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apr 1, 1923 - Female Officers Granted Arrest Powers

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In a landmark shift, women are officially given full policing powers, including the ability to make arrests. This marks the beginning of a long journey toward gender equality in UK policing, though female officers still face barriers to promotions and equal pay for decades to come.

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apr 1, 1923
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~ 103 years ago