Description
Book SynopsisFocusing on a time of profound social and political change, this book offers a detailed and engaging history of policing, covering the key themes of social stability, professionalisation and police reform, as well as the major events between 1974 and 2008 such as the Miners' Strike of 1984.
Trade Reviewfacinating reading, offering a perspective on contemporary social history that is almost unique, the book is a boon to researchers in this field as well as general readers. * Phillip Taylor MBE, Richmond Green Chambers *
Brain's subtle and considered professional overview of the police and its practices over 35 years directly confronts some of the most challenging scenes of the rule of law in a modern democracy and the relationship of the police with politicians, the media and the public. * The Times The Review May 2010 *
Table of ContentsI. 1974 ; II. The Struggle for Stability: 1975-1979 ; III. Fracture: 1980-1985 ; IV. 'A bloody good hiding': 1985 ; V. Nadir: 1986-1989 ; VI. The Crucible of Recovery: 1989-1990 ; VII. Police Reform 1 - the Conservatives: 1991-1993 ; VIII. Police Reform 2 - the Conservatives: 1993-1997 ; IX. New Labour and the police: 1997-2001 ; X. Police reform revived: 2001-2005 ; XI. Damocles unbound: 2005-2007 ; XII. A tale of two winters: 2007-2009 ; XIII. Reflection
