Sections 22 and 23 of the Police Act 1996 provide for joint working between police forces and/or Police & Crime Commissioners where, in the opinion of the Chief Constable or Commissioner, collaboration would deliver greater efficiency or effectiveness. The Commissioner has agreed to sign a collaboration agreement under Section 22A of the Police Act 1996 which relates to arrangements for Surrey Police under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA). Click here to view the decision paper.