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“It’s not because they’re Gypsy”: Practitioners perspectives of Gypsies, Travellers and Crime and Justice

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: In dominant public, political and media narratives of Gypsy and Traveller communities, they have often been associated with criminality, deviance, violence, idleness and reluctance to assimilate into settled society. A discourse of othering predicated on negative stereotypes further affect their marginalisation and social exclusion. This empirical article critically examines reflections on, and responses to, these dominant narratives among practitioners who have engaged with Gypsy and Travellers operationally and strategically, in relation to crime and criminal justice. We find evidence of compliance with dominant narratives which include perceptions that deny and minimise experiences of victimisation and racism, while also suggesting a predisposition to criminality and violence among Gypsy and Travellers.

Source: Criminology & Criminal Justice

DOI: 10.1177/17488958241300231

Authors: Raegan Booth, Kirsty Koral, Kitty Lymperopoulou

Institutions: London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Plymouth

Language: English

Topic: Romani and Gypsy Studies

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,450