Kent Police could be about say goodbye to its chief constable, Michael Fuller.

Chief Constable Fuller has been selected by the Attorney General as her preferred candidate for HM Chief Inspector of the Crown Prosecution Service.

Baroness Scotland's choice will be put to consideration by the Justice Select Committee of MPs next month.

Mr Fuller said: "I am delighted to have led Kent Police for the last six years and would like to thank the people of the county for their support.

"I will be sorry to leave Kent but if this new position is confirmed then I can leave my post in the confident knowledge that we have made a major step forward in reducing crime and building public confidence in the police service in the county."

Referring to today's announcement, Ann Barnes, Chair of the Kent Police Authority said: "This morning the Authority was informed that Chief Constable, Michael Fuller, has been selected as the preferred candidate for the role of HM Chief Inspector of the Crown Prosecution Service.

"Since his appointment Mr Fuller has made a significant difference in increasing public awareness of Kent Police. His contribution has also led to the introduction of neighbourhood policing including the rollout of police community support officers and new anti-social behaviour task teams for every district.

"His work with the Authority has also led to Kent being at the forefront of forces nationally - with our successful stand against the Force merger proposal and our collaboration work with Essex Police."