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Professor Clifford Stott is a world-renowned expert in the psychology of crowd behaviour, with over two decades of pioneering research that has shaped international understanding and practice. Holding a PhD in Social Psychology, Professor Stott is a respected academic whose work has been instrumental in redefining how authorities approach crowd dynamics and public order. He has advised police forces and governments around the world, contributing to major reforms in crowd management strategies—most notably in relation to football policing, protest events, and public disorder. His evidence-based approach highlights the social identity processes that underpin crowd conflict, helping shift perspectives from outdated models of crowd irrationality to informed, preventative frameworks. At SHR Ltd, his insight continues to drive innovation and accountability in public safety and security policy
Professor Clifford Stott is a world-renowned expert in the psychology of crowd behaviour, with over two decades of pioneering research that has shaped international understanding and practice. Holding a PhD in Social Psychology, Professor Stott is a respected academic whose work has been instrumental in redefining how authorities approach crowd dynamics and public order. He has advised police forces and governments around the world, contributing to major reforms in crowd management strategies—most notably in relation to football policing, protest events, and public disorder. His evidence-based approach highlights the social identity processes that underpin crowd conflict, helping shift perspectives from outdated models of crowd irrationality to informed, preventative frameworks. At SHR Ltd, his insight continues to drive innovation and accountability in public safety and security policy
With 33 years of military and police service, Dr Mike Hope brings an exceptional blend of frontline expertise and academic rigour to SHR Ltd. With a distinguished career in UK policing, Mike gained unparalleled operational experience in managing complex crowd dynamics at high-risk event having worked extensively across the UK as both a public order commander and specialist Football Officer. Working in public order and firearms command roles provided Mike with a wealth of experience in operational decision-making, inter-agency coordination in high-pressure environments, high-stakes decision-making, rapid risk assessment, and leading teams in dynamic, time-pressured environments. Following his retirement from active service, he completed a PhD on evidence-based practice in UK policing which encompassed approaches to public order policing, positioning him at the forefront of contemporary crowd management thinking. As both a practitioner and scholar, Mike has played a pivotal role in shaping progressive policing strategies across the UK, as well as having involvement in policing projects in Europe and the USA. His work bridges theory and practice, championing an approach that prioritises legitimacy, accountability, and the prevention of conflict through deep understanding of social identity and crowd psychology
With 33 years of military and police service, Dr Mike Hope brings an exceptional blend of frontline expertise and academic rigour to SHR Ltd. With a distinguished career in UK policing, Mike gained unparalleled operational experience in managing complex crowd dynamics at high-risk event having worked extensively across the UK as both a public order commander and specialist Football Officer. Working in public order and firearms command roles provided Mike with a wealth of experience in operational decision-making, inter-agency coordination in high-pressure environments, high-stakes decision-making, rapid risk assessment, and leading teams in dynamic, time-pressured environments. Following his retirement from active service, he completed a PhD on evidence-based practice in UK policing which encompassed approaches to public order policing, positioning him at the forefront of contemporary crowd management thinking. As both a practitioner and scholar, Mike has played a pivotal role in shaping progressive policing strategies across the UK, as well as having involvement in policing projects in Europe and the USA. His work bridges theory and practice, championing an approach that prioritises legitimacy, accountability, and the prevention of conflict through deep understanding of social identity and crowd psychology
Adam Robson is a Crowd Management Specialist with over 15 years of frontline experience spanning more than 600 events across sport, music, and public gatherings. As a dedicated Football Police Officer for Hampshire Constabulary, Adam played a pivotal role in shaping national best practices for public safety at football events, pioneering innovative and cost-effective crowd strategies. He holds a Master’s degree in Crowd Science and Risk Management, a BSc in Criminology, and a PGCE, demonstrating his academic rigour and commitment to continued learning. Adam’s consultancy work has seen him lead crowd operations at some of the world’s most complex events—including Glastonbury, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Roskilde Festival, and Brighton Pride — while his role as a senior trainer with Square Metre Group places him at the forefront of professional education in crowd safety. Adam brings an unmatched combination of practical expertise, academic grounding, and strategic insight to drive forward evidence-based approaches to crowd management.
Adam Robson is a Crowd Management Specialist with over 15 years of frontline experience spanning more than 600 events across sport, music, and public gatherings. As a dedicated Football Police Officer for Hampshire Constabulary, Adam played a pivotal role in shaping national best practices for public safety at football events, pioneering innovative and cost-effective crowd strategies. He holds a Master’s degree in Crowd Science and Risk Management, a BSc in Criminology, and a PGCE, demonstrating his academic rigour and commitment to continued learning. Adam’s consultancy work has seen him lead crowd operations at some of the world’s most complex events—including Glastonbury, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Roskilde Festival, and Brighton Pride — while his role as a senior trainer with Square Metre Group places him at the forefront of professional education in crowd safety. Adam brings an unmatched combination of practical expertise, academic grounding, and strategic insight to drive forward evidence-based approaches to crowd management.