Publication

This paper examines racism, xenophobia, discrimination, intolerance and the abuse of power in policing. The paper is based upon a critical analysis of research on selected police forces in England, South Africa, Australia and the US. It sets out a framework, founded upon international legal instruments relating to anti-discrimination policy and the governance of policing, for protecting fundamental human rights, including safety, liberty and freedom from unlawful intrusion by the state. The paper reviews research on the control of abusive policing, explores innovations in personnel management and recommends the introduction of mechanisms to achieve democratic accountability.