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Leroy Logan is a former superintendent in the Metropolitan Police and a founding member of the Black Police Association Charitable Trust.

In Closing Ranks, Leroy describes his 30 eventful years policing around London. This revealing book is a vital lesson in race relations for modern-day Britain, a manifesto for anyone with a desire to mentor young people, and was the inspiration for Steve McQueen’s recent highly-acclaimed film Red, White and Blue.

Revd Natasha Beckles is a curate, educator, organisational culture and leadership consultant, and an independent adoption-fostering panelist. She has been licensed by the Bishop of Edmonton to consider youth ministry and contextual safeguarding practice.

Though the family and civil society have their own responsibilities for the common good, there is, of course, a role for the state.

The appropriate role for the state is contested even amongst those who are dedicated to the promotion of the common good. Some argue for a strong, centralised state that guides the economy and explicitly supports civil society and the family. Meanwhile, others prefer a decentralised model, rooted in the renewal of place, and in the revitalising of local and regional institutions. Others believe that only a more hands-off approach will allow civil society and the family the room, freedom and resources to flourish.

Our final panel in the series will investigate the role of government in promoting the common good – from ideas to action.