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Chief Constable has been asked to resign

Avon & Somerset's Chief Constable Nick Gargan has been asked to resign over misconduct charges. A disciplinary report is also to be published.

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PCC calls for Chief Constable's resignation

Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner has begun the process for Nick Gargan to resign from his post.

Sue Mountstevens has used powers under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act (section 38) calling upon the Chief Constable to stand down, due to a lack of confidence by local people, police officers and staff.

The decision follows an independent misconduct panel which found Chief Constable Nick Gargan guilty of eight counts of misconduct last month.

Following today’s announcement Chief Constable Nick Gargan has been suspended.

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