Bonuses CRP & SPPs

In particular, can you tell me the following:

1. How much was paid in total in bonuses to officers of ACPO rank for the year 2008 to 2009 ? How does that figure compare to the year 2007 to 2008 ?
2. How much was paid in total in bonuses to superintendents for the year 2008 to 2009 ? How does that figure compare to the year 2007 to 2008 ?
3. How much was paid in Competence-Related Threshold Payments (CRTPs) for the year 2008 to 2009 ? How does that figure compare to the year 2007 to 2008 ?
4. How much was paid in Special Priority Payments (SPPs) for the year 2008 to 2009 ? How does that figure compare to the year 2007 to 2008 ?
5. I understand all or most forces operate a system of bonuses for officers who have had to carry out particularlydifficult or unpleasant tasks. If your force operates such a system, how much did it pay out between 2008 and 2009 and how does it compare to the year 2007 to 2008 ?
6. Finally, what is the latest figure for the number of officers employed by your force ? I appreciate you may respond by saying this figure is available from other sources. However, if possible, I would like to ensure I get an up-to-date and accurate figure.

In accordance with section 1(1) (b) of the Act our response is provided below;

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This question was transferred to the Cheshire Police Authority who will or have already responded to you.

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This information is reasonably accessible to you elsewhere and is therefore exempt information in accordance with Section 21 of the Act

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