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Shipments through are suspended andaM1sslNGROseHunt David Sims. for AS YOU WERE! missing couple AFTER 10 exhausting months of animal rights protests at SOUTHEND CID officers Brightlingsea, policing in Essex is returning to normal. attempting to trace a mar- The move comes after exporter ried couple, who have now been missing from the Roger Mills told Essex Police he town for two years, hope a be shipments as as high visibility policing, also burglary press conference held last a "temporary measure". week could help locate and autocrime objectives had been partly them. Mr Mills blamed the development quashed by demands for police to attend Rose and David Sims on a current decline in demand for animal rights protests. "I received a num- from Lonsdale Road, animals - he also blamed the tempo- ber of letters from school teachers in the Southend, were last seen rarv cease in trading on restrictions district showing concern over the lack of together at a family gather- police input into the schools programme. ing at Wix near imposed by Essex Police. Responding to the claim Assistant Unfortunately school liaison officers were . the first to be pulled away from their Rose Sims, aged 3 1, was Chief Constable Geoffrey Markham said: duties," he said. born in the Philippines and "I consider the restrictions we imposed to met her English husband be entirely reasonable and fair. Since But Mr Benning was keen to praise David (5l) while he was in Januaw 16 we have escorted 174 convovs some of the less experienced officers left the country on a business comprising 783 lorries carrying 152,472 behind on division who had been tasked trip, they married and sheep, 67,499 calves and 185 cattle. We with an increased work load "Many were moved to the UK. have made 598 arrests, sustained 18 forced to deal with particular offences At the packed press con- injuries to police officers and spent over much earlier in their service than they ference held at Police E2.25m not previously budgeted for. would normally do", he said. Headquarters, an appeal Meanwhile the Gunfleet control room at was made for information Should the trade at Brightlingsea cease entirely, it will not be through any lack of Brightlingsea remains closed - but ready which could lead to the to go operational should the need arise. couple's whereabouts. commitment from Essex Police." ACC Geoffrey Markham said "We cannot Rose's sister, Joy Acres Protesters in Brightlingsea have made a plea for people to claimed victory at the temporary halt in rule out shipments starting again, if Mr Mills wishes to continue trading in the come forward and help the trading but seem sure that temporary town we will be involved with further dis- , police. Joy said she was means permanent. cussions with him, as we have been in the concerned at her sister's Local Brightlingsea officer, Pc Andy disappearance and knew Tho-rpe said it was nice to see the town last 10 months. We have always the couple's marriage was returning to normal: "The town seems acknowledged he is carrying out a legal going through a rocky very quiet compared with recent weeks, trade, and upheld his lawful right to use patch. the highway ." Rose Sims wasn't I'm looking forward to the community reported missing by her returning to how it was before the family for nearly a year as protests, and hope all the people in the it was felt she could be in town will act reasonably. We are trying the Philippines on business hard to get back to providing the tradition- with her husband. al Brightlingsea policing the local people ~n~uiriksare still on- have always known here." going in the Philippines l But where is the tin opener? Duncan with his prickly friends. 11 Elsewhere in the county divisional staff and detectives hope Photo courtesy of the Brentwood Gazette. are returning to duties neglected since renewed publicity from the II January. Southend Commander, Supt press conference will gen- WHEN it c~oir~esto lzedgel~o~preservtr- tickers, and will give (I cursory look Mick Benning said "The last 10 months erate leads. tiotz. Trt!jjic Wtrrderl DUIIC~IIIWcrrd is the under LI vehicle just to check if there is er Dc Fred Simpkins who rtltrrl ,for the job. The Brc.rz~ood-btrsed _hedgehog in need. have put ah enormous strain on our headed the press confer- ofTit.er htrs token orr the challerlge Htrving rcrken on celebrity srnrus nfrer division, we have lost on average eight ence said: "1 was amazed collectirzg ctrr ,food to hell, our prickly being featured on Sky News and in officers from our station every day to at how many media organ- frierlds through the wirzrer. vtrrious rzcrtioncrl and loctrl papers he's police the Brightlingsea dispute. We have isations turned out and Bectr~rseof trrz exrretnely dry .s~~r~zmerbeconze known locally crs The Hedgehog more public order trained officers than have publicised our hedgehogs have fi)urld it difli'culr to feed Man. anywhere else in the county and at the appeal. I have taken over oil uorttl.s trizd .slugs. "I've herd people corize up to me ofler- height of the troubles we were losing in a dozen calls and we are in Dutlccril said: "The Brentwood Bird ing Ltnoney ,for cat ,food, I ever1 htrd one excess of 50 officers per day to the process of talking to trrld Airir~ltrlStrtlctlrtrry crsked us if we mcrn say he would swcrp his pcrrking Brightlingsea. I hope it is more than a people who have called us. would collect ccrt,food, which hed,pehogs ricket for n tin of car food, bur I won't go suspension of operations at Brightlingsea I still have good reason to ecrt, trrld I wtrs given tlze job." that,frrr," said Duncnn. believe both David and DUIIC~III,wlzo scrys he 11trs t11wtry.s beer1 Cans of ctrr ,food ccrn be rcrken to so that we can get back to providing good Rose Sims could be in the trrz trr~iirltrl lover, now keeps his eyes Brentwood Police or contact Duncnn nr policing for Southend." Philippines but we have to esl~ecicrllypeeled when dishit~gout his the station on 01277 262212. Mr Benning said the division had not explore all avenues." reached many of its policing targets such 2 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 FEDERATION NOTES . . . FEDERATION NOTES.. .

CAN a leopard really change its spots'? There is no doubt that Essex Police has placed the subject of equality securely on its agenda, and it is Tax relief commendable, but not necessarily workable. Will it ever be able to honestly say that is an Equal their subscrlption5 before the Opportunities employer? THE Inland Revenue has agreed that, with effect It has been argued that until there is 40 per cent of new 11st is published, they from April 6, all subscribing members of the Police women in any organistation, Equal Oppotunities cannot 5hould explain to local exist. Federation of and Wales are entitled to tax Ins,ector that the Police Set these kinds of targets, however, and allegations of relief on their subscriptions. Federation has only recently By Brian Pallant tokenism will soon begin to fly - hiring a woman just to A letter of approval under next edition of the list of been approved quoting the make up the numbers. Inland Revenue Head Office Isn't the whole idea, after all, artificial and hasn't it Section 201, Income and approved bodies which is gone too far? reference- SAPPIT 1644- I Education By making equality such a big issue, with the Corporation Taxes Act 1988, due for publication in 1996. /23/82/MA. LOC~Inspectors of Taxes will I scheme introduction of training courses, and paying attention to has been received bv the If members require any further targets, aren't we losing sight of the 'real' issue, which is not receive notification of the MEMBERS may not be National Police Federation details or explanation, please con- 'the right person for the job' Police Federation's approved aware of the existence of tact the Federation Office at Police the above fund and the Chauvinism and cynicism will always exist regardless and the nan'e of the status until 1996. If members of Gender Awareness courses, it's just every individual's Federation will appear in the Headquarters. Education Scheme which wish to obtain a deduction for is available for police professional responsibility not to show it. officers' families. I Most of the women we spoke to admitted they still saw reproduce below details the police force as a male bastion, but few recounted tales Police of a recent circular issued of disrespect, and certainly felt they were dealt the same Federation elections by oul- General Secretary. hands as their male counterparts. You will note the closing Even our highest ranking female officer, Supt Joan ALL officers affected EHE Elections as reported in the last C.I.D - for the position of det ective date for the awards is Eason, claims she has never, in 30 years, been subjected should have by now edition of Tlir Ltr,~.are currently taking sergeant - DS 29 E T Toomey and DS November 30, so officers to discrimination. will need to move quick- received a letter from place. Nominations have been received 1655 D A Hudson. Now she is about to retire and the next closest ranking ly if they are looking for woman is an inspector. the Force explaining and as a result ballots have to be held in Southend - for the position of consta- awards for the academic No amount of awareness training will rid us of the the following areas. ble - Pc 1155 D Duncan and Pc that the Inland year 1995196. A copy of cynics who were no doubt placing bets on who would fill - for the position of 2286 P McMahon. Revenue have agreed the details of the scheme her shoes - or should we say stilettos? that for Essex officers sergeant - Sgt 868 G Heard and Sgt can be obtained from the Ballot papers will be sent out to all The views expressed in this colurniz are those of there will be no tax 963 G D Seal. Federation Office. the editors and do not izecessarily reflect those of the officers entitled to vote by November Arrangements have i~nplicatiotlfor those Haslow - for the position of sergeant . Chief Corzstable or any other member of Essex Police. been made for many who bought their Sgt 1341 T J Crux and Sgt 1887 P J 24. Closing time to be 12 noon on years for making grants O'Riordan. Friday, December 8. house under the dis- from the National Police count sale scheme. Fund for the education of Medical benefits Can I thank all any child of a p]-esent or those officers who past member of a police BY the time you read this The amount that you will article you may well have be able to claim back will provided us with force. The main condi- received a package from be in proportion to the, information and who bonds tions attached to grants D the Hospital Savings level of subscription that wrote to their MP's. being that the child has A LARGE number of companies have ing