Safer Communities: Volume 4 Issue 4

Editorial

Binge drinking: the latest moral panic?

‘Binge drinking’ has been the subject of national concern and there are an increasing number of government initiatives to tackle it. The publicity and hyperbole that it receives…

Reducing misery and saving money ‐ how partners can make a difference in reducing the incidence of young runaways

This article describes a practice initiative to reduce the incidence of young people running away from home or care. Such individuals are at risk of exploitation, offending and…

Community safety in practice ‐ key issues for the Every Child Matters agenda

Every Child Matters: Change for Children was published by the Government in December 2004. To consider how the Every Child Matters agenda will affect community safety, two…

Gate expectations: initial findings from a crime and disorder prevention initiative

The installation of gates to prevent access to alleys has become a common initiative to prevent burglary offences. This article outlines the findings of consultation with…

No boundaries ‐ the anti‐social behaviour industry and young people

Anti‐social behaviour legislation has resulted in a growth of the administrative mechanisms to enforce it. New guidance has been issued recommending an incremental approach and…

The substance of crime: the use of crime science in the reduction of alcohol and drug‐related crime

Current criminological theory and the Government's focus on ‘community safety’ and ‘crime and disorder reduction’ has led to the creation of a new discipline, or at least a new…

Improving Prospects: an innovative police programme providing training for the long‐term unemployed

This article describes a training scheme designed for the long‐term unemployed and administered by a police force with funding from external sources. 30% of the recipients have…

Averting Aggression: Safe Work in Services for Adolescents and Young Addults [2nd Edition]

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