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Learn how policing in Britain progressed from the 1830s onwards, with the establishment of local police forces, amalgamation into the Metropolitan Police, and the introduction of detectives and police helmets by the late 1800s.
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How did Policing develop in Britain after 1829? • 1835: New Law said towns could set up their own police forces • 1839: A new law said counties could set up their own police forces. The Bow Street Runners and other forces in London were amalgamated into the Metropolitan Police. • 1842: Metropolitan Police set up the first detective force • 1856: It became compulsory for all towns and counties to set up Police forces • 1870: Police Helmets were introduced • 1884: 39,000 Police in Britain