Habib Kadiri Explores the Impact of Stop-and-Search
In a recent turn of events, Cable reporter Sean Morrison found himself in a unique position while attending a presentation to the officers of Avon and Somerset Police. The topic of discussion? Stop-and-search powers. This occurred just a few months after the force’s chief constable Sarah Crew made a public statement, declaring the organization as institutionally racist.
Despite the serious nature of the subject matter, Sean noted that the atmosphere in the room was unexpectedly light. This stark contrast to the traumatic experiences shared by young individuals regarding stop-and-search left Sean feeling agitated. This experience prompted a deeper dive into the significance of stop-and-search powers and their impact on communities.
Introducing Habib Kadiri and StopWatch
Enter Habib Kadiri, the executive director of StopWatch, a charity dedicated to shedding light on stop-and-search practices. StopWatch actively campaigns against the overpolicing of marginalized communities, a topic that has been at the forefront of recent discussions at The Cable through their ‘No To Section 60’ series.
In light of the controversial nature of police powers, why does stop-and-search stand out as a vital issue? What rights do individuals have if they find themselves subjected to such actions? Can communities affected by stop-and-search take steps to resist these practices?
Exploring the Podcast ‘People Just Do Something’
Join Sean and the regular host Isaac Kneebone-Hopkins on an enlightening journey through these pressing questions and more on the Cable’s podcast, ‘People Just Do Something.’ As the first season of this thought-provoking podcast draws to a close, don’t miss the upcoming episode featuring Isaac and co-host Priyanka as they wrap up the season and prepare for future installments.
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