Victimisation and insecurity in Europe : a review of surveys and their use / Rene Zauberman (editor) ; contributions from Mike Hough [eight others] ; editorial board, J. Christiaens [and five others].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Zauberman, Renée.

Hough, Mike.

Christiaens, J.

CRIMPREV (Programme)

Series:

Criminologische studies.

Criminological Studies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Victims of crimes--Europe, Western.

Victims of crimes.

Victims of crimes surveys--Europe, Western.

Victims of crimes surveys.

Criminal statistics--Europe, Western.

Criminal statistics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (170 p.)

Place of Publication:

Brussels, Belgium : VUBPress, 2008.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Comparing the various practices that measure and study crime throughout Europe, this study on victimization and insecurity surveys the successes and shortcomings of different practice zones in Europe. Combining data from the Netherlands, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal, this useful collection provides valuable information for public policy and crime prevention. A better understanding of crime and its patterns throughout Europe is also made evident. Identifying the effective as well as the ineffective practices implemented throughout Europe, this compilation will enlighten public policymakers as well as the general public.

Contents:

""Front ""; ""Contents""; ""Surveys on victimisation and insecurity in Europe""; ""Crime victims and insecurity surveys in Belgium and the Netherlands""; ""Research on victimisation and insecurity in Britain""; ""Research on victimisation and insecurity in France""; ""Crime victims and insecurity surveys in Germany""; ""Research on victimisation and insecurity in Italy""; ""Victimisation surveys in Spain and Portugal""; ""On the authors""

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters.

Description based on print version record.

OCLC:

922966376