TRIGGERnometry Are the Police Losing Public Confidence? - Chris Donaldson
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Oct 9, 2024 
Chris Donaldson, a retired police officer with over 30 years of experience in London, shares insights into the shifting dynamics between police and communities. He discusses the impact of social media scrutiny on public trust and police strategies. The conversation also delves into the role of female officers and the challenges they face, alongside a look at policing in Brazil compared to the UK. Donaldson examines the future of armed policing, emphasizing the need for better training amid rising safety concerns.
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Two-Tier Policing
- Two-tier policing is a criticism of inconsistent police responses to different groups.
- This can stem from varied resources, experience levels, and on-the-ground decision-making.
American Influence on UK Policing Perception
- British policing is unfairly judged by American standards.
- This is influenced by media portrayals and the lack of reciprocal criticism.
Shifting Perceptions of Over-Policing
- The pendulum has swung from minority communities feeling overpoliced to some in the white community feeling unfairly treated.
- This is a no-win situation for the police, who are constantly trying to balance the scales of law enforcement and the needs and expectations of all the communities within their jurisdiction.