Summary
THIS country's police have been, almost uniquely in the world, kept free from direct political interference. It has been the job of the constable to enforce the law of the land, not the will of the Government.
But in recent years, as crime and disorder have become major political issues, Home Secretaries of both parties have sought to gain more control over police operations.See the full content of this document
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Police Mustenforce the Law, Notthe Will of Mr Blunkett
Even so, some independence survives, to the obvious frustration of David Blunkett. He hopes strong ...
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