The hardest words: What does institutional racism mean, and why is it so difficult for some to say it?

31st May 2022Dr Carina O'Reilly - Academic Editor, Policing Insight 2 Comments

The concept of ‘institutional racism’, particularly in relation to UK policing, has been a controversial one for many years, with conflicting views on both the definition itself, and how the service should tackle the issue; Policing Insight Academic Editor Carina O’Reilly explores the implications of institutional racism, why some are so reluctant to acknowledge its existence, and how the new NPCC Police Race Action Plan could herald significant changes.

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