Police powers: Protests
An overview of the relevant legislation, guidance and debates concerning the policing of protests.
Documents to download
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Serious Organised Crime and Police Bill (Bill 5 of 2004/05) (250 KB , PDF)
The Serious Organised Crime and Police Bill – the new Agency; and new powers in criminal proceedings. (Bill 6 of 2004/05). House of Commons Library Research Paper 04/88.
Documents to download
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Serious Organised Crime and Police Bill (Bill 5 of 2004/05) (250 KB , PDF)
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