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The British Police
First published in 1951,this title describes the different types of police force, the powers and functions of local police authorities, ways in which control from the centre is exercised, and the effect of the Local Government Boundary Commission's proposals on police areas. Emphasis is placed on what happens in practice, not only in theory.
| Author(s) | By Jenifer M. Hart. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format | Hardback |
| Pages | 192 |
| Published in | United Kingdom |
| Published | 31 Mar 2023 |
| Availability | POD |
First published in 1951,this title describes the different types of police force, the powers and functions of local police authorities, ways in which control from the centre is exercised, and the effect of the Local Government Boundary Commission's proposals on police areas. Emphasis is placed on what happens in practice, not only in theory.
Introduction. 1. The Present Structure of the Police Service 2. Historical Background: to 1919 3. Recent History: 1919-1949 4. Central Control 5. The Role of the Local Authority 6. The Metropolitan Police Force 7. Policewomen 8. Recruitment, Training and
