Product DescriptionThis book offers a critical examination of the issues and dilemmas facing the future of policing in Britain. Based on a wealth of research and operational evidence gathered by the police service itself, the Home Office, and independent researchers, this book is comprehensive in its examinationof the issues, but remains jargon-free and accessible, and will appeal to the general, well-informed reader.Review'An interesting if controversial book...It discusses the changing social contect of British policing..A series of questions and dilemmas are posed before some clear options for change are recommended.' Voice