The debate over one-up patrols has stirred strong views across policing circles, with current and former members weighing in on what the proposal really means for safety, visibility, and frontline effectiveness. Far from a blanket rule, the article argues that the Chief Commissioner’s opt-in approach deserves a closer look, particularly where discretion, supervision, and smarter deployment of resources can improve outcomes for both members and the community.
In this follow-up piece, we unpack why patrol models that have changed little in decades need serious review, and how one-up patrols, when properly managed, could expand visible police presence without placing members in unnecessary danger.
Read the full article at https://caainc.org.au/