It’s going to select someone independent to review the G20 policing issues. The meeting today ended in some sort of shambles as public outcry against the lack of planned public participation in developing the terms of reference for the civilian review.
In two weeks we will learn more when the board reconvenes with some terms of reference. They will apparently accept deputations from the public then.
So, is the board serving the public, or is it serving the Chief? It’s not clear yet. Looks like the board is moving forward, as after all, stonewalling isn’t going to work. The real test is going to be who is selected to run the review, and what the terms are.
And, let’s be clear: this is not a sufficient review. Multiple police services from multiple governments were present. This board only deals with the TPS. It’s not clear how they can review what went on inside the command centre in Barrie.
Read Joe Warmington’s column for more. Warmington has been doing a great job covering the police issues around the G20 fiasco.
