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Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

British Crime Survey, 2002-2003

Variable Details

Variablepoltask1
LabelMost important thing police are asked to do
Responses
1 A. Giving crime prevention advice 107
2 B. Responding to emergency calls 1740
3 C. Detecting and arresting offenders 1356
4 D. Patrolling on foot 812
5 E. Patrolling in cars 76
6 F. Providing help and support to victims of crime 93
7 G. Using CCTV to monitor public areas 58
8 H. Policing traffic 7
9 I. Working with schools and young people 193
99 33
Sysmiss 32004
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationBritish Crime Survey, 2002-2003
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