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Public Order Public Safety — Authorised Professional Practice

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Summary

This section provides essential resources and guidance for police officers involved in managing public order and public safety operations. It includes links to various related topics such as legal frameworks, operational planning, and specialized units within policing. Officers can find dedicated guidance on developing policing plans, community engagement, safeguarding, intelligence gathering, and tactical options for diverse scenarios including protests and large-scale events. It directs officers to utilize the most current information available via the APP or through the Knowledge Hub.

Key principles

  • 1Access to current information and advice is critical for effective public order policing.
  • 2Engagement with communities is essential for building safety and trust.
  • 3Operational planners must be informed of legal frameworks and tactical options.
  • 4Collaboration with specialized units enhances operational effectiveness.
  • 5Clear command structures are necessary for managing public order incidents.

This is a brief, factual summary. The full APP guidance — including operational detail, statutory references and case studies — lives on the College of Policing website. APP is the authoritative source for UK policing practice.

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Source: College of Policing — Authorised Professional Practice · Crown copyright, licensed under Open Government Licence v3.0. Summary fetched 2026-06-27.