 2 with a view to grow to 3 in the 2021. All dog training is currently undertaken on-Island due to covid restrictions and is done in accordance with ACPO guidelines. Please quote the reference number 1590625 in any future communications.

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Yours sincerely