left realism policies Flashcards
(8 cards)
what are the 3 main left realism policies?
policies to reduce inequality
democratic policing
multi agency approach/new labour policies
explain policies to reduce inequality:
left realists call for major structural changes to tackle discrimination, inequality of opportunity & unfairness of rewards and provide a good job & housing for all
this would reduce relative deprivation (main cause of crime)
explain democratic policing:
police are losing public support especially in poorer areas
crime is not tackled effectively as information dries up and they have to rely on stop and searches
to win back public support the police must involve local communities in deciding their priorities
explain a multi agency approach:
crime control must involve other agencies apart from the police e.g schools, youth services, social services and NHS
local councils can improve facilities for young people to provide alternatives to crime
explain new labour policies:
some policies of left realists reflect approach of new labour government 1997-2010
e.g labour invested in improvements to deprived neighbourhoods through ‘communities that care’ programme- an example of being tough on the causes of crime
are left realist policies effective?
democratic policing
evident with the use of Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) who were introduced to build better relationships between communities and law enforcement
are left realist policies effective?
multi agency approach
campaigns for change more likely to be effective if a mutli agency approach is taken
‘No Knives Better Lives’ is an example of a campaign that has been led by multiple agencies such as NHS, police, councils and others
are left realist policies effective?
criticisms
although these policies help communities and areas of deprivation to be heard, they do not always help with inequality of money, job opportunities or health
