http://www.apccs.police.uk/fileUploa..._June/NPAS.pdf
It is of note that in responding to the initial draft NPAS National Collaboration Agreement, police authorities raised concerns regarding the lack of up to date local delivery and financial information which will enable police authorities to consider the proposal fully. The concern being that police authorities by law, must obtain fair value for any assets they dispose of or transfer; and that having seen no business case or financial details, Treasurers would not be in a position to advise whether the transfer is appropriate or whether the financial model makes sense and is capable of delivering the savings claimed.
"..by law,"