Youth, Policing and Democracy
“Youth, Policing and Democracy” by I. Loader, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK on March 17, 1996, explores the complex dynamics between police and young people. This 198-page book delves into the role of communication in these often troubled relationships, offering a critical perspective on managerialism in policing. Loader critiques existing frameworks and proposes an alternative approach grounded in critical theory, aiming to enhance understanding of the interactions between youth and law enforcement.
Readers will find a thorough examination of recent research involving young people and police officers, as Loader articulates the concept of ‘discursive policing’ as a means to foster better relations and increase democratic accountability within the police force. The book engages with themes from social science, sociology, and political science, providing insights into urban criminology and ethnic studies. Through this analysis, Loader presents a thought-provoking discourse on how communication can reshape the landscape of policing and youth engagement.
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This book is concerned with the place of communication in the troubled relations between the police and young people. Ian Loader presents a forceful critique of managerialism and, from the perspective of critical theory, outlines an alternative way of thinking about policing. This is then employed to make sense of recent research with young people and police officers. Loader concludes by suggesting how a principle of ‘discursive policing’ can improve police-youth relations and make the police more democratically accountable.
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