Chief Constable Jon Boutcher has issued a statement welcoming significant announcements from the Northern Ireland Executive, which include funding for a pay award for police officers, a commitment to the initial year of the PSNI Recovery Plan, and an update from the Justice Minister regarding data breach compensation. Chief Constable Boutcher stated that securing the pay award has been a core focus since he took up his post: "Since taking up post as Chief Constable, I have been relentless in making sure that my voice has been heard to ensure our officers get the pay award that they deserve. We will continue to work closely with colleagues in the Department of Justice and the Department of Finance to ensure this award is swiftly delivered to our officers. "More work is needed in terms of delivering on the Recovery Plan and funding of recruitment, but this is a significant step."

He also gave a welcome to the progress on the data breach compensation: "I further welcome the Justice Minister's announcement today on funding being secured for the data breach compensation. I am yet to receive official notification of what this will look like but it is another important step in recognising the impact this has had on our officers and staff, and allowing clarity and reassurance for those affected. "It signals that the government recognises the seriousness and importance of delivering a fair and timely resolution. Claimants can now have confidence that a settlement process will progress next year and I will be able to provide more detail on that when I receive it from the minister's office."