Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Justice Studies
Learning Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Workshop
Module Offerings
7156PS-SEP-MTP
Aims
The aim of the module is to examine legal, professional and political aspects of the governance structures that ensure an accountable police service and law enforcement sector.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Analyse historical and political philosophies that have shaped police and law enforcement accountability and governance
2.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the legal and political framework of police and law enforcement governance and accountability at national and local level
3.
Identify. compare and contrast models of police and law enforcement accountability and governance
4.
Critically explore the 'Politicisation' debate
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Governance and accountability landscape
Her Majesty’s Inspectors of Constabulary, Fire and Rescue Services
Police and Crime Commissioners
Operational Governance and Accountability Legislation/Authorities
Independent Office for Police Conduct
Governmental accountability/tri-partite relationship
Public enquires/Judicial review/Select committees
Module Overview:
The aim of the module is to examine legal, professional and political aspects of the governance structures that ensure an accountable police service and law enforcement sector. It explores emerging debates relating to governance and accountability in law enforcement and how this discourse impacts on practice within operational spheres.
The aim of the module is to examine legal, professional and political aspects of the governance structures that ensure an accountable police service and law enforcement sector. It explores emerging debates relating to governance and accountability in law enforcement and how this discourse impacts on practice within operational spheres.
Additional Information:This module explores emerging debates relating to governance and accountability in law enforcement and how this discourse impacts on practice within operational spheres.
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