{"title":"Matt Foot","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the thought-provoking works of Matt Foot, a compelling voice in the realm of \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. His insightful analyses and engaging writing style have made him a notable author in understanding the intricacies of social justice and legal reform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eCharged\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the complexities of the criminal justice system, offering readers a critical look at the experiences of those entangled within it. Through meticulous research and real-life stories, Foot sheds light on the pressing need for reform, challenging readers to question the status quo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student of law, a policy maker, or simply interested in the mechanics of power and justice, Matt Foot’s books provide an invaluable resource for better understanding contemporary socio-political issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection to find works that not only inform but also inspire change and broaden perspectives regarding the pressing issues of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"charged-by-matt-foot-9781839762499","title":"Charged","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharged\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential investigation into the role of policing protest in Britain today. As the UK governments try to suppress all forms of dissent in their pursuit of more control, how do the police manage crowds, provoke violence, and even break the law?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book tells the conflicted history of the relationship between the police and protesters. The landscape of how police deal with protest changed following criticism of the police during the 1981 Brixton riots. New military-style tactics were sanctioned by the Thatcher government, in secret. Over the next forty years, those protesting against racism, unfair job losses, draconian laws, or for environmental protection were subject to brutal tactics. In the aftermath, media attention denigrates protesters while the police are praised and continue to act with impunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking through these moments of conflict widens our understanding of policing public order to reveal the true character of the state. Since the 1980s, successive governments, from Thatcher to Johnson, have covertly plotted to suppress protests, using standardised aggressive tactics — from batons to horse charges to kettling. Through undisclosed documents and eyewitness accounts, the authors reveal organised police violence against miners at Orgreave, print workers at Warrington, anti-poll tax campaigners, student protesters, and Black Lives Matter. The voices of protesters, however, have been undeterred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848624984300,"sku":"9781839762499","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/524023482843.jpg?v=1758994893"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/matt-foot.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}