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Originally Posted by Flyboy
No, that is not what it means, If it was simply a signing off, that would be the legal oversight. But the democratic oversight is a different kettle of fish.
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It's a classic politician back covering exercise IMO
At the end of the day if needed the Met could deploy water cannons as soon as they get their hands on them. They could deploy baton rounds and CS tomorrow if need be without Parliament being able to stop them without amending legislation.
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Originally Posted by Flyboy
Is that police SOP? I gather from you reply that you have also thrown disabled people from wheelchairs.
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Funnily enough I don't think it's set in stone. It is however common sense which seems to be a concept you struggle with. I've removed people from places they don't want to be removed from.
It doesn't look pretty, it is necessary on occasion though.