Policy paper

Modern crime prevention strategy

The modern crime prevention strategy builds on new research, techniques and technology to update the way we think about crime prevention.

This was published under the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

Documents

Modern crime prevention strategy: March 2016

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Modern crime prevention pamphlet: March 2016

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The modern crime prevention strategy updates the way we think about crime prevention, aiming to build on the successes of the past while making the most of new research, techniques and technology.

The strategy sets out the evidence on the 6 drivers of crime:

  • opportunity
  • character
  • effectiveness of the criminal justice system
  • profit
  • drugs
  • alcohol

It also sets out what action the government, law enforcement, industry, voluntary sector and public themselves can take.

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Published 23 March 2016

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