RESPONSES TO CRIME - GOVERNMENT

Question 1

POINT - VRU (VIOLENCE REDUCTION UNIT)

Answer 1

Explain - The VRU, was set up to tackle gang crimes, this means that The team targeted the causes of gang crime before it happens rather than punishing people
Example - The VRU in Glasgow Has employed former offenders to help them get an education and turn away from gang crime

Question 2

POINT - LAWS TO HELP REDUCE ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

Answer 2

Explain - The government hopes that this would encourage people to drink less alcohol in the hope this would reduce alcohol related crimes
Example - The ‘Road Traffic Act 2014’ was introduced to reduce The amount of alcohol someone can drink while driving