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Police in England and Wales are being given greater stop and search powers, making it easier for them to use “Section 60” powers, where for a limited time they can stop and search anyone in an area if they believe there is a risk of violence. Do you approve or disapprove of police being given greater powers around this? Published on 1 April 2019 → Survey conducted on 1 April 2019 on 6247 GB adults
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