relatively high tax free income, but obtained the promise of Association, (HSA) in you determine you wish to Tthe combined effort already issued their contracts, but a num- as the contract is mainly based on fixed continued education from your tray at work. If you pay. Many people will, in' from all quarters has ber of institutions are still holding back, interest investments the yields produced which he or she is con- haven't you will certainly fact, feel that there is bene- rehulted in a success- therefore if you are considering a would be less competitive during a peri- sidered to be capable of receive one within the next fit to be derived from ful conclusion for all Corporate Bond PEP it would be sensi- od of rising interest rates. benefiting fully and that few days. Many of you being both a member ol Essex officel->,both ble to wait a little longer in order that financial assistance is who are currently mem- the private medical serving and retired. you might assess the full range of prod- needed to enable the pro- bers of the Private Medical scheme, which is currentl] Bullying in posed caul-se of cduca- Scheme, (PPP) may be with PPP and also being I ucts available. tion to be pursued. Memorabilia The main attractions of these contracts tempted to cancel your member of HSA. On1 Concern was subscriptions with them very important point are that the rates of income can be any- the workplace expreshed at the last and transfer to HSA. remember with HSA i sales thing up to 9% tax free compared with meeting of the National Please don't be tempted that if you join befol DO not forget that AT the Federation Conference in May. the Police Fund - Education buildinp society returns of 46. towards such a rash coul-e November 30, then apa Christmas is fast National Committee launched its leaflet. Scheme, over the level of When assessing the risk profile of of action. from maternity benefit npproachinp and that B~~lI~.iri,qiir the Workp1~rc.e. That leaflet publicity of this Fund ' these PEPs it should be appreciated. . that There is no contest. you will enjoy imlnediq Marilyn Cars in the they are, in fact, a middle ground should now have been delivered to all mem- within police forces and ' bersof the Force which gives advice to the highlighted by the lack of They are two totally differ- benefits in all other cat Federation Office has between deposit accounts and equity applications from certain ent products, and some gories from the date) Christmas cards for victim and draws to the attention ol' all offi- your registration. S? h investments with the PEPs being invest- areas of thc country. people may feel there is a sale and other nic ceh what bullying is all about. you are due to have y( ti ed in bonds, convertibles and preference During the courhe of the last 18 months. the It is therefore brought benefit in being a member nacs. shares. There is therefore still an ele- of both. eyes checked, new gla( Police Federation nationallyhas launched to your attention and also . There is a new card PPP is a medical scheme supplied, your tei ment of risk to this type of investment three leaflets sexual harass,nent, for the attention of Force this yea!- which that gives you the opportu- checked or fillinss dcj and fluctuatins interest rates will effect racial harassment and bullying. It is at pre- Welfare Of'icers, that the closing dates for applica- nity to have private med- then you should get sd depicts the Force the income. sent developing an extensive training package tion for awards for the cash back from HSA v7 Headquarters and they for Federation representatives as adviser!, in ical treatment far sooner academic year l995196 is Yc will be sold at 50p Projected Industrial Tribunal matters. than you would otherwise ally from day one. : the November 30. The be able to obtain it through HSA is, I believe, a 1 each. In a future edition of Tlir Ltm,. I shall give Most companies offer a projected maximum individual the National Health beneficial scheme thi a full report on Equal Opportunities and income yield or a running yield and this grant is £700 and total Federation Grievance Procedures for advice for officers Service. HSA on the other employees of can be between 5.6% to 9.1 C/c net, these family income must Police. must, howf in general. hand is purely and simply I yields do vary and should be checked exceed €20,000 (except a cash back scheme. If stress most strongly! wit in special circumstances). diaries from time to time. you are unfortunate cunent members of Application forms are 4 AT the time of going to A Corporate Bond PEP is geared to Industrial tribunals enough to end up in hospi- Police Private me( A press. I have been available from your the production of income in a middle THE Federation nationally has been looking tal, either through the scheme with PPP sf! promised by the print- Chief Constable and risk area, therefore it is not likely to pro- at the problems concerning conflicts of inter- when completed should National Health Service or not consider terrniq ers that the diaries est regarding members in Industrial Tribunals. through any private med- their membership an! stre should arrive week duce as greater growth as a general PEP, be submitted to the It has been decided that in future all com- Secretary of the Fund, ical insurance, then as a commencing for instance invested in unit trusts, but its plainants who request assistance will be dealt risk profile is not as great. Mr A C Ashwin, at the member of HSA you can Novernber 6. These with by their own Separate Rank Central expect to receive certain alternative, it is a will be distributed to It is important when selecting your Committee whilst all respondents who require National Police Fund. cash benefits. Indeed your divisional repre- Corporate Bond PEP to establish how assistance, will be dealt with by the Joint Home Office, Queen Anne's Gate, London, some of the cash benefits sentatives for your col- charges are levied on the fund. Are they Central Committee. I would remind officers SW lH 9AT (Tel: 0171 you can expect to receive lection. taken out of income or capital'? Also is in the first instance that any request for assis- As last year. there tance must come through the Joint Branch 273 3684). will be for areas not cov- there an initial charge and how does it Full details of the edu- will be no charge for Board Secretary or his assistant prior to ered by private medical compare with any annual management cation Scheme can be the diary. However, if onward transmission to Central office. insurance. They will charge? In the Federation Office we have a system found in the National members wish they can include reimbursement for with regard to conflict of interest whereby the Police Fund booklets. make a donation to the Access to capital is not immediate and optical charges which there may be early withdrawal penalties. Joint Branch Board Secrctary will deal with includes eye tests and the Essex Police complainants and respondents will be for- In conclusion this new contract provision of spectacles, Benevolent Fund. warded via the Chairman who is also the appears to be very ~~sefulway of achiev- Discipline Liaison Officer. and also reimbursement for some dental charges. THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 3 Domestic disputes lead to awareness training Murder case features on crime show THE investigation which led to the conviction of a Beans means vicious murderer in Essex Knocking violence has been reconstructed for trouble a special Crime Monthly DUNMOW police were programme. 'stalking' the driver of a HUNDREDS of Essex Barry Bradford was jack-knifed lorry who shed police officers and sup- maliciously stabbed to his entire load of broad death in the grounds of beans all over a road in the port staff are to receive Highwoods Hospital, town. awareness training on on the head Brentwood, back in March Perhaps pantomime was 1993. He was left half- starting early this year - domestic violence ~s;u~s. naked with a daffodil laid Dunmow's very own jtrck Starting in January, training will steps in dealing with the issue by placing full- either side of his head. ~liidrhe Rec~n.stcrlk:) centre on the importance of dealing Report by Ian Deal time Domestic Violence Liaison Officers at with little forensics evi- with domestic violence in a positive , offices in Rayleigh and Southend. The second dent, police were initially and sensitive way, in accordance half of last year saw related arrests across baffled by the motiveless Going down with a newly revised policy on the Essex rise by 91% and related calls attended killing, Domestic Violence Liaison Officers and the dropped by 33% to the previous six officers may be subject due to be published shortly. Divisional Development Training Officers. But within 10 days pro~~dof their new-look. months. It is hoped the positive approach being Currently the document is being fine tuned Awareness training will take place on division adopted will make offenders think twice Lawrence Mullins, of modern premises. but the and is hoped to be approved next month. lasting around two hours. Everyone from the committingfurther Pilgrims Hatch had been station's lift is a rather sore Essex Police Community Relations CO-ordi- switchboard operator to the Divisional c.Essex police has made strides over the last ch~gedwith his murder. point at the moment. natol; D1 Steve Currell said: "We will have the Commander will be included - as the training is year with how we deal with domestic violence, ~e is now serving life. Half of a late turn and policy in place, we've got to make sure every- localised it will minimise the amount of time Officers who have already recieved training An LWT film crew haif a night shift got to one understands what it says so we are actually personnel spend away from their duties." have greatly improved the service we provide descended on Brentwood providing the service that we are committed to Already Essex Police has made importants to victims,Madded Cun-ell, know each other well, last week to re-trace the when the lift became stuck inthepolicy." murder, investigation and between tloors for 45 min. Training will be provided to any police offi- cer or member of wpport staff who may come am.t. utes last month. Snowed do W n in Southend The case file will be The trapped officers into contact with victims of domestic violence. were eventually freed by D1 Cun-ell said: "There is a training programme PC YVONNE Taylor could hardly see 'refuges and other agencies involved with "own this Friday the fire service. being devised at the moment involving myself, her desk after returning to the domestic domestic violence. Victims say they like to (November 17) at violence office after a week away - 61 speak to me in confidence rather than some- 10.30~m,with interviews with former incidents of domestic violence sat wait- body in the front office of a police station. A slippery tale They like to speak to someone who will be Whitehill and DS ing to be dealt with. Davies. CONCERNED motorists in The Southend domestic violence office has non-judgmental, it's important what they tell me I won't criticise them for. They walk Headquarters detec- Grays rang the local police been running since January, and PC Taylor out the door knowing they can come back tive, Carr, when they spotted a I0 foot believes she is dealing with roughly three snake with strange mark- and see me anytime.,, ordinated the filming, said: ings in Way times more incidents than staff at the nearby A thick file of appreciation letters held in "LWT have provided us earlier this month. Rayleigh office. the Southend office shows that the scheme with a good opportunity Fearless ofticeer on con- She is hoping that extra staff will be allo- does work. One woman in her late 40Ys how the people of Essex trol decided it was a job for cated to help with the deluge of work but wrote: &'yougave me great support and how their help and infor- matio"m help us detect the council, who in turn admits one is better than none: "This was encouragement to stand up for myself. 