It is right the police are “operationally independent of Government”, says Chris Philp

The transcript discusses recent demonstrations in the UK and the role of the police in managing these events. It highlights the operational independence of the police from the government, emphasizing the importance of this principle in British policing. The Prime Minister and Home Secretary support the police in using their powers to prevent criminality and disorder. The transcript also mentions the potential for the Metropolitan Police to apply for a ban on marches, though no application has been made yet.

What has been the role of the police in recent UK demonstrations?

• They have been passive observers.

• They have actively participated in the demonstrations.

• They have worked tirelessly to manage the events and made arrests where necessary.

• They have ignored the demonstrations.

What is a fundamental principle of British policing?

• Police must always seek government approval before acting.

• Police are required to follow public opinion.

• Police are operationally independent of the government.

• Police are controlled by the government.

Who decides whether to apply for a ban on marches in the UK?

• The general public

• The Home Secretary

• The Prime Minister

• The Metropolitan Police

What powers do the police use to prevent criminality and disorder?

• Neither terrorism nor public order legislation

• Both terrorism and public order legislation

• Only terrorism legislation

• Only public order legislation

Who retains confidence in the police's use of their powers?

• International organizations

• The general public

• The opposition party

• The Prime Minister and the Home Secretary