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The Peelian Principles
Alongside the metropolitan police Sir Robert Peel introduced a set of rules to guide policing practices -
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Creation of the Metropolitan police
This marked the beginning of modern policing in the UK and, indeed, the world. The force was established in response to growing concerns over crime and social unrest in London, and it became the blueprint for police forces globally. -
The Establishment of the Provincial Police forces
After the invention of the London Metropolitan police other cities began starting their own police forces. -
The formation of the detective branch
the Metropolitan Police established a Detective Branch, which would later evolve into the Criminal Investigation Department -
The Establishment of County Police Forces
This law significantly expanded the reach of formal policing beyond just major cities, ensuring that rural areas had access to organized law enforcement. -
The Rise of Uniformed Policing
The use of uniforms helped establish the identity and authority of police officers. It also made them more visible to the public, reinforcing the idea that police were a formal institution to uphold law and order. -
The Development of Police Training
Though the training system wasn’t fully standardized until the 20th century, the late 1800s saw a move towards improving the competence of officers through better selection processes