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The Use of Anti-Social Behaviour Powers with Vulnerable Groups: Some Recent Research

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  09 December 2009

Gary Manders
Gary Manders*
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School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham E-mail: GMM648@bham.ac.uk
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Abstract

Research into the application of the ASB powers to various ‘vulnerable’ sections of society is under-developed. This review article discusses recent published research concerning a number of different groups, highlights key emerging themes and identifies some of the research gaps.

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Social Policy and Society , Volume 9 , Issue 1 , January 2010 , pp. 145 - 153
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2009

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