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Police engagement is a necessity not a luxury, helping to prevent crimes from ASB to terrorism

SUBSCRIBE 13th November 2023David Knowles, Lecturer in Policing, University of Portsmouth
Approaches and initiatives that improve police engagement with communities are acknowledged by many in policing as delivering real and long-term benefits, but when it comes to resourcing, are often regarded as ‘nice to haves’ rather than necessary; however, University of Portsmouth Policing Lecturer David Knowles – a specialist in engagement during his 30-year policing career – argues that such engagement is essential in building trust and confidence as well as tackling all levels of crime.

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