… of policing and its functionality across the lands of Britain in 2024. In this RogueCast, I take a ramble once again along the banks of the River Trent. As stated in my preamble, how far have British policing standards slipped?, written specifically on the subject of peace-keeping and those who take on the role of constable: “The term constable first appeared after the Norman conquest, and towards the end of the 12th century acquired the local significance it has held ever since. The Statute of Westminster 1285 enshrined the principles of two high constables appointed in every hundred with […]
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How far have British policing standards slipped?
The 9 Principles of Policing were, apparently, established by Robert Peel and his associates back in 1829, with the “General Instructions” being issued to each constable. The policing principles were expanded, as below, in the 1948 book, A Short History of the British Police by Charles Reith. 1. To prevent crime and disorder, as an alternative to their repression by military force and severity of legal punishment. 2. To recognise always that the power of the police to fulfil their functions and duties is dependent on public approval of their existence, actions and behaviour, and on their ability to […]
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