Post the Paris atrocities, I continue to question the police on hate crimes and security for Mosques and Synagogues. See also letter to editors after Paris tragedy. We still have to see the final police budget for next year on which will see decisions taken in February, but it looks almost certain that we will see the merger of boroughs, […]
Read moreDear editor, Your coverage of Conservative candidate Mr Goldsmith’s comments on police body worn cameras shows how lacking is his detailed knowledge of policing issues. Body worn cameras are a ‘win/win’ for both police and public. They help calm situations where suspects are confronted , ensure a contemporaneous record is available, and avoid unwarranted allegations of police misconduct. They also […]
Read moreEvening Standard Vulnerable children were held overnight in police cells an alarming 100 times every week last year, figures showed today. Scotland Yard recorded more than 3,000 cases of under-18s behind bars for at least four hours between midnight and 8am over a six-month period. The detentions occurred even though the law states children should be transferred to local authority […]
Read moreChildren under 18 in police cells [1] Question No: 2016/0198 Andrew Dismore Further to Question No: 2015/3509; Over the last 6 months, how many children under 18 have been held a) overnight and b) over a weekend in police cells? Your response being: ‘The MPS Commissioner is committed to ensuring that all detainees, including young people are protected and treated […]
Read moreRoyal Free Hospital bus shelter Question No: 2015/4047 Andrew Dismore The bus shelter at the closest stop to the Royal Free Hospital is privately owned by JC Decaux, and I understand is in the process of being replaced. with the advent of bad weather, will you prevail upon them to do this work straight away? Written response from the Mayor […]
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