ABSTRACT
Chief Superintendent Andrew Pratt examines the development of community policing and its role in combating terrorism in the UK. British policing used to combat terrorism arising out of the political conflict in Northern Ireland was unprepared for the very different style of terrorism of Islamic extremists. Reflecting on his experience working with the Asian community in Blackburn, CS Pratt reveals how his initiatives arising from his commitment as a Christian evolved new forms of community policing. He challenges Church and society to engage with cultural difference. Alistair Ross who conducted the interview adds some further theological reflection on these complex issues.