13~ promptly refused the offer. long overdue, it really works there is far bet- now rebuilding my life and find myself so serious crimes and rid Eventually it was a police ter liaison between us and the womens much happier and safe." Essex streets of vicious Wildlife Liaison Officer criminals." who was passed the task to Domestic Violence Liaison capture the offending snake Officer, PCYvonne Taylor. - or as it turned out to be - piece of rope ! Assault was no yoke! THE nomadic lifestyle has ended for eliminating the manpower drain of trans- police at South , porting prisoners 12 miles to Chelmsford. A PARENT rang police in with the opening of a showpiece Vehicle examination facilities. Rayleigh complaining her f Capacity for future computer system teenage son had been l .4million base they can truly call assaulted whilst trick or home. developments. treating in . As South Woodham Ferrers grew during Asked was he injured the the past 20 years from a small village to a Brightlingsea woman said no, but the bustling new town, its combined police eggs her son had with him house and office was superseded by at national had been crushed. Anyone premises in a school and then accommo- for an omelette? dation in a former Post Office. At the end of Octobe~; a feeling of per- conference Take care manence was achieved when the new, pur- ESSEX Police Principal Press Officer, pose-built town centre police station in Jenny Grinter, addressed delegates at out there Tyler's Ride went operational. a National Conference in YOU see the most ama~ing Community Bournemouth this month on how the ways officers are injured in And the new building has brought warm service is coping with media pressure this job. Earlier this month praise from its staff - 24 regular officers, surrounding the Brightlingsea animal u sergeant from - nine s~ecials.and one civilian and the rights issue. Corringham chasing after a community itself. runaway horse ended up Speaking alongside Sussex Press Mrs Maureen Moulds, who is chairman with the horse running after officer, chris oswick who spoke of of South Woodham Ferrers Town Council him. the protests at Shoreham, Jenny and the local Crime Prevention Panel, and As the horse stampeded also a member of Chelmsford Borough explained the Essex Police media towards him it knocked the Strategy to police press officers from officer flying into a nearby Council, is impressed with the statio;, 'welcoming' appearance and the way it allbver the UK. m Thankf~~llvm hp .. .. - - ...... - .. . . . - . .J ..- escaped without serious blends with the new town's architecture. Both Jenny and Chris repeated injury. On a tour of the building with officer-in- their presentation at a national press An illegal slaughterhouse was discovered by police officers raid- Meanwhile in charge Insp Ted Higgs, she said: "The new officers course in ~i~~~l~~~~~~this ing a farm in Chelmsford. Photo courtesy of Fred Hammerton, facilities will further encourage communi- a constable managed to get c. week. Essex Chronicle. locked in the front office ty involvement with our police." and had to escape through lnsp Higgs said: "I am delighted that we the public hatch. While have a purpose-built station where we had Porky problem Gruesome discovery climbing through, the a free hand with the interior design." A PROBLEM pig was banged up in officer lost his footing and The new benefits it offers include: 's dog kennel after being fell. After administering Accommodation which can be used found roaming the town,s for either major incidents, conferences or first aid to two fingers the Pc Smithers managed to capture training. officer was able to com- the porky pet after he spotted it in mence with police duties. Three cells and a detention room, Avon Way. 4 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995

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'VOTE of confidence' screamed the headline in in our area for many years confidence to ask police the October issue of The Law over the report of to come. officers to express thei~ the findings by Commander Luckhurst for the Is this what Essex Police views on animal exports want'? Asking police officers wha~ Police Complaints Authority on the policing of I cannot believe that rank they think? Now that woulc live animal export protests at Brightlingsea ear- and file officers do. So let be a vote of confidence. lier this year. them have the opportunity Bob Russell But do Essex Police their views are important to express an opinion, via a Prosp. Parliamentary officers approve of h~ving when an issue such as live secret ballot. What justifica- Candidate tion could there be to Colchester Liberal to uphold a law which the animal exports and the oppose this'? Democrats majority of public opinion associated protests are And then let the results be is opposed to? Enforcing Police causing so much damage passed to the Government IN RESPONSE: the law is all very well, but (both immediate and long- who are the ones who officers, like the rest of attack on myself, which resulted in me being kept in I write on behalf of this one does nothing to term) to police-community should be taking action - not the public have wide hospital overnight with a very messy face, two teeth Keith Harris and the help police-community relations? Not to mention leaving the police to escort views on all sorts of kicked out and a broken nose. relations. the cost to the public trucks taking live animals laws. other governors of The support and offers of help that my wife and I So why don't the Police purse. for export, a trade which the Bluehouse Schools. received have been overwhelming. These people are too Their duty is to Federation engage the ser- I have been an elected majority of the community We would like to numerous to mention or begin to thank individually and I uphold the law, which is vices of an independent councillor in Colchester do not approve of and which hear from any mem- would like to show my thanks through Tlir Ltm,. something they will con- This letter is to all the wellwishers. card senders, help organisation, such as the for nearly 25 years. it would seem that most tinue to do whatever bers of Essex Police Electoral Reform Society, police officers wo~~ldrn~~ch offerers, officers involved in the investigation and subse- Throughout that period I their personal views on who would be interest- to conduct a secret ballot have tried to work towards prefer not to be associated quent arrest of the miscreant. the particular issue may ed in becoming gover- to discover what police improved police-commu- with. Grateful appreciation to friends in the job and especial- be. ly those colleagues on D and A shift at Southend, D shift officers think'? nity relations. Perhaps if the nors of Bluehouse Dave Jones, at Westcliff. all at Shoebury and those at Southend CID. I count police officers as It saddens me to say Government knew the County Infant and Chairman There are people that I could name for their indiviual personal friends. from that, because of strength of police opinion Junior Schools in they wo~~ldact. We live in a contribution but they are the kind of people who shy what I can gather, not one Brightlingsea, I have never Essex Police . democracy - let's have the away from such public appreciation. of them (nor their families) known police-community Federation If so, please contact Wendy and I would like to thank everybody who has feel that what they are relations to be so bad. either myself on 01268 been involved in assisting my recovery and I hope to beingcalledupontodoat I havefamily in the return to work as soon as I feel able. 542828 or Mr Harris Bi-ightlingsea is what they north, in a mining area. on 01268 412261, and Once again, thank you all. Mark and Wendy Britton joined the police for. More than 10 years on, the we will be happy to They want to serve the bitterness of the Miners give further details. community, not police the Strike is still there. Mrs Pat Styles Grateful thanks community - there is a Police-community rela- AFTER consulting with my colleague in Head Office I world of difference tions have not returned to am able to confirm that a decision has been taken Basildon TO all my friends and colleagues, on behalf of my between the two words. what they were before the that it would not be appropriate to pursue tax liabili- family and myself, I would like to extend my thanks They want to work with ties from police officers who have in the past bought, and best wishes for your support and the beautiful strike. My fear with the the community, not against or who are currently buying, their homes under the Many thanks floral tributes at Gill's funeral. Brightlingsea situation is It. that, with every day that exisiting terms of the Essex Police Authority Scheme. She has gone but will be never forgotten. The police are part of passes, we shall be experi- I can also confirm that the Revenue is currently reviewing MAY I, through your Thank you again and God Bless. letters' column thank all society - therefore surely encing the same ill-feeling this area and will obvio~~slykeep you informed of any Les Blyth, Headquarters changes in the tax treatment of sales of this kind which result my many friends and from the review. colleagues 1s ho attended However, any changes introduced will not affect officers fare\\eIi part) at Immedgate who bought houses at a discount prior to the changes being Grajs Station on notified. October 13. B. Dunn 1'hrl.c \\c.r.c. I ;Im told. response Inland Revenue, North ;rlrno\t 300 pc'cbplc thcrc. certainly far too