Rhodes Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I see that, following the shooting of the two female Police Officers on Monday in Manchester, there is debate on whether the Police should now be armed. Unsurprisingly Nick Clegg warned of a knee jerk reaction and rejected the move saying that it would carry 'considerable risks and could damage relations between Police and the Communities they serve'. Clegg went on to say that 'I don't think it is time to rush to instant judgements, I think if we were to arm our Police to the teeth they become separate from the public and that would be a big change'. It sums the weak and beleaguered Clegg up perfectly as nobody said anything about arming Police 'to the teeth', just a basic hand gun would suffice as a deterant against attack wouldn't it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Rhodes in "Beleaguered Politician" post Shocker. Another slow news day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mayor Of Simpleton Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 We have to be careful that we do not become a totally police state. I would say that we do need to seriously reconsider bringing back serious deterrents, as society is far too soft and over-liberal. Maybe the death penalty IF it can work properly and reintroduce discipline in schools, as children need guidelines and boundaries. By allowing them freedom and the ability to do things without fear of recrimination, you are taking away the freedom and rights of others who can behave in an appropriate manner. Also, consider what would happen if we get a future megalomaniac leader in charge! As with abortion and right to die, a potential slippery slope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodes Posted September 22, 2012 Author Share Posted September 22, 2012 Another slow news day. So why didn't anybody post about it earlier this week then, two female Police Office shot dead whilst carrying out their duties isn't exactly a 'bog standard' news story is it. Once again I rest my case about you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 So why didn't anybody post about it earlier this week then, two female Police Office shot dead whilst carrying out their duties isn't exactly a 'bog standard' news story is it. Once again I rest my case about you. Hahaha - take a chill pill Rhodesy. Check your blood pressure, we wouldn't want you stroking out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Hahaha - take a chill pill Rhodesy. Check your blood pressure, we wouldn't want you stroking out... Let's try and calm Rhodesy down a bit shall we, he seems to be on a mission today? Rhodesy, do police officers or the Police Federation want officers to be routinely armed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Looks like Rhodesy doesn't know the answer to this one either... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RalphC Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Having witnessed police using execss force in this country I would not trust them with guns. It would be a slippery slope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big J R Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Not sure about arming EVERY police officer, BUT, definitely a good reason to bring back the rope ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodes Posted September 22, 2012 Author Share Posted September 22, 2012 Having witnessed police using execss force in this country I would not trust them with guns. It would be a slippery slope. I disagree that it would be a slippery slope, when the Police have used force in the past, such as the Ian Tomlinson case, it has been in the line of duty and warranted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big J R Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I personally think ALL officers should be trained in the use of, and carry Tasers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I disagree that it would be a slippery slope, when the Police have used force in the past, such as the Ian Tomlinson case, it has been in the line of duty and warranted And another prime example of Rhodesy being completely incorrect as the police officer PC Simon Harwood has been found guilty by a discipline tribunal of gross misconduct. I rest my case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodes Posted September 22, 2012 Author Share Posted September 22, 2012 I personally think ALL officers should be trained in the use of, and carry Tasers. Big JR - Yes, that's a really good shout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Here we go Rhodesy, one of those outstanding questions for you:- Let's try and calm Rhodesy down a bit shall we, he seems to be on a mission today? Rhodesy, do police officers or the Police Federation want officers to be routinely armed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mayor Of Simpleton Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Slightly OT, but what happens if you get a megalomaniac in charge of the country? Would you feel safe with an armed police then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big J R Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Slightly OT, but what happens if you get a megalomaniac in charge of the country? Would you feel safe with an armed police then? Is that similar to being a nymphomanic, Adam ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mayor Of Simpleton Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Quality as always John! It could be worse, you could have a megalomaniac nymphomaniac! Oh wait, we've already got people who've screwed our country dry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big J R Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 ...... Like the politician that didn't know the difference between arson and incest................................. So he set fire to his sister !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loose Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Still no-one seems prepared to answer whether police officers or the Police Federation want police to be routinely armed..... Uncomfortable question with an answer that doesn't suit the proponents perhaps...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodes Posted September 24, 2012 Author Share Posted September 24, 2012 Loosely – Unlike you I am more than happy to answer questions and why shouldn’t Police Officers or the Police Federation want Police to be routinely armed, actually it’s a bit of a no brainer really! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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