Fair Cop: A Century Of British Policewomen

Overview

With 2015 marking the 100th anniversary of the first British policewoman being given the power of arrest, this film takes us through the remarkable history of 100 years of Britain's female police force. It explores the individual careers and ambitions of women police officers who, through their bravery and guile, were determined to succeed in a profession that never wanted them. It is a story about ingenuity and determination as well as law and order. A Fair Cop is a hidden history of our society, depicting a battle of the sexes that masked a battle for power.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 16, 2015

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

BBC Four,If Not Us Films

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded