... (n=11) and PCCs (n=11) in matched pairs, exploring the relationship between the two figures, specifically in relation to the issue of the operational independence of the Chief Constable in the new accountability structure. Findings – The findings demonstrate that experiences vary...

... regarding the development and use of scrutiny within the local government context. Accountability Police and Crime Commissioners Police and Crime Panels Scrutiny As new constitutional office holders whose primary role is to hold to account the 41 provincial police forces of England and Wales...

... – Using a literature review, the paper examines the changing face of police accountability in England and Wales over the last 50 years. Findings – Three critical insights emerge from this analysis. First, the politicization of the police began in the 1980s – well before the introduction of PCCs...

... of policing, including the relationships forged between chief constables and PCCs, the politicisation of policing and the extent to which PCCs are held adequately accountable for their actions. Research limitations/implications The research focuses on the 2012 PCC elections and identifies a number of key...

...Frank Warburton With a general election due shortly, this article sets out the main platforms of the three main political parties and discusses some of the central proposals and their implications. Policies from all parties are being trimmed to take account of anticipated reductions in public...

...Karen Bullock The themes of accessibility and accountability have come to dominate the police reform agenda in the UK. They are evident, especially, in the rhetoric of ‘neighbourhood policing’, which has been delivered across England and Wales, and in the ‘policing pledge’, which sets out a series...

... their value, allowing for evidence‐informed decision‐making and increasing the accountability of such decisions. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2006 Community safety Practice Evaluation Accountability Crime and disorder evaluation Community safety in practice the importance...

...Barry Loveday This article discusses the implications contained in the White Paper, Building Communities, Beating Crime (CM 6360:2004) for the accountability of crime and disorder reduction partnerships and police forces. More coherent mechanisms are proposed where basic command units...