[Gary L]

I'd say there's a motive and an end goal behind this police budget thing.

they want complete chaos. so they can step in and introduce more powers because of the future mayhem that is to hit the British streets.

remember the majority of laws that keep us safe in this country have to be upheld by the police. if there's no police, or the few we have have to prioritise crime. then you can be certain that the crime you're experiencing will be at the bottom of the queue.

Remember "Touch me and I'll call the police"
well he'll say in reply with a grin now "What police?"

that's where self policing will have to be introduced.