Role
Most PCSOs work within a Safer Neighbourhood (SNT) or Neighbourhood Policing team (NPT) as they are also known which contains PCSOs, special constables and beat managers (police constables) all headed by a neighbourhood sergeant and/or inspector. Day-to-day duties usually include high visibility patrolling, tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB), dealing with minor offences, gathering criminal intelligence and supporting front-line policing. The Home Office have specifically limited the powers designated to PCSOs to maintain the distinction between them and police officers. Some PCSOs are attached to Road Policing Units, and British Transport Police PCSOs are deployed as part of station teams. As with many aspects of PCSOs, the specifics of each job description vary depending on the relevant force.
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