Publication Type
Journal Article
Version
acceptedVersion
Publication Date
7-2008
Abstract
In recent years we have seen the emergence of a "new securocracy," a generalization of responsibility for fighting terror within the public sector. Here we consider the nature and extent of this securocratic shift. In particular, the identity implications for the public sector worker are explored and we contend that there is an inherent tension between "serving" and "policing" the public in many public sector jobs. We also discuss the way in which a securocratic identity is simultaneously embraced and resisted. Finally, we present some tentative insights into an alternative way of thinking about identity work, which offers a means of extending conventional interpretations.
Keywords
Public sector workers, Identity, Securocracy
Discipline
Business | Defense and Security Studies
Research Areas
Strategy and Organisation
Publication
International Journal of Public Administration
Volume
31
Issue
9
First Page
1024
Last Page
1036
ISSN
0190-0692
Identifier
10.1080/01900690801924033
Publisher
Taylor & Francis (Routledge): SSH Titles
Citation
OSWICK, Cliff; HARNEY, Stephen Matthias; and HANLON, Gerard.
The new securocracy and the "police concept" of public sector worker identity. (2008). International Journal of Public Administration. 31, (9), 1024-1036.
Available at: https://ink.library.smu.edu.sg/lkcsb_research/5608
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Creative Commons License
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Additional URL
https://doi.org/10.1080/01900690801924033