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Why children are sent to custody, what it's like, visiting, advice and support
Anyone under 18 who is sentenced to custody is sent to a secure centre for…
The child is interviewed by the reception officer as soon as they arrive.…
Time in custody is spent: in education learning skills to get a job or to…
You must arrange your visit first. Contact the secure centre to find out…
For advice or support, a child can speak to a member of staff, for…
Advocacy services are run by children’s charities and are confidential. A…
The Howard League might be able to offer legal advice and help to children…
Contact your police and crime commissioner (PCC) to make a suggestion on how your local area is policed or complain about your PCC.
How the Thames Barrier works, and when it is scheduled to close.
Tom Winsor conducted an independent review of police officer and staff remuneration and conditions, published March 2011.
The police can stop and question you at any time - they can search you depending on the situation.
Police community support officers (PCSOs) and special constables - roles, powers and how they differ
The police have to follow strict rules if you're arrested, questioned or charged with a crime - you can get legal advice at a police station
If you've been the victim of a crime, you have the right to privacy, to make a personal statement and to contact the police and be kept informed about the investigation.
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