... by the Amsterdam police authorities as part of their drug education programme. Concludes that, although the scheme is unusual, it could make a valuable contribution to a health education programme. © MCB UP Limited 1997 Drug abuse Education The Netherlands Police Prisons Schools When I set off...

...Paul Wotton Describes the objectives of the Schools Involvement Programme of the Metropolitan Police Service and the range of services offered by schools involvement officers. Summarizes a variety of activities and topics for both younger and older pupils on the theme of personal safety. Provides...

...Norma White; Jacqueline Barnfield Describes ways to ensure police involvement in schools works. Considers a typical first contact between the police and young people and the developments following the Scarman Report in 1982 leading to policing in the community. Reflects on the role of the police...

... of a clear policy with a more reasoned and positive approach. Considers also the legal position of teachers who come across pupils who are using drugs or in possession of them as well as the part played by the police, whether it be in a caring, enforcing or deterrent role. Concludes by stating the view...