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Stop and search being used as a "blunt tool" says IOPC

The IOPC lead on discrimination, Sal Naseem, has said that stop and search practice needs to be refined in order that the tactic is as effective as it can be.

Recruits enact a stop and search during a role play exercise at a London civic centre

Recruits enact a stop and search during a role play exercise at a London civic centre

Date - 20th April 2022
By - Cachella Smith
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The IOPC has today issued 18 recommendations on stop and search practice to try and ensure people from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds are not disproportionally affected by the tactic.  Speaking to Police Oracle, Sal Naseem...
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