Our Corporate Strategy for 2014-17 sets out how HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) will operate over the next three years. We will build on 157 years of history as a credible, competent and collaborative inspectorate that adds value and strengthens public confidence in Scottish policing. Our statutory purpose is to inquire into the state, efficiency and effectiveness of both the Police Service of Scotland (Police Scotland) and the Scottish Police Authority.

Our approach is to support Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority to deliver services that are high quality, continually improving, effective and responsive to local needs.