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as soon as possible and in any case within three working days.
2.9.1 The reviewing lawyer should consult with the police before reaching a decision to terminate a case or substantially alter the charge.
2.9.2 Whenever a decision is made to terminate a case, reduce or substantially alter a charge, the CPS will notify the police and the victim of the reasons for the decision.
2.9.3 If the police have indicated that they do not wish to be consulted, either by local arrangements about types of case or in a specific case, then there is no requirement on the CPS reviewing lawyer to consult before making the decision, although confirmation of the reasons should nevertheless be given