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We British like to think of ourselves as a moderate people, and most of us believe that our police are equally measured and sensible. Thank God, we say, that we don’t suffer the heavy-handed policing which is the bane of European countries. Not for us armed coppers who are wont to bash you over the … Read more
The chief constable of Derbyshire Police says his force did not go too far enforcing the lockdown after officers used drones to stalk hill walkers and died a lagoon black. Peter Goodman said his force were just trying to protect the public by deterring visitors at the beauty spot and hit back at criticism of … Read more
Senior counter-terror officer Neil Basu has warned police against ‘overzealous’ enforcing of coronavirus lockdown, saying their conduct will be remembered for generations after peers slammed the shaming of walkers with drones. Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu demanded that officers maintain the British tradition of ‘policing by consent’ as he emphasised the importance of earning the trust … Read more