many for IN response to the letter from Dave Rose in me to thank penonally. The Law (October) it will probably interest him A professional team My family and I were and many others to learn that I, with my crew BETWEEN May 8 and October 4, I completed a five really very touched by the month attachment with Essex Police at Harlow, part of a of three in the Austin van DJN 230, responded trial scheme set up between Essex Police and the kindness of so many peo- to a call in naught seconds. Metropolitan Police to enhance working relationships ple who gave us gifts and The circumstances occurred just after the Second and share good practices between the two forces. who sent us cards and let- World War in about 1948. It was a usual busy Sunday I currently serve on Barkingside Division based at ters and who brought back in the summer, at 'check-out time' on Southend Sea but at the start of my attachment, joined 'D' shift so many memories of all Front, with many thousands of trippers between Pier at Harlow. the good times over the Hill and the Kurssal (I I licences). I was immediately made to feel welcome on the shift hav- past 3 1 years. We got a call to the Olympia and 1 had just turned out ing to rely heavily on all the officers for the first two weeks I have many such mem- from Hartingdon Road driving DJN 230. I shot along to guide me through the differing paperwork and procedures. ories of good friends and and went upstairs to the restaurant above the Olympia Such help enabled me to quickly adopt such different prac- very professional police and spoke to the agitated waitress as she was still tices and for the rest of my attachment i managed to cope reasonably well. officers who 1 have had speaking to the control room at the police station. There was a party of men (mostly), drunk, throwing I would like to thank all the officers and support staff at the privilege of working crockery and chairs. We went in and gave them a bit of Harlow who went out of their way to help me during my during my service and to 'first aid' and told the girl to charge a little extra to stay, including those at TG and Dog Section. all of them I \end my sin- cover the damage, which she did. I would like to extend my thanks to Inspector Dave cere thanks and very best We quietened it down without making arrests, but as Falkard and all the officers and SOAs on 'D' shift for mak- wishes for the future. l they started to be naughty again outside on the high- I I ing me feel so welcome. I have never worked with a more Ex DC1 way, we had to take two or three in. Transport from the era to bring back those professional and helpful team of officers. Walter Whitehill George Rushforth memories of the good old days. Pc Mark Edwards Thurrock Parkstone Drive, Southend I Metropolitan Police Letters continued from page 4

I REFER to your article 'Seatbelts save lives' in the October issue of The Law. I have no argument with that statement because there can be no doubt that seatbelts do save lives. On the other hand it can be argued that they cost lives too. Around about 1960, when stud- ies were made, it was discovered that for every life saved by the wearing of a seatbelt another life was lost. A few years ago I was involved in a road accident in which the other driver was prose- cuted to conviction. Had I been wearing a seat- belt there is no doubt I would have been killed. I applaud any measure aimed at preserving life, but I doubt the wisdom of adopting a blinkered attitude towards the use of seatbelts, and I believe it irresponsible to recomend to the general public that which co~ildcost them some of their lives. I am well aware that the law demands that seatbelts should be worn, but surely it should be a matter of personal choice. I' Rev Glaister, Suffolk Taking the right action for mentally disordered offenders More ale and Securif y merriment I WAS interested to read the letter from The responsibility EadYlceilyinvolved in National Ralph Jones in the September issue of The Law which concerns Nine Pints Of The OFFICERS are being asked to brush up on their law Neighbourhood Week, Law, the painting by Lawson Wood, 1890. with regard to offenders suffering from a mental sponsored by insurer I also have Ni~ic,Pi11t.s Of'Tllr Ltov exhibit- disorder, following recent concerns over the handling General Accident, ed within a frame which Ralph Jones men- of these prisoners, writes Kim White. tions is depicting nine rogue policemen which ran from Essex Police is currently reviewing its procedures, and carousing with piant pots of ale. is yours! November 5 to 11. it is hoped that changes will help officers make more Well Ralph. I remember you, but l don't Crime prevention confident judgements and increase their knowledge of the expect you'll re~ne~nberme. Your penultimate displays were held system. Many interviews have been rendered inadmissible in paragraph mentions that No Jury would con- around the county, Crown Court Liaison Inspector, Elizabeth Saunders, court due to a lack of an appropriate adult. vict .... including Harlow and I am pleased to hear that since Ni11r Pillrs Of' who has headed the review, said: "Virtually every Said Insp Saunders: "If a police surgeon says an person Billericay which TII~L~IIL. is actually concerned with an occa- division has an agreed procedure with the local authority, is fit to be detained or interviewed, it means that the manned displays at sion when a representative froin Mazawatt's health department, social services etc. This procedure person's health is unlikely to suffer. A lot of officers feel Tea Company visited the 'cink' in question and makes it clear where these peoplc should be taken and that because the police surgeon has said that the person is libraries. your nine rogue policemen were invited to it's important that every officer is aware whether that 'fit', an appropriate adult is not needed." The Crime sample their latest blend on offer, hence the place is the police station, a mental health clinic or a This is not necessarily the case and it is the discretion Prevention caravan nine identical white mugs with their blue bands hospital." and judgement of the officer which counts along with the visited various loca- thereon!!! passing on of any relevant information. tions in Billericay Carry on with yo~~rpills as prescribed Ralph. "It is most important that if there is any informa- where owners of Derek Morbey tion which shows that a person could be a danger to Charity provides the missing link bicycles were offered Sawbridgeworth themselves or others, or require medication of any Hertfordshire A LONDON based charity The helpline staff also sort, that information should be passed on." security advice and threw open its doors to the have access to an 'ageing Policy guidelines will be issued in due course. postcoding facilities. Devon is heaven police last month to pro- computer' system where an vide a better understanding operator can artificially age I RECEIVED my copy of The Law and I 1 Take your driving skills up a gear as to what support they can a photographic image of a read an article in it from a DC Head of i offer. person to show how they Tavistock. COURSES are being system over the years, we possibly only two or three My late husband George Reid, myself and The National Missing may currently look. This offered for civilians and have not perhaps given courses per year. three sons moved from Takeley to Grays in Persons Helpline founded system was used recently in relatives of police officers those nearest to us the Anyone interested 1947 to 1953 and he became a CID officer three years ago is devoted the Fred West case in wanting to improve their opportunity to improve should complete the when he was sent to Police Station. to finding missing people Gloucestershire. 1 driving techniques and their driving technique and coupon and forward it to I agree with remarks of dirt, rundown houses road safety knowledge. further the road safety him at the Driving in Garys and Tilbury and all around that area. and supporting the families Det Supt Ralph cause closer to home." I could never understand why the grass and left behind. Barrington, head of CID, Known as Driver School. A fact sheet will leaves of plants and trees looked grey after Over 50 trained volun- said: "It is important we Advisory Courses, the Mike needs to know be forwarded to you with schemes have been run by how many people are dates and places to be everything so green at Takeley. teers man the freephone work in partnership with I noticed the pram and babies never seemed 1 the Police Driving School interested as there are a confirmed at a future confidential helpline 0500 clean and then I realised it was the cement this organisation we recog- 1 for over 20 years, primari- limited number of places, time. dust. I remember days when we had smog 700 700 24 hours_ a day, nise the help, support and ly for groups of people, ~IIIIIII~II~IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIDIDIIIIIIIIIII~ badly and we could sweep the cement dust seven days a week. The expertise it offers, it can organised through the from the paths in shovel fulls and a film of charity is committed to only help with the service Council Road Saefty I DRIVING ADVISORY COURSES I grease and oil over everything. I m My late husband was promoted to a uniform helping reunite the estimat- we provide to the commu- 1 Officers. I I sergeant and we moved to in 1957 and ed 250,000 people who go nity." The courses consist of a Yes, I am interested. Please send a fact sheet I to Hadleigh until his retirement in 1967 when missing every year. Anyone who would like series of talks, videos etc :and add my name to your list m I I we came to Devon to live. The charity is always further information on the 1 (at a venue suitable to all), m m Here the grass is green, air fresh and clean and culminate in a visit to pleased to assist the police National Missing Persons i NAME ...... and I certainly wouldn't swap living here for I the Driving School, where I I and can offer a variety of Helpline can contact them m m Grays. I have a lovely view across to there is a demo drive and a m I Dartmoor. unique services such as the on their freephone number spin on the Skid Pan in :TELEPHONE NO ...... : We may have water shortages in summer- I I printing of Missing - Can or can contact SOA Lee your own car under m I time and a bug in our drinking water but Devon I I tuition. is a bit of Heaven oil earth. You Help posters and accel- Robson at Brentwood :I STATION ...... :I Mrs J. Reid erated access to media who Police who is in regular Senior Instructor, Mike I l Newton Abbot Carter, said: "While we I I offer appeal facilities. liaison with the charity. Driving Experience ...... ears. Devon have been busy with this i : bI9IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIDIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIId 6 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 Just how muc

