The Latest on Mark Andrews from Melksham and Wiltshire Police

Following a decision by the Police Appeals Tribunal on 2nd December 2011 to overturn the decision to dismiss former Sergeant Mark Andrews, Wiltshire police are now seeking to challenge the decision through Judicial Review.

Wiltshire police were surprised and disappointed by the PAT ruling and since then have been considering all the options available to them and taking legal advice on how this decision could be challenged.

Today (30 January) Wiltshire police can confirm they are proceeding with a legal challenge to the decision of the Police Appeals Tribunal.

The PAT ruled that Mr Andrew's conduct had been intolerant and discreditable, but they determined that he should be reinstated at his former rank immediately.

Mr Andrews has not been reinstated at this time.

Wiltshire Police and Wiltshire Police Authority maintain that all police officers and staff should at all times uphold the highest standards of professional behaviour which the public have a right to expect from their police service.