Sexual misconduct allegations 250/2026

FOI Reference: 250/2026

Request

I would like to request the following information regarding police officers suspended from duty in relation to allegations of sexual misconduct or sexual offences.

Please provide:

1. Current Suspensions: The total number of police officers currently suspended on full pay (as of the date of this request) where the reason for suspension includes allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, sexual assault, or rape.
2. Cost of Suspensions: The total gross salary paid to officers suspended for sexual misconduct/sexual offences during the financial year 2024/2025 (April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025) and for the current financial year to date (April 1, 2025 to present).
3. Duration of Investigations: Of those currently suspended for the reasons listed in Question 1, please provide a breakdown of how long they have been suspended. Specifically, how many have been suspended for:
   1. 6 to 12 months
   2. 12 to 24 months
   3. Longer than 24 months

I can confirm that Dyfed-Powys Police does hold the information requested, as outlined below:-

Response Q1

5 officers in total

Response Q2

FY2425 £21,404.83

FY2526 £123,216.76

Response Q3

6-12 months- 4

12-24 months- 1

Longer than 24 months- 0

(This is a response under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and disclosed on 20/03/2026)