LancsGordoRoad
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Completely understand your position Nobby and I agree with what you say. I'd place one tiny caveat regarding the very last bit
" it saddens me that the police no longer feel they can display pride in their job but instead try to endear themselves with everyone else. "
I accept that from you as read because I've seen enough of your thinking and approach to know it's straightforward and honest. I have heard similar words used by people I trust less and felt uneasy because I sensed a possible hidden agenda.
Jogills, I believe you`ll find more than a few who feel there`s an agenda by some of those at the top of Kent Police to maximise their profile. Especially pertaining to their community drapery/fabric. Reason being that when Dame Cressida departs the Met there are certain people in Kent who fancy their chances of sitting at her desk. Competing priorities sometimes upset the apple cart.