The interim chief of the Montreal police is going to make the force less top-heavy and improve communications and transparency as part a major reorganization.
Martin Prud'homme who heads up the SQ outlined his plans before the city's public security commission.
Prud'homme said he wants four people instead of 11 in charge of criminal investigations, the rank and file, corporate affairs and a new division of professional norms that will include internal affairs.
Prud'homme was appointed by the Quebec government three months ago following a damning report that described a disjointed, disorganized police force rife with allegations of corruption and irregularities.
The report also mentioned the presence of clans and cliques, something Prud'homme also noted.
Prud'homme said the force is so complex with so much red tape and so many levels, that it has become less efficient. He also noted an imbalance in the workload.
Prud'homme said such a top-heavy structure also hinders communications which he wants to make more fluid from top to bottom.
Prud'homme said after three months on the job, he's seen a "contagious willingness" to turn the page and to regain the public's trust.
Prud'homme said one of the important things he noticed is that services for citizens are efficient and professional and officers are competent and devoted.