Lesson 20: Robert peels impact on police and punshiments

• What years does Lesson 22 cover regarding Robert Peel's influence?

  1700-1900
• What is one of Robert Peel's basic facts?

  He influenced the police and penal system
• What were Robert Peel's strengths in relation to policing?

  • Established the Metropolitan Police
  • Focused on community relations
  • Advocated for professional standards
• In which decade did Peel implement significant changes to policing?

  1820s
• What is the key law associated with Robert Peel in 1823?

  Peel's 1823-GAGS Act
• What was the purpose of the 9 rules set up for police recruits?

  To reassure the public about policing
• Why is forming a positive relationship with the public important for police?

  It is essential for effective policing
• What is one guideline for police regarding their authority?

  Police will not overstep their authority
• What should be the last resort for police officers?

  Using force
• What items were police officers allowed to carry?

  Truncheon, handcuffs, wooden rattle
• What was the public's initial attitude towards the Metropolitan Police?

  There was a hostile attitude
• What did newspaper cartoons criticize about police officers?

  They mocked poor training and behavior
• How many officers were signed up initially, and how many stayed for over a year?

  2,800 signed up, 600 stayed
• What were some public concerns regarding the police?

  Police resembling the army and increased taxes
• What event in 1826 highlighted the need for a police force?

  An economic downturn and crime wave
• When were the first Metropolitan Police officers appointed?

  September 1829
• What were the main reasons Peel formed the Metropolitan Police in 1829?

  • Economic downturn increased poverty
  • Crime wave and rioting occurred
  • Need for a structured police force