Dr Lawrence Newport

Dr. Lawrence Newport, a campaigner with Crush Crime, highlights alarming shortcomings in policing, especially concerning low-level crimes. He shares a personal story of police inaction after theft, emphasizing a broken system prioritizing minor offenses over serious crime. The discussion reveals the erosion of public trust in law enforcement and the challenges caused by government austerity measures. Newport advocates for reevaluating policing priorities and the urgent need for accountability to restore community safety and confidence.

Dr. Lawrence Newport, a legal academic and political commentator, dives into Britain's troubling decline. He discusses rising crime rates, including shoplifting epidemics, and critiques the inadequacies of policing and sentencing policies. Newport exposes how lenient sentencing for repeat offenders and political cowardice contribute to a growing sense of lawlessness. He calls for bold reforms to restore law and order, emphasizing the urgent need for effective governance to address systemic challenges and economic stagnation.

Dr. Lawrence Newport, head of the campaigning organization Crush Crime and co-founder of Looking for Growth, tackles the pressing issues within Britain’s criminal justice system. He reveals why most crimes go unpunished, emphasizing the underuse of forensic technology. Newport critiques class bias that downplays crime concerns and advocates for accountability and meaningful rehabilitation. He also discusses how public perception often clashes with political action, spotlighting the complexities of crime influenced by social class and gender.