TY - JOUR PY - 1981// TI - The British police and terrorism JO - Terrorism A1 - Gregory, F. E. C. SP - 107 EP - 123 VL - 5 IS - 1-2 N2 - The police response to terrorism in England, Wales, and Scotland is considered with special emphasis on the necessity for good policeāpublic relations in a democratic state. Legal and organizational developments related to preventing terrorism are evaluated by reference to the traditional view of the police and the police functions in Britain. The idea of a "third force" and the role of the Army in support of the police are also considered. The conclusions lay stress on the complexities of countering terrorism in a democracy.
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