SECRET marriages were the product of strict regulations After great debate, the relevant authorities agreed to pay Essex Chief Constable was persuaded about women within the police service. the pension, and with her marital state now acknowledged, to employ 21 full time members of the Historically women were expected to resign from their Dorothy began to use her married name of Kirk. Women's Auxiliary Police Corps posts in return for tying the knot, a regulation which led to Although, as Dorothy Watson has proved, there were (WAPCs) who again had no police some rebellion. female officers in boroughs, the first county officer in powers. Dorothy Watson (pictured) was a prime example. Born Essex wasn't enlisted until 1946, at which time the criteria One of these WAPC's, Joan Hurley, in 1897, Dorothy became a member of the Women Police was an age of 22 to 35 and single or widowed. went on to become one of the first Essex Service in 19 16, taking LIF b a post in her native Colchester Fen Borough in 1925. At this time police forces were reluctant to recruit Police work was considered an exclusively male pre- will, in fact, be returning to her division early next year as women. however Garrison towns recognised their uses. serve well into the 20th century with many stations relying a special guest at the opening of the new Harlow Police 111 I937 Dorothy, by then a sergeant, broke regulations on the wives of policemen to care for any female prisoners. Station. by getting hitched to constable colleague David Kirk. During the First World war groups of female uniformed It was not until the 1975 Sex Discrimination Act abol- It wasn't until 1944, wI ien David was killed in action, volun teers atrollc my and Dorothy applied for a widow's pension, that the shock- warnillg girl of the ers o ing news was revealed. These volunteers liased with police but had no power of arrest. the Force did, however. contribute to their uniforms Pictured right is the secret wedding ceremony of and supplied them with a notebook. Dorothy Watson and David Kirk. Inset: Joan Hurley In 1941. a few year's prior to the first recruits, the one of the first regular women police officers in Essex. changing. it's not right that both men and women have to change i,n the same place. Male officer, HQ FSU No regrets

"I COME to work, I do my job and go HERE was a time when women in the police force were left 'holding ti home. I've never expected preferen- Tnursemaid to other members of the fairer sex. tial treatment." They are the words of the highest Equality has evolved in leaps and I L prominent role." ranking woman officer in Essex Police, bounds over the years. BU~within Feature by In fact, there a Superintendent Joan Eason. The the police service are women get- can't be unde~ Southend based officer is adamant she includes rural s ting a fair deal or has the issue of Kim White order and raoid c has never been exposed to any dis- I 1 - crimination during her years in the equality gone TOO far? and also available for police service and says she is proud to In terms of numbers Essex Police is Ian Deal I Insp Doyland I have reached her high status. on a par with the national average - the work every( fairly upfront an "When I joined 30 years ago it was about 13 per cent, but attitudes are number of applications received from female unusual for women to join the police women expect! somewhat more difficult to c.alculate. officers. for a career so 1 didn't then expect to involved to the There is no doubt there are male officers To qualify for the unit officers must hold a reach my rank. Today is different, response driving permit and must also, as part counterparts." part time working and career breaks Supt Joan Eason still of the opinion that police work isn't of the selection process, undertake a basic Two out of the help a woman but it is still quite diffi- women's work, and female counterparts inated to becomc the appointed first firearms course. cult being a police officer on shift and who feel they are discriminated against on ers, not because I Chief Constable. "I wish her every Inspector Kevin Doyland told The Law: looking after a family." the grounds of sex. they were though good for her, I wish it had "There is an operational role for women in Supt Eason retires later this month The question is how much is a realistic Said Insp Doyl and says she would like to see more been me, she made the choice and the problem and how much is a perceived prob- their own right and particularly in the opportunity was there", said Supt if the proportion "competent" woman fill the place she lem? Are women letting perception and not firearms field. Eason. equal. Two to th~ leaves behind. reality stand in the way of their careers? "If we are running covert operations we Admitting she will be sad to retire create a better WC she says: u~h~opportunities are One unit which still appears to be a male need to establish a degree of normality, and a the Joan said: "1 wish I was 30 years understand that there if a wants to go for it." bastion, boasting just three women, is the couple in a car or in a crowded High Street Joan Eason started her police career younger and starting again, preferably shift may make a Force Support Unit. There are 42 men. provides far better camouflage than a group in Lancashire, coincidentally the home at lated." Each year the unit is disappointed by the of men. In that respect women play a very Res The unit w~llnc Dispelling the myth of the 'male bastion' E:::::::::Brown and Lynda any women con; THE provision of child care facilities is situation is concerning, but women who leave to have children. anyone having re$ one way to entice experienced female when the figures are analysed He explained: "The HMI highlighted the Current Equal officers back into specialist posts, vision has a high fact that there is one female officer work- Woodhouse agrec according to a recent report carried out attributes that men have. They don't ntage of eligible ing part-time after maternity leave. and the culture on the Traffic Division by an Essex offi- have the ability to push and shove and female officers. "It may be that it is cheaper to re-employ a moves are underu cer. "Having said trained, experienced officer and have some As well as the c stand up to the yobs in our society. But form of child care facility, than to lose the organisation, therc Her Majesty's Inspectors were disap- Essex Police should king at encouraging wealth of knowledge and skills together with give female (and I pointed, during visit\ earlier this year, by female officers to the cost of training a replacement probation- ty to see what lif the small representation of female officers and tragedies and passing agonies" er, who may also leave." entails. on Traffic, just 4 per cent. join specialist departments nviting them away Head of Traffic Division, Superintendent Said Jan: "We As a result Rayleigh sergeant Mark from their traditional Des McGarr is also keen to see more women there are any pa Furneaux carried out some research and taking an interest. At the time,of his roles or encouraging women officers f~ compiled a report. He said: "We have some of the most effi- posts or promotic research there were 270 men and l more probationers to consider Traffic as an A number of female officers were inter- cient and productive women officers on they're happy beid women on the division. option later in their service." viewed by Mark and their reasons for not Traffic who enjoy the work. It is stressful and "As an organis Those actually eligible to apply (two As well as the more obvious recornmen- applying to join Traffic ranged from not not everyone's cup of tea but no woman offi- developing and s years or more service) totalled 276 and of dations as a working party to look at wanting to carry guns (as ARV officers), those just 50 had the required driving abili- cer should feel inhibited. and we are not lo options, a more detailed survey of women, "I am keen to increase the number of the n not knowing about car mechanics and the ty (Response Trained). but clearly we Open Days and attachments, Mark also right quality female officers on the division remove unnecessa poor attitudes of traffic officers. Mark points out: "On the face of it, the recommends greater encouragement for and welcome applications." that may be put in THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 7 Constable or kissogram? ONE officer who has taken a particular interest in police equality is Inspector Chris Bainbridge at Harlow. On a part-time basis Chris recently completed a A higher percentage of married women showed an inter- Master of Arts in Women's Studies with her disserta- est in promotion than single women. tion entitled Constable or Kissogram? - It was, however, also made clear that officer's with ~~~l~~~~i~~of ~~~~~~~~~~~i~~~of police women, longer service were suffering from past discriminations with 16 years chriswas, in fact, Equal when it came to career development. Opportunities Officer before Ian Watson was employed. One woman said: "Becailse of obstacles in my path in It was during this period in her career and her work the early years I gave up plannirlg for a while ...my fourth alongside that chris became of an under- application for a CID selection course in 1984 was representation of women in posts and a lack of "binnedd" by my boss, after receiving a glowing recommen- will,ngness for them to themselves up for selection, dation from a detective sergeant. My boss wanted me to be As a result a survey was carried out in 1993 questioning " all constables who had more than two years and Similar worrying comment\ were made on the subject of , weren't in specialist posts, a total of 179. specialist posts. said wanted to find out from them why they "There are plenty of women in this job with skills for weren't applying, and the results made interesting read- specialised posts who should be appointed and would be if ing." it wasn't for the :jobs for the boys' nt~itudcof some, not Seventy per cent of the women surveyed responded. Of "'I, senior officers." those, 72 per cent had made career considerations and Another believed it was "not what ~OLIknow but who per cent had an interest in promotion. YOLI know". When the different available posts were looked at in

