What policies and interventions are most effective (for whom and in what circumstances) at reducing risk and enhancing protection from crime victimisation and /or offending? At which stages in an individual's life are interventions most effective?
Background
The Scottish Government’s Vision for Justice aims to address the underlying causes of crime and create a society in which people feel, and are, safer in their communities. As such, Justice Analytical Services have identified the theme ‘Crime, Prevention & Specific Crime Types’ as a research priority. Robust research on crime and its various dimensions as well as prevention strategies will inform work towards these aims.
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University Consortium for Evidence-Based Crime Reduction
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Home Office / ADR UK Feasibility Study Lead Academic
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Why might this be relevant?
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The Islington Crime Survey: Thirty Years On
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Why might this be relevant?
The project provides insights into trends in crime and victimization in an inner city area over thirty years, which partially addresses the question's focus on effective interventions and risk reduction.