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[jereboam]

If they are picking on you, you've probably done something wrong.

For further details of what happened, please read my previous postings......I have never done anything to bring me to the attention of our "Police" force......

Believe it or not, I meant my comment generally, and it wasn't aimed at you. 

I've re-read the thread, and I now see that most of the grievances about police behaviour are yours - no wonder you were offended.

But, honestly, do you report every motorist you observe speeding?  Or undertaking?  OK, perhaps police drivers should be setting a good example, but if you start reporting them for what I would consider minor transgressions (maybe wrong - wasn't there - don't know the circumstances) you should not be surprised if you get a hostile reaction.

And as for calling a police officer "mate" - what do you expect?  Do you call your doctor or your children's teachers "mate"?  A constable is a figure of authority in the community and has powers under the law that you do not have.  A constable is entitled to a bit of respect. 

I absolutely detest being addressed as "mate" by anyone, but being old, short and fat, I have to put up with it.  I have, however, forbidden my son-in-law to address my daughter as "mate" while under my roof!

[jereboam]

Another thread of generalization, due to two members of a police force making 'a mistake' that anyone of us can be guilty of any day of the week.  Police when off duty are like any other member of the public, and if they make a simple mistake by committing a traffic offence why should they lose their jobs?  Would any of you, outside of drink driving?

No, of all the many officers I have had and still do have contact with I can honestly say the vast majority are only interested in doing their job for the benefit of the general public.  They usually act in a very reasonable, responsible manner, remaining human, with even a sense of humour if appropiate, but above all are highly professional. 

Believe me when I say that all too many members of the public act in ways that cause the police officers to have to become strict with individuals, when if the member of the public acted in a honest and non-aggressive manner, the police will often take a softer line, although still fulfilling their duty in up holding the law.

There may be very good reasons why certain members of the public have a different attitude towards the police........the level of contact they have had to have with them............!!  

I agree completely.  Makes a change, for once 8-) 8-) 8-)

[Dishevelled Den]

If they are picking on you, you've probably done something wrong.

For further details of what happened, please read my previous postings......I have never done anything to bring me to the attention of our "Police" force......

Believe it or not, I meant my comment generally, and it wasn't aimed at you. 

I've re-read the thread, and I now see that most of the grievances about police behaviour are yours - no wonder you were offended.

But, honestly, do you report every motorist you observe speeding?  Or undertaking?  OK, perhaps police drivers should be setting a good example, but if you start reporting them for what I would consider minor transgressions (maybe wrong - wasn't there - don't know the circumstances) you should not be surprised if you get a hostile reaction.

And as for calling a police officer "mate" - what do you expect?  Do you call your doctor or your children's teachers "mate"?  A constable is a figure of authority in the community and has powers under the law that you do not have.  A constable is entitled to a bit of respect. 

I absolutely detest being addressed as "mate" by anyone, but being old, short and fat, I have to put up with it.  I have, however, forbidden my son-in-law to address my daughter as "mate" while under my roof!

Believe it or not, I meant my comment generally, and it wasn't aimed at you. 


Ahh, the dreaded generalisation strikes again

[jereboam]

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[Dishevelled Den]

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I do admire your restraint J 8-)

[webby23]

lol

Lets agree to disagree.......!!!

 

[Pitchfork]

My reason for taking grave exception the the remark about the police is that my son-in-law is an officer in KWs neck of the woods. I know that he is called on to deal with the dregs & misfits in society on a daily basis, frequently putting himself in danger as a consequence & often being assaulted as he protects the rest of society from the minority. There is also the emotional aspect of the job e.g. coping with a death & then having to inform a relative of the death of a loved one, made even worse when the deceased is a child of the same age as my 2 grandsons. I will not tolerate the sort of comments that are expressed on this forum about the police & would hope that other similarly minded members too will join me in sanctioning those who make them.
Regardless of who you are, one day you will be grateful for the work that they do & the support that they give either directly or indirectly - please remember that before considerating making derogatory remarks in future.
Members of this forum (of either sex) need to understand & practise respect when posting

[webby23]

I will not tolerate the sort of comments that are expressed on this forum about the police & would hope that other similarly minded members too will join me in sanctioning those who make them.
Regardless of who you are, one day you will be grateful for the work that they do & the support that they give either directly or indirectly - please remember that before considerating making derogatory remarks in future.
Members of this forum (of either sex) need to understand & practise respect when posting

Wow.....that seems a bit heavy handed.......are you a copper too.......

No seriously though, I post from my experience and if you dont like that nothing I can do......!!!


 

[Lizzie_Zoom]

Another thread of generalization, due to two members of a police force making 'a mistake' that anyone of us can be guilty of any day of the week.  Police when off duty are like any other member of the public, and if they make a simple mistake by committing a traffic offence why should they lose their jobs?  Would any of you, outside of drink driving?

No, of all the many officers I have had and still do have contact with I can honestly say the vast majority are only interested in doing their job for the benefit of the general public.  They usually act in a very reasonable, responsible manner, remaining human, with even a sense of humour if appropiate, but above all are highly professional. 

Believe me when I say that all too many members of the public act in ways that cause the police officers to have to become strict with individuals, when if the member of the public acted in a honest and non-aggressive manner, the police will often take a softer line, although still fulfilling their duty in up holding the law.

There may be very good reasons why certain members of the public have a different attitude towards the police........the level of contact they have had to have with them............!!  

I agree completely.  Makes a change, for once 8-) 8-) 8-)

Thanks J, although I think we agree more times than not

[webby23]

Happy to agree to disagree, and anyway, I am sure there will be someone along in a minute to say what a fantastic experience they have had of the Police lately.......

That will balance my experiences out.......!!!

 

[sexydaz]

my first comment on this meant the joe public get banned and i bet these tow dont,i personally have nowt against the police and when ive been in the wrong(i was younger once)have always found them fair,to me if youve done or doing wrong and get caught then accept it admit it and they will be right with you.i have heard stories of mis doings and the said teller really slagging the police and other lads then giving there stories and all agreeing on how shite the police are but i piped in with if you need help who do you call(not bill murray  stmo )if youve been burgled who do yer call yer can knock em all yer want untill yer need em

[albitz]

If they are picking on you, you've probably done something wrong.

For further details of what happened, please read my previous postings......I have never done anything to bring me to the attention of our "Police" force......

Believe it or not, I meant my comment generally, and it wasn't aimed at you. 

I've re-read the thread, and I now see that most of the grievances about police behaviour are yours - no wonder you were offended.

But, honestly, do you report every motorist you observe speeding?  Or undertaking?  OK, perhaps police drivers should be setting a good example, but if you start reporting them for what I would consider minor transgressions (maybe wrong - wasn't there - don't know the circumstances) you should not be surprised if you get a hostile reaction.

And as for calling a police officer "mate" - what do you expect?  Do you call your doctor or your children's teachers "mate"?  A constable is a figure of authority in the community and has powers under the law that you do not have.  A constable is entitled to a bit of respect. 

I absolutely detest being addressed as "mate" by anyone, but being old, short and fat, I have to put up with it.  I have, however, forbidden my son-in-law to address my daughter as "mate" while under my roof!

Very well put mate.




  sorry but someone had to. 

[webby23]

Sorry guys, but regardless of what you say the Police have to earn respect......

I stand by my comments regardless of your bullying

 

[jereboam]

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[STMO999]

I cant comment on this subject, sarcastically or otherwise.
I dont know any policemen/women personally...............................................................................and the last time I saw one driving round our estate was about three years ago