Insp Bainbridge said: "There is still the issue of what is aby' or playing women's work. it does still tend to be gendered. However, It's the there is a new breed of officer coming through now with a new breed of training. "There has been a vast improvement and probably on numbers both sides. Women perhaps have more confidence and feel roles on the unit which more comfortable in the more general role of police offi- I by females. Work which cer, and men are becoming used to patrolling with Ilance, level 2 public women." ~ndraids. Openings are There is no job within the police service, according to le divers. count? Insp Bainbridge, that women aren't capable of carrying ned: "By the nature of out, and physical ability isn't necea\arily an issue when Total there are women larger and stronger than some male offi- i the unit needs to be 25 18 men cers. joing. And each of the Insp Bainbridge said: "It does of course have to be the ake a chance and be 438 women right woman, but there is certainly a myth of what women : extent as their male Superintendents are and aren't capable of doing." 30 men But is Essex Police doing it right'? have in fact been nom- "The Force has put an awlful lot of effort into raising 1 woman awareness and it has to have some impact on people's sen- k-Kuf and baton train- Chief Inspectors sitivity. But you will never get rid of the ar,wment com- re women, but because 46 men pletely," said Insp Bainbridge. : the best for the job. "It has been argued that until there is at least 40 per cent I would be quite happy 0 women of women in any organisation you won't be able to affect n to women were more Inspectors changes in culture." a shift would no doubt 127 men environment and I can 13 women the only female to a Sergeants GENDER awareness train- recruitment programme. )an feel somewhat iso- ing is pushing the message "The police service is still 448 men home to Essex Police that seen by many people. par- 27 women discrimination in the work- ticularly many outsiders, as place will not be tolerated. a male dominated job. rations Constables Assistant Chief Many women do not wish 1862 men Constable (Personnel and for advertisements to delib- I down anyone wishing Training), Jim Conlan said: erately infer women are :hment and the three 397 women "We have an on-going pro- especially invited to apply. gramme of equal opportu- If they are appointed the 1 Blackman, Wendy Traffic nities and gender aware- perception may be they ris will gladly speak to 265 men ness training for Pc's, Sgt's achieved their appointment ng an application or and support staff. purely because they are a Ions. I l women Inspectors and their civilian woman." equivalents have been However the ACC said ~rtunitiesOfficer, Jan CID through two day courses on senior officers were not t it is the perceptions 108 men equal opportunities. In a blinkered to the problem of needs changing and 33 women nutshell, we are a police women coming forward to achieve this. service where everyone has take up FSU got to be treated fairly and ..we a,.e listening the :S currently run by the and we need to be Aans for 'open days' to 42 men c~ncernsexpressed by ~ffi- cers and are acting an those officers the opportuni- 3 women tunate words,w! concerns. Special open I specialist post really Dog Sections ~~t the ACC admitted dayoor women are abolition of discrimination proposed and we are firmly And Jan reiterates the point that Essex Police 44 men to find out whether was not an easv2 oath1~ and behind such sensible ar reasons deterring is not attempting to meet any set targets. 1 2 women I the problem starts in the suggektions." mpeting for specialist "While we want to see a more equal number Mounted Section of women in post, setting targets can lead peo- might simply be that 6 men stables. ple to thinking women are only being hired to "The are more old women in 1 woman we are committed to meet those targets - tokenism. this force wearing trousers ing all of our people "It's a question of culture and getting people Part-timers to single out women, to look at their attitudes. This is still the root of 1 man than there are skirts." ~orkto identify and a lot of problems and something which needs to 34 women Female officer, Southend 1 unjustifiable barriers be addressed more within the individual work- way." place." 8 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 Essex TV team To commute commuteto make the news POLICE officers approach- ing retirement have many decisions to face, many of them of a financial nature. THE Essex Police Television Unit has received a national 1 By Jenny Grinter Perhaps the first decision award for its monthly in-force news programme Focus. Mind your , is whether to co~nln~itepart -3 from those we actually produce it for - if of the pension for a lump It is the second year running the unit Head of Essex Police's Press and has won the In-Force News category the officers and support staff of Essex Information department, ChIInsp Bob \urn or to take the full pen- Police enjoy it and find it informative, own business hion. in the Police Review/JVC Police Hayes said: "The awards reflect the con- Video awards. that's very rewarding." sistently high standard of video produc- The Column of the Ex-Essex As the vast majority of Essex police is also ~i~hl~The judges said Drntvitlg rhr Litze police officers opt for that tion achieved by the TV unit, and all the Police Business Association. Colnlnended in the Training Category filmed a difficult subject very well. "It lump sum this would seem team are to be commended for their pro- for its 10.minute video D,.~~~.;,~,~the wasvery clear in its message, the conti- fessionalism." a fairly simple matter. It is JOHN VINEY Liue which defines the responsibilities nuity was superb, there was a good The unit has now won nine awards in worth bearing in mind. Strong voice over, a good ~~mmingUp at of police drivers, particularly in pursuit the annual Police ReviewlJVC competi- We will all miss John, who passed however. that there are dis- situations. the end, a tight edit - all in al! a very tion since 1987. away last week after a long illness. advantages as well as There were 100 entries for this "ear's effective package." Being a founder member and our advantages and individual awards. which were presented in first treasurer his inspiration and wit circumstances sho~lldbe London last week. will always by fondly remembered. taken into account. The judges praised the winning FOCUS There's no clowning around in Our best wishes and deepest sym- First consider some of video as being "the blueprint of what in- pathy go to his wife, Teresa. the advantages: force news should be". They said: Flexibility - a large sum "Focus follows the format of national AGM gives far more flexibility, news programmes - it features a very repeatable here(!) - he has already more options. than an extra professional panel of presenters and THIS colourful character is the product The first year of the Association was i of the creative talents of the Crime endeared himself to section manager few f iooo per year. keeps its news stories short, punchy and considered to be very successful informative." Statistics section, who teamed up to John Stanbrook, who was presented with with members forging their own Investment - the lump Focus producers Phi1 Kenchington and assemble him in their spare time. the clown to celebrate Crime Stats being business futures. gaining personal I suln can be inv~stedto 1 Jo Curtis said: "It's great to have won, Although he has not yet been given an awarded the coveted kite mark and cer- experience with the exchange of *' replace the income lost but what counts most is the reaction official name - his pet names are not tificate of the British Standards Institute. ideas and receiving advice and guid- whilst still giving the The BSI's international accreditation ance from the many specialist guest PI-ospect of some capital of IS0 9002 was formally presented to speakers who gave presentations at growth in the future. Mr Stanbrook, by Chief Constable, John our meetings. Tax Free - the lump sum Burrow and follows 18 months hard The concept of the Association comes tax free - the extra work. continues to be governed by the pension benefit, if taken. Mr Stanbrook said: "The Crime needs of the members and a second Statistics section is committed to quality year is eagerly anticipated to provide would be taxable at your even more usefill assistance to all. highest rate. throughout its activities and strives to continuously improve the service it The Officers of the Association Dependants - in the continue as before with the excep- offers to its customers. event of your death. the tion of a new Treasurer, lan Wright. dependants still have the "However, it has been crucial that we should not change any of our working benefit of the lump sum. practices without good reason and any RETIRED OR but the widowis pension is changes that we have made have been to RETIRING SOON? not reduced. (Different improve our control over the quality of r~~lesapply to widowers). the statistics," he added. Spending - part of the You do not have to be employed or The setting up of a formal quality con- actually retired to join the fun of planning for retire- trol system prompted close examination Association. if you are approaching ment is looking forward to of what the section does and why. retirement or have retired but are what you are going to do. As a result, the section is now in a looking for ideas as to what to do Why not reserve some of strong position to continue offering a then who better than to speak to than that lump for a special holi- quality service to Essex Police, the those who have seen it. done it and day - you deserve it! Home Office and public, using existing got the T shirt. What about the disad- and new technology, said Mr Stanbrook. Contact Dick Bloomfield or Bob vantages? The BSI accreditation has been Craven for a run down on the achieved with the help of independent Association. You will be surprised Statistics - these can be what you can gain from it. used to prove anything. consultant Ron Ibbitson, whose advice However, it is a fact that on has been invaluable, he said. Mrs Jennifer Luscombe, average, a retiring police THE LAW Administration Services Manager, com- officer lives for over twen- mented: "This is a well-deserved award The issue of Tllr Ltrw that showed ty five years. So Y~LIstand that recognises and validates the sec- the diverse occupations of our mem- to get more money overall tion's work towards continuous bers was a tremendous boost to pro- if you take the full pension. improvement in its practices and proce- moting their skills and the aims of (This. however. ignores the dures." the Association. fact that you can invest the The knitted clown was the result of a Several new members have joined lump sum to make it grow, team effort by the staff in Crime Stats since then and hopefully some or provide an additional and features a number of departmental increase in customers has resulted. income. often on a more in-jokes, as well as references to the tax efficient basis). award. XMAS GATHERING The Police Mutual @ Our next meeting on Wednesday 13 