Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police Authority, Terence Grange, made a shock exit from the force this week. The authority accepted with regret the retirement of Mr. Grange with immediate effect on Monday, amid 'allegations of financial irregularities and computer misuse'. Mr. Grange, 58, indicated that he had allowed his private life to interfere with his professional role as Chief Constable. This led the Police Authority to consider the Chief Constable's position and it was considered to be appropriate to accept his retirement. In accepting his retirement, the authority thanked Mr. Grange for the leadership which he had brought to the force maintaining its position as one of the best performing in England and Wales. Acting Deputy Chief Constable Andy Edwards reaffirmed that the Dyfed-Powys Police Force would continue to maintain its high standards whilst the search for a new Chief Constable commenced. He stated: "The force has an enviable reputation for performance and enjoys a close relationship with its many communities throughout the force area. None of that will be compromised as a result of Mr. Grange's retirement." Footnote: On Wednesday, the Police Authority said they had become aware of rumours concerning the allegation of computer misuse. Following consultation with the IPCC, they wished to clarify that this related to private e-mails concerning a personal relationship entered into by the former chief constable with a person unconnected with either the authority or the force. Such personal use contravenes force
