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English and Welsh Police Law Explained
Steven Barber
Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 55

A Podcast where we investigate specific English and Welsh criminal legislation.
We undertake research to define the laws, discuss case studies, and provide real life examples, so that you don't have to.
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Where Can't I Smoke?
mardi 11 novembre 2025 • Duration 09:18
In today's episode we are explaining legislation on smoking in smoke free places under section 7 of the Health Act 2006 including definitions and some real life examples.
At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
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Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2006/28/section/7
Nuisance on NHS Premises. Yes it's a Criminal Offence.
mardi 4 novembre 2025 • Duration 11:16
In today's episode we are explaining legislation on causing a nuisance or disturbance on an NHS premises was created under sections 119 and 120 of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008, including definitions and some real life examples.
At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
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Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2008/4/contents
Crossing the Threshold: Police Powers of Entry (Section 17 PACE 1984)
mardi 2 septembre 2025 • Duration 12:32
In today's episode we are explaining police entry powers under section 17 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE), and the extent of searches thereafter. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions around use of force powers.
The legislation can be viewed at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/17
If you're looking for a podcast for a specific legislation look here: https://eawple.blogspot.com/p/legislation-episode-finder.html
What are the rules on police searching after arrest? ((Inside and outside of police custody) 18, 32, 54, and 55 PACE 1984)
lundi 25 août 2025 • Duration 17:14
In today's episode we are explaining police search powers after arrest, including sections 18, 32, 54, and 55 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE). At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions around use of force powers.
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The legislation can be viewed at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/18
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/32
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/54
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/55
Defending Yourself, How Much Force is Legal and Reasonable?
mardi 19 août 2025 • Duration 24:32
In today's episode we are explaining use of force powers, including Common Law, Section 3 of the Criminal Law Act 1967, Section 117 Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and Sections 76-78 of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions around use of force powers.
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The legislation can be viewed at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2008/4/section/76
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1967/58/section/3
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/117
Can you Steal a Service? (Section 3 Theft Act 1978)
mardi 12 août 2025 • Duration 10:22
In today's episode we are explaining the Offence of Making Off Without Payment under section 3 Theft Act 1978. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
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The legislation can be viewed at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1978/31
You do not have to say anything, but it may... What does this actually mean?
mardi 5 août 2025 • Duration 23:14
In today's episode we are explaining the Police Questioning Caution, as stated in Code C of the Police Codes of Practice. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
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The Police Codes of Practice can be viewed at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/police-and-criminal-evidence-act-1984-pace-codes-of-practice
Can You Attempt an Impossible Crime? (Section 1 Criminal Attempts Act 1981)
mardi 29 juillet 2025 • Duration 09:26
In today's episode we are explaining how crimes can be committed from attempting to commit an offence, under the Criminal Attempts Act 1981. We explain the definition, how far an attempts need to go before they cross over into a crime, and provide some real life examples and case studies of criminal attempts. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
Our Blog: Please visit our blog page at eawple.blogspot.com
Today's legislation can be found at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1981/47/section/1
Helpful resources can be found at:
https://www.lawteacher.net/cases/r-v-shivpuri.php
https://www.lawteacher.net/cases/r-v-campbell.php
When can the Police Stop and Search for Drugs? (Sec 23 Misuse of Drugs Act 1971)
mardi 22 juillet 2025 • Duration 23:04
In today's episode we are explaining police search powers under section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. We explain the definition, where searches can take place, and provide some real life examples of information that must be given to those searched. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
Our Blog: Please visit our blog page at eawple.blogspot.com
Today's legislation can be found at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/38/contents
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/police-and-criminal-evidence-act-1984-pace-codes-of-practice
How Disorderly Can I Be, When Drunk? (Section 91 Criminal Justice Act 1967)
mardi 15 juillet 2025 • Duration 10:22
In today's episode we are explaining the offence of being drunk and disorderly under Section 91 of the Criminal Justice Act 1967. We explain the definition, relevant case studies, and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.
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Today's alcohol offences legislation can be found at:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1967/80/section/91
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/Edw7/2/28
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1997/33/section/1
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2009/26/section/30









