Publisher's Synopsis
The Beat Officer's Companion has set the standard for UK police books for over 25 years. Designed to aid the recall and interpretation of the growing amount of legislation on which UK police officers must base their decisions, this pocket-sized book is the leading practical guide for operational officers. This edition includes: Amendments made to the Police and Justice Act 2006. Legislation changes made under the Computer Misuse Act 1990. Amendments made to the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008. New provisions made under the Serious Crime Act 2007. Changes brought into force by the Counter Terrorism Act 2008. Revisions made to policing Codes of Practice. A chronological table of legislation which lists all laws, regulations and orders referred to in the book.