Law and order
Information and updates on law and order
First computers for police on the beat
Police investigate a crime scene
Details of the Prime Minister's promise to give police on the beat hand-held computers to log crimes have been released.
- PM hails a "new era" for policing
- PM visits hi-tech HQ
- PM unveils security strategy
- Government to crack down on alcohol crime
The PM's views
"The first duty of the Government is the security of the people and as the police and security services have said on so many occasions we face a serious and continuous threat to our country.
"Terrorism can never be justified as an act of faith - it is an act of evil in all circumstances."
Brave police officers thanked by PM
Read about and watch a film of the reception held in Downing Street for Police Federation Bravery Award nominees.
Live webchat with Jacqui Smith
Read a transcript of the Home Secretary's webchat on crime and security.
PM outlines his security strategy
New measures to increase national security and help defeat terrorism.
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