#blackstone's

New government legislation has been implemented which not only affects the powers of UK police forces when tacking crime, but also aims to ensure correct police conduct. These legislative updates have caused UK policing to evolve following new challenges such as the criminalisation of former ‘legal highs’ and the volume of crimes taking place online.

The structure of UK policing is ever-changing in light of new initiatives and reaction to public discussion. This includes opportunities to encourage a diverse work force which represents the public it defends, changes to the process of ‘stop and search’ following public criticism, and ensuring adequate funding to match the demands of 21st century policing.

With stricter budgets and a reduction in the number of serving officers, police forces have had to utilise new technologies to make every day policing more efficient. These processes not only allow police work to become more cost-efficient, but help to support officers and improve the accuracy of their work.

2-24-08.  Dinner at Blackstone's Pub, Newark, Delaware.  45 minute pinhole exposure.