A senior police officer who is currently under investigation for bullying allegations has been appointed to a significant national role focused on migration-related crime, The Mail has revealed. Deputy Chief Constable Jane Connors is leading a national operation for the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) that focuses on immigration matters impacting core policing duties.
Ms. Connors is reportedly preparing to launch legal action against police watchdogs over the investigation, which her lawyers describe as "unlawful." This development comes amid a protracted probe into bullying allegations that has affected senior ranks within Police Scotland, raising questions about accountability.
Lawyers representing Ms. Connors, who earns an annual salary of £230,580, have initiated plans to seek a judicial review of the investigation, demanding disclosure of key information. Her legal team contends that she has been denied details of the allegations and necessary documents to prepare an adequate defense.
"DCC Jane Connors is currently leading an NPCC national co-ordination arrangement that helps policing understand and prepare a response to immigration matters which impact on core policing roles and responsibilities," an NPCC spokesperson stated. Ms. Connors has been unable to perform her regular duties while the investigation proceeds. The Scottish Police Authority has declined to comment, and the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner confirmed receipt of a referral regarding the conduct of a senior officer in December 2025, with a report to be issued in due course.
Scottish Tory justice spokesman Stephen Kerr commented that Jane Connors is a "highly experienced police officer" who arrived in Scotland with strong credentials for her deputy chief constable post. He added, "This investigation must be brought to a resolution as soon as possible."