Jennifer Brown

This briefing explains the types of police personnel. It discusses their recruitment, training, and the proposed Police Covenant to improve officer welfare.

This briefing explains the key concepts underpinning the British model of policing. It introduces the key actors in UK policing. It provides a brief introduction to UK police forces and discusses their performance

This Library briefing paper provides a history of England's coronavirus "lockdown laws"

This Library briefing paper explains the types of coronavirus restrictions and requirements imposed by the UK's lockdown laws.

This short Library briefing paper discusses police powers in relation to unauthorised encampments. It also discusses current Government proposals to reform the policing of unauthorised encampments.

This commons library briefing paper introduces a series on police powers.

This Commons Library briefing paper describes police detention powers and outlines a recent history of their reform. It also describes the police custody estate and current concerns with pre-charge bail.

This Library briefing paper helps MPs and their staff dealing with casework involving dissatisfaction with the police.

This Library briefing paper discusses undercover policing in England and Wales. It explains how undercover operations are regulated and managed. It outlines the criticism of historic undercover policing units and provides details of the ongoing public inquiry into undercover policing.

This Commons Library briefing paper discusses police stop and search powers. It outlines a recent history of their reform and available evidence on their effectiveness at reducing and detecting crime.

MPs will also have a say on any restrictions after the 2 Dec deadline

A Westminster Hall debate on protections for emergency services is scheduled for Wednesday 4 November 2020 at 4.30pm. The Member leading the debate is Matt Vickers MP.