Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Justice Studies

Learning Methods

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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.
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.

Assessments

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