Public order policing

Question 1

Define public order policing?

Answer 1

policing of protestors, campaigners or a large gatherings either in events, riots or other demonstrations.

Question 2

what ideas are public order policing based on? include concepts

Answer 2

based on the idea of maintaining order by promoting public safety and social stability, including concepts such as, social control, conflict theory and the idea the government is a legitimate authority.

Question 3

Define paramilitary

Answer 3

it is a military-force of discipline.

Question 4

what type of specialised equipment and methods do paramilitary include?

Answer 4

it involves specialised equipment and methods such as, armed vehicles, riot gear and the use of force

Question 5

What was Jefferson (1987) view on paramilitary?

Answer 5

paramilitary causes aggravation, policing should emphasise on human rights

a balance between impartiality and policies (for police to be objective) and restraint and justice (use force when necessary).

Question 6

What was Waddington’s view (1993)?

Answer 6

paramilitary is necessary, it is a form of discipline, it provides police with protection + power.

Question 7

what is the ideal sequence for riots?

Answer 7

preparation - before riot

controlling space - during riot, taping areas off

controlling crowd - during riot, constraining or kettling

clearance - after riot, removing everything