What is the job of the police in the UK, and who supports police officers by patrolling the streets and working with the public?

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To protect life and property, prevent disturbances, and prevent and detect crime; supported by police community support officers (PCSOs). The job of the police in the UK is to protect life and property, prevent disturbances (keeping the peace), and prevent and detect crime. Police officers are supported by police community support officers (PCSOs), who typically patrol the streets, work with the public, and support police officers at crime scenes and major events.

What is the job of the police in the UK, and who supports police officers by patrolling the streets and working with the public?

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