LBC/IRN · London Broadcasting Company

Title

Kenneth Newman on police accountability and image

Genre

Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1983

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Duration

00:04:01

Description

Interview with London Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Kenneth Newman on the accountability of the police to the law in free societies rather than to government or a particular political party. Also arguing sentimental attachment to the traditional image of the police inhibits effectiveness when dealing with riots and disorder. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Kenneth Newman

Keywords

Politics; Police; Violence; Metropolitan Police; Riots; Policing practice; Police management; Looting; Protective clothing; Protective devices

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