Society is an incorporated The unnamed December 1995 is to be twinned friendly society regulated clown marks an with Xmas Lunch at The Crown Inn, by the Personal award-winning Apply now for Holiday Fund Sandon. Investment Authority. department. Commencing at 12 midday we THE Holiday Fund for 1996 begins on means to saving for annual holidays. will be holding a short meeting fol- January 15 and application forms will Subscriptions are deducted at source from lowed by a three course meal at a shortly be forwarded to every current salaries and the amount cannot be changed cost of & 12 per head. Search for body members and spare forms to Divisional during the year. New members will be welcome. Admin Offices. Three quarters of a members yearly enti- Contact Bob Craven on 01702 A VAST search of a field in Wethersfield failed When completed they should be returned 5 1 1567 for the appropriate forms. to reveal the body of a young girl thought to be tlement may be withdrawn on written buried there. to Mr L. Seals c10 Sports Club Office, application between April 1 and NEW MEMBERS & ENQUIRIES Three days were spent digging the field after Southend Police Station by no later than September 30. a teenager told Metropolitan Police Child Saturday, December 9. At least 14 days notice of requirements Contact Dick Bloomfield - Secretary Protection officers that she had witnesses the All existing participants must complete a on TelIFax 0 1702 202959. burial back in 199 I. new application form. must be given for withdrawals. The Bob Craven, The allegation could not be linked with any The fund is open to police officers and remaining quarter will be paid early Assistant Secretary existing missing person nationally. civilian employees and is intended as a December without application. THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 9 Essex on target to meet objectives ESSEX Police is pleased with its getting and preventing crimes which tent criminals. The second part of the objective achievements in quality policing are a problem in a particular area. Essex Police did receive 2,747 let- focused on how promptly we attend- published last month in Her Here Essex Police was able to identi- ters of appreciation from the public ed immediate response incidents. Majesty's Chief Inspector of fy many areas being singled out writing in relation to the service we The target being 12 minutes for Constabulary's annual report. including drugs, drunkeness and provide. urban areas and 16 minutes for rural The report for the first time includ- public order. The final objective looked at two areas, it was acheived 85.4% of the ed all police forces performance Car Crime showed an encouraging areas, firstly the percentage of 999 against the Home Secretary's five fall in offences 15.1% down on the time, calls answered within the Essex Assistant Chief Constable, Jim key objectives for 199415. previous year while burglaries too Police target of 10 The first two objectives dealt with dropped by 20.7% from 17,556 to Dickinson, said: "The acheivements A VIDEO, showing increasing the detection rate of vio- 13,921. Though the figure 'lightly in crime reduction and the detection from 87.8% in 199314 to 84.6%, this evidence of a nightclub lent crimes and burglaries. Essex Police had not conducted of offences reflects not on,y on the year there were The force performed well in both surveys into the fourth objective - to 51000 members of Essex Police, but is also brawl in Southend, has handled by the service. areas with an increase in detections provide high visibility policing to a reflection on the spirit of co-opera- led to four successful A survey carried out by Essex in both categories - violent crime reassure members of the public. tion and partnership being developed + convictions and an detections rose from 74.5% to 76.3% However, the service is seeking to Police showed 92.5% of callers were within Essex reduce crime' We award for the technical while the burglary detection rate rose achieve an appropriate balance satisfied or very satisfied with the expertise of two HQ greatly from 25.8% to 33.3%. between high quality policing and way they were dealt with on the will continue improve the based support staff. The third objective looked at tar- operations aimed at arresting persis- phone. we provide to the people of Essex." David White, from the Television Unit, and Ken Linge, from Photo- graphic, were able to ing an incident of violent disorder, and provide photographic and facial trial mapping evidence for Chelmsford Crown PURCHASES of protective vests have being put on a hold More small shields are to be purchased Court. By Kim White following feedback from officers who Recognised while a new style of vest is developed by Metropolitan Police. have used them in violent situations. The vest, known as a Metvesr, is The Metvest is both ballistic and There are currently two shields in the Last month the two being kept under wraps while the pro- stabproof, unlike our current vests, and lower level protection than boot of all response vehicles and the addi- were recognised for their totype is being made, but members of is designed to be lighter and more com- the national Handard. It tional purchases will enable all marked contain other advantages. achievements by receiv- the Essex Officer Safety group are fortable. vehicles to be equipped. In the meantime, as a result of a SUr- Meanwhile, those officers not yet ing commendations for aware of certain claims. The drawback is that it achieves a ..- - vey finished in June, there are currently trained to use the new Quik-Kufs caw their high quality work. 180 of our standard vest5 on division. cupsc.1 to bc trrr~ncdonce baton training David White said: has finihhed. "This isn't our usual type of work but it is impor- \vill be field the vest with Defen\i\e Skills. Instructors. will be tasked tant to use high quality aim of completingtheir evaluation in to exchange them tor current Issue. An externally worn equipment belt has video equipment when January. Staff officer, MSD, Sgt Chris been trialed in the county with attache- using video for evidential ments for radio, torch, first aid pack and purposes. Macintosh, said: "The bottom line is the new cuffs. Holders for the new batons that this vest promises to be better than "Video is an ever also fit the belt. anything currently on offer and it's Some officers have said that it was increasing medium for worth waiting to see what the facts are gathering intelligence. I uncomfortable worn with the leather belt before we purchase." so an 'inner' belt has been designed and is feel quite embarrassed to The Officer Safety Group, chaired by being trialled. receive the award but it's ACC Jim Conlan, is also keen to update ~i~views or ideas with regard to nice to have the diversity officers on the shield and Quik-Kuf equipment should be sent to Sgt Chris of the TV Unit's ability situation. Macintosh at HQ MSD. acknowledged." Ken Linge said the facial mapping system, which provides a new Essex Police Band way of electronically lay- ing one picture over Annual Christmas another to prove points of similarity, was an exciting concerts 1995 development in the effec- tive use of CCTV footage. WHEN large nurt Office. cais.important to remember that with Evidence men, ambulanoer, a feeling of per- th~nglike this there is no right and white hard hats gather together, 11 IS elther wron@pxayofWhgthings. Y- Mumday, veceii&erq-W "The evidence gathered because of a major incident at a building to be presented with a situation and you from surveillance cam- site, or because someone has spent the will deal with it. If you make a mistake & eras can only be put to past 18 months planning a multi-agency today, learn from it. That is what it is all exercise! about." Tuesday, December 19 good evidential use with At the former RAF base at Wethersfield Section Officer Derek Hopkins the use and development there was just such a gathering for said he hoped all those taking part in the at of this system. It's nice to Exrrcisr Sprcinl Reserve, when Essex exercise would find something in it to have recognition for the Specials teamed up with volunteers from which they could relate and he urged 7.30pm work we do," he said. the Essex Fire and Rescue Service and St everyone to 'get into your roles'. John Ambulance to put their training to DS Martin Poole from Taking Derek at his word was his wife the test. Julie who, at short notice, and with no pre- Southend CID said: "The Devised by Braintree Divisional Officer vious experience of this type of exercise, Marconi Social Club people attacked in this John Salmon, the exercise involved rival played the part of an hysterical mother incident refused to make protest groups clashing in the High Street, whose baby had been trapped in a burning Beehive Lane, Chelmsford any statements and so the with a multi-vehicle fatal road accident car. successful prosecution giving this volatile public order situation So realistic was Julie's performance that its tlashpoint. many observers agreed she deserved an Admission $3 relied solely on the With the Casualty Union making their Oscar! strength of the video and own gruesome contribution to the may- Insp Mike Smith, from Witham, was on the facial mapping sys- hem and other volunteers throwing them- hand to see fair play and to record the Tickets for December 18 available direct from tem. If it had not been selves into the fray with enthusiasm, the event on video for future training sessions. for the video there would Specials taking part in this exercise had He said afterwards that it had been a Marconi Social Club on 01245 269422 their work cut out to keep the situation good chance for co-operation between the not had been a convic- under control. services taking part. Tickets for December 19 available from tion." DO Salmon told the 'players' at the pre- "We rarely get opportunities to get Four local men were exercise briefing: "The purpose of the together, but when we do, we work Pc Bill Brightmore, Chelmsford Traffic. each sentenced for two exercise is team building. For the fire ser- together well," he said, adding that he had Cheques with SAE made payable years for violent disorder, vice, it is something you do all the time, been very impressed by the amount of but my officers do not get a lot of oppor- GBH and ABH. effort put into the exercise by all those to Essex Police Band. tunity for that. who took part." 3 10 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 THE fifth anniversary of IPA Erfurt (ex East Simpson on one of his many travels. Germany) was a very successful event. Friday, February 9 - Our annual dinner is to I managed not only to represent Essex but the be held at the New Times Inn, Tiptree. BMW KIOOLT 1989, 'G' Passat continental head- whole of the British section, resplendent in my Arrangements are being made for the Force coach touring motorcycle, red, lights, 1989, £30. Contact uniform with stripes and my old collar number. to be available to convey those who so wish to superb condition, f4,000. Mr Newbury on 01245 Ripper tour on January 26. travel from HQ and back. Contact Paul Mower on 266335. Also present in uniform was an officer from The AGM will be at Southend bar on February 01 279 368 160 or 01992 MEGA drive games, F22, Latvia. Our conversation was limited as my 5 (be pleased to see more members there). Friday, March 8 - This will be a home venue. 