Willan - Policing, Race and Racism (Policing and Society)

Explore the complex relationship between law enforcement and racial issues in this essential academic text. Policing, Race and Racism examines how race has emerged as a primary challenge for modern police forces. This book provides a deep analysis of the context and background behind these shifts in law enforcement strategy. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the impact of the Lawrence Inquiry and the MacPherson Report on contemporary policing. The text traces the move toward policing as an antiracist activity, where officers proactively confront racism in both crime and non-crime situations. While this change has not been applied consistently, the book explains how it represents a major shift in the discourse regarding police relations with the public. By examining the evolution of the traditional role of the police, this work offers valuable insights for students and professionals interested in the social sciences and legal studies. It provides a necessary look at how police-public relations are being redefined in a changing social landscape.