Fury at ‘over-zealous’ government Covid advice that playgrounds are for people without gardens

Fury at ‘over-zealous’ government Covid advice that playgrounds are for people without gardens as – children are told off for making a snowman in the park Cabinet Office suggested communal spaces not for those with gardens Came after dad and sons told off by police for making a snowman in the park  Hancock it was ‘totally … Read more

Derbyshire chief constable defends officers accused of overzealous lockdown methods

The chief constable of Derbyshire Police says his force did not go too far enforcing the lockdown after officers used drones to stalk hill walkers and died a lagoon black. Peter Goodman said his force were just trying to protect the public by deterring visitors at the beauty spot and hit back at criticism of … Read more

Neil Basu warns police against ‘overzealous’ enforcing of coronavirus lockdown

Senior counter-terror officer Neil Basu has warned police against ‘overzealous’ enforcing of coronavirus lockdown, saying their conduct will be remembered for generations after peers slammed the shaming of walkers with drones. Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu demanded that officers maintain the British tradition of ‘policing by consent’ as he emphasised the importance of earning the trust … Read more