Well, apparently it does. London's Metropolitan Police force has decided to use London's crime data in a way which is tangibly beneficial to Londoners, tourists; any interested party really. But this is more than just another government website. The subject matter is crime, always a political hot-potato, and increasing visibility of badly performing areas should (and this is a good thing) increase pressure on local government to tackle localised issues, reducing their ability to hide behind the banner of London. It has been known for some time, that small pockets within a metropolis are responsible for much of its crime.
For a body such as the Met Police service, this is a refreshingly 'balls-in-the-wind' attitude to take, but one which can only serve to benefit communities, and may even improve police/community relations with the increased open-ness.
Some might consider this to be another token political gesture. I hope it's a sign of the future.
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