Itisessential to thelegalprocess, McDougal says, that a formally sanctioned authority to make decisionbe conjoined with an effectivecontrolensuringthe execution of these decisions.
He is also under investigation for allegations that he "attempted to influence the decision-making process of the West Yorkshire Police Authority in connection with the referral that they had made".
Sir Norman is also facing a second allegation that he "attempted to influence the decision-making process of the West Yorkshire Police Authority in connection with the referral that they had made".