UK Government Proposes New National Police Service Modeled on FBI
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Summary
The UK government plans to create a new National Police Service (NPS) modeled on the FBI to handle terrorism and organized crime, which Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls a 'British FBI.' The opposition Conservatives criticize the plan, arguing it would create forces that are too big. The NPS aims to allow local police to focus on issues like shoplifting and street robbery.
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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood described the NPS as a 'British FBI' and said it would alleviate the burden on local police forces, allowing them to concentrate on issues such as shoplifting and street robbery.
The opposition Conservatives' shadow Home secretary, Chris Philp, criticized the plan, saying it would create forces that would be too big.
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