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Forward Intelligence Team in Edinburgh for the G8 in 2005. Neil Williams readies the camera while NI 666 (yes that's really his number) puts on his welcome to Scotland face for the tourists. The Scottish cops (in yellow) look suitably unhappy at being stuck with the Met.

Blackstone's Police Manuals, £15.00 each (post free) Because the Law is very complicated we suggest that if you're not a lawyer yourself you start with something written for the people who have most difficulty understanding the law- the Police. This four volume set covers the syllabus for the exams cops need to pass to be promoted. Fortunatly for us this means putting the law into as straight forward a form as possible. Fortunatly for them the exam is multiple choise. Volume 1 Crime As well as covering common crimes this volume deals with the legal components of crime, inchoate offences and general defences against criminal charges.

Volume 2 Evidence and Procedure This is the really boring one, and none are exactly thrillers, however this does cover what happens to you after arrest and details your rights in the police station so it's well worth knowing.

Volume 3 Road Policing Really of interest only to drivers but there are some things that affect pedestrians such as obstruction of the highway.

Volume 4 General Police Duties Probablly the most useful to activists this deals with police powers such as breech of the peace, stop and search and arrest. Most public order offences are covered here rather than in the crime volume and it has the full text of the Human Rights Act thrown in for free

Blackstone's Guide to the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act, £29.95

The Blackstone's Guide Series delivers concise and accessible books covering the latest legislative changes and amendments. Published within weeks of the Act, they offer expert commentary by leading names on the effects, extent and scope of the legislation, plus a full copy of the Act itself. They offer a cost-effective solution to key information needs and are the perfect companion for any practitioner needing to get up to speed with the latest changes. The Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 brings about a radical shake-up of the organisations and powers to fight major crime - most notably by creating the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA). SOCA brings together the National Crime Squad, the National Criminal Intelligence Service, and parts of the customs and immigration authorities; it will have approximately 5,000 civilian staff with powers to arrest and carry out their own investigations. The Act also overhauls the powers of the police officers contained in the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 - in particular by introducing new 'supergrass'provisions dealing with the use of informant evidence. The Act introduces new public order offences in relation to harassment and protest. Written by a team of expert practitioners in the area, this Guide comprehensively explains the scope and impact of the Act and highlights the radical changes to the law it makes including the civil liberties and human rights implications. It is structured in a clear and logical way, following the structure of the Act itself, and also contains a full copy of the Act. Synopsis The "Blackstone's Guide Series" delivers concise and accessible books covering the latest legislative changes and amendments. Published within weeks of the Act, they offer expert commentary by leading names on the effects, extent and scope of the legislation, plus a full copy of the Act itself. They offer a cost-effective solution to key information needs and are the perfect companion for any practitioner needing to get up to speed with the latest changes. The Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 brings about a radical shake-up of the organisations and powers to fight major crime - most notably by creating the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA). SOCA brings together the National Crime Squad, the National Criminal Intelligence Service, and parts of the customs and immigration authorities; it will have approximately 5,000 civilian staff with powers to arrest and carry out their own investigations. The Act also overhauls the powers of the police officers contained in the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 - in particular by introducing new 'supergrass' provisions dealing with the use of informant evidence. The Act introduces new public order offences in relation to harassment and protest. Written by a team of expert practitioners in the area, this Guide comprehensively explains the scope and impact of the Act and highlights the radical changes to the law it makes including the civil liberties and human rights implications. It is structured in a clear and logical way, following the structure of the Act itself, and also contains a full copy of the Act. Blackstone's Police Operational Handbook, Police National Legal Database & Frazer Sampson, £19.95 A pocket sized guide to common offences and police powers designed as a ready reference for cops on the beat but equally useful for anyone who doesn't want to be beaten by the cops.

Blackston's Police, Q&A Crime, Huw Smart, £11.95 Test yourself with questions from the police Sergeant and Inspector Part 1 promotion examinations. It's four option multiple choise preparing for a 150 qusetion 3 hour exam.

 
The New Penguin Guide to the Law, John Pritchard, £22.50 (postage 
free) Latest edition of the popular reference to everyday legal questions

 
Offences Against Public Order, A.T.H Smith, £95.00 Not yet published 
This work offers a systematic, in-depth analysis of all areas of law relating 
to public order. It examines all offences brought in by statute since the Public 
Order Act 1986 as well as the remaining common law offences. Providing a complete 
guide to the subject, it analyses the underlying legal principles and constitutional 
background as well as guiding readers through all procedural matters, the use 
of police powers, evidence issues and sentencing. It: draws together in one source 
all aspects of law and practice concerned with public order; explains the principles 
on which the law is based; examines the wide-ranging impact of the Human Rights 
Act 1998 in this area; covers all the offences individually - from riot and affray 
to picketing, harrassment, aggravated trespass, incitement to racial and religious 
hatred, and possession offences; and contains a chapter on Anti-Social Behaviour 
Orders. It is up to date with the latest offences such as glorifying terrorism. 
It clarifies police powers in this area, and deals with practice and procedure 
as well as the substantive law.

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