8931 I I. Super Thunder Blade, German friend, who spoke Russian, translated to Gordon Oakley Arrangements are being made for a person to give CARAVAN top box. 1.3m World of Illusions, f 15 my Dutch friend in German so that he could inter- ONCE again the festive season draws near and a talk on a matter interesting to all. Anyone who x 0.8m. white. £75. each. Echo the Dolphin, pret into English. arrangements have been made for our annual get may know such a person should contact Dick Contact John Green on £20, Mortal Combat £25. I did learn that they hope to start an IPA branch together to be held in The Barn, Sandon, adjoining Giggins. 01371 875841. Contact Karen on 01621 in Latvia. 1 think I also conveyed that I collect the Police Dog Section on Friday, December 15. Members may have already received a letter on CYPRUS. Limassol. One 855635. police hats and I await a parcel with a Latvian I am sure you will not be disappointed with the the Edinburgh Tattoo, from Friday, August 16 to bedroom apartment, sleeps OPEN University. Would postmark. chosen venue. It will be classed as an American Monday August 19. four. from f 150 per week. anyone who has done Our treasurer and Peter have entertained an IPA Supper, with the ladies preparing their usual deli- Staying at a good quality hotel in Northumbria, Contact John Green on course EU208 contact Ex member from Kenya. Helen met him whilst on casies, with the men supplying the drink. for three nights on a bed, breakfast and evening 0137 1 875841 for further Sgt David Matthams on holiday. Do come along and make it an enjoyable meal basis, Saturday would probably be spent in details. 0 1376 345328. Another visit to the Ceremony of the Keys at evening. There is ample car parking facilities. Edinburgh and the evening at the Tattoo. DRUM tuition lessons in RACING bike Titanium the Tower was enjoyed by members from Mid Forthcoming events: I understand the cost would be £123 per person all styles. jazz, rock etc. Dynatel as new. Suit gent .=? Essex and South East Essex. Such was the Friday, January 19 - The AGM to be held in plus the cost of the entry to the Tattoo, expected One to one tuition. Contact 5ft Sins to 6ft worth £800, demand for places that another visit is booked for the Function Room of the new Sports and Social to be between £ 12 to £14. Anyone interested Garry on 0 162 1 855635. ' will sell for £500. Contact February 27. We also have in mind a Jack the please contact our Social Secretary Dick Giggins. FOR sale. Ford Escort Simon Payne at Harlow. Pavilion at HQ. Followed by a talk from Peter 1.7D. 'L'Reg. 1993, good SWAGMAN motorcycle condition. many extras. saddlebags, f20. Top Tek three year warranty. Spectra open face helmet E7.750 ono. Contact and visor, white, f50. Kieron Dale on 01245 SEGA mega drive, fully 2236 16 or 0 1245 326585. boxed, including two joy FOR sale. Large 4 bed pads and five games, £99. detached house frontinp Great Christmas present. marina on River Contact Karen on 0 162 1 Blackwater, . 855635. Space for boat, caravan. THREE bedroomed E85.500. Contact Edna houhe, attached garage, Bennett on 0 1702 302773. UVPC glazed, brick shed, FOR sale. Mobile home rear patio, gas heating, sited at , two Rayleigh, £ 69,995. beds. lounge. dining room. Contact Paul Lamb on kitchen. central heating. 01 268 778400, ext 33424. garden. f40.000. Contact TRITON power shower, Ann at Brentwood on still under guarantee com- 0 1277 2623- 12. plete with pump etc, 5\25, FREEZER chest. 3ft Contact Pc Rowe on ext ON Tuesday, September 5, I deeps. 3ft by 2ft wide. 58141. arrived in Toronto, canada, to Contact Mark Osborne on TRIUMPH Bonne Ville undertake some work on behalf 0 1245 32 1770 or 69288. TI40V, 1976, MOT, UK of the Ontario Provincial GOOD homes wanted for and US tanks, recent over- cats and kittens. Contact haul, alloy rims, powder My arrival followed the crash Rescue boat christened the 'Peter Benge' in memory of former Southend officer. TOP 11 Miss Parsonson on 0 1206 coated frame, electronic of the RAF plane in Lake LEFT: peter B~~~~, 2 1 1237. ignition, new Ontario the previous weekend. Television and the media were KAWASAKI GPX 600R. valveslguides. excellent running in relation predominantly with drug inves- remember him, including 1988. 'F' reg, full service condition, £2,500 ono. to the search which was tigations. I know he was held ,n Albert Garner, who served with history. MOT, tax, 19,900 Contact Mr Newbury on , place for [he crew of [he plane, very high esteem for the work him in Toronto and Fred genuine miles. whitelred. 01245 266335. he undertook in this area. superb condition, f2,300 TWO bedroom Victorian - ~~~i~~ this I became'aware THE annual dinner held at the Arlington [hat ~~~~~~~li~~~T~~~~~~ Sadly, about three years ago, Rooms on October 12 was, despite a ono. Contact Pc Spink at terrace house in , I became aware that Peter.had police were engaged in the small drop in numbers, one of the best. Harlow Traffic on 01279 good condition, great loca- been unwell and was sufferin0 :rness of the Miners search and, as part their The meal was excellent and Syd 641221. tion, £39.500. Contact from cancer. He transferre: :e is still there. search procedures, they were Uren's entertainment kept the evening LODGER requil-ed to John Denton, 'B' shift, from the Morality Squad to the share house in Witham. Harlow. using a turbo.propelled boat going throughout, and everyone on their which had been designed for Marine Unit which completed a Large size bedroom share WANTED for charity - circle - before he joined they were before the that it use o f shop in Chelmsford, winter rescues named the 'Peter An added bonus (for me at least) was Benge'. Southend Borough Police he e. My fear with the ties frI bathroom/kitchen/lounge clothes, books, toys, bric- was a licensed pilot on the htlingsea situation is to see quite a few new faces, both mem- etc. E300 pcm inclusive of a-brac. Collection can be Peter Benge was a police or whj bers and their guests. I have arranged a officer who joined Southend River Thames. with every day that exisitiq all bills except telephone. arranged. Contact Rod Whilst in Canada I was able .,,,, shall be experi- tentative date for next year, subject to For details contact Clare on 52008 or 0 1245 Borough Police in the early l cad committee approval, which is October 60s. emigrating to Canada to to obtain a copy of the obituary g [he salme ill-feeling th~sar Philippa on 01 376 5205 16 250826. of Staff Inspector Peter Benge 24. ermobile 0378 068297. WANTED. Enamel join the Metropolitan Toronto change. Whilst on the subject of dates, I have and a photo of the boat named -( K-REG Ford Granada badges. Collector requires Police in 1966. from th arranged the Winter Social at Southend I met him in Canada in 1985 after him. I know there will be Scorpio, black, leather, full all types especially ASP How Police Club on Wednesday, February 21, when he was then serving with some members of the old service history, CD, stereo, memorabilia. Contact Sgt who bo at 8pm. the Morality Squad, dealing Borough Force, who will alarm immobiliser. air Jed Stopher at HQ FU on I notified., Last but not lease, we welcome a num- i ber of new members to the branch - Ron condition, £7.600. Contact YAMAHA 750 motor- and Francis Kelsey, Tony and Pauline Pc Gardner at Brentwood. bike, 1988, taxed and test- Moore and, on their return from the LEATHER motorcyle ed. very good condition, wilds of Norfolk, Ken and Josephine jacket, TT leathers, 38-40 £2,200 ono. Contact Kevin John does a runner Sylvester. chest as new. f65. VW Ferreron01371 876413. Brian Taylor THE OLDEST level two trained inspector in the grandchildren and continuing his involvement in I VERY much regret that due to circum- county, possibly the country, is hanging up his church voluntary work. stances beyond our control the Christmas shield at the grand age of 53. Social planned for December 8 this year ESSEX Police extends its good wishes to the fol- will not be held. I have written to all Energetic Inspector John McCabe, who has lowing officers and support staff who are retiring those people who had already booked spent the last l0 months of his service at Supt Joan Eason, Southend, 30 years (5.12.95). and refunded their money. Brightlingsea, says he had no pleasure in coming Insp Gordon Nisbet, Basildon, 30 years We hope that next year the situation into conflict with the local people but was proud (16.11.95). will have been clarified as to the bar at with how professionally he and his colleagues Sgt Keith Hardy, Laindon Traffic, 30 years Headquarters and that we will once again dealt with the situation. (10.12.95). be able to get together. John, who has managed to survive 34 years of Ds Tony Rulten, CSB, 30 years (30.1 1.95). I am pleased to report that we had a very pleasant trip to Granada Studios in non-stop shift work, met his wife Heather when he DC David Watson, Special Branch, 27 years, (4.12.95) October, during which we visited was stationed at Brentwood, Heather was also sta- Pc Michael Ager, Braintree, 26 years (7.8.95). Holmfirth where some of our friends tioned there as a special constable. Pc Julian Cooper, Witham, 33 years (23.11.95). were caught on camera with Compo Now after a tour of the county, John finishes his Pc Raymond Finch, Stanway Traffic, 32 years whilst others visited Sid's Cafe. service in Clacton, the town where he was born. (13.1 1.95). We enjoyed a trip down Coronation He intends to carry on with his keep fit activities Pc Paul Blake, Stansted Airport, 28 years Street, visited various studio departments including race walking and Croker Cup events and (26.1 1.95). and had a lively debate in the House of '1 Name and Rank ...... I is already planning to run in the 1997 London Pc Stephen MaCregor, Southend, 25 years Commons. On the way home on Sunday I I we called at Eyam and Bakewell in the ,Station ...... ,Home Tel ...... I Marathon. (19.1 1.95). John who lives in Colchester, is also looking Mrs K. Hibberd, Harlow Process, 25 years Peak District. I Date ...... Signed ...... I Doug Rampling LI-IIII-lll--l~ll-lJ forward to spending more time with his two (1.7.95). THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995 11 P LAW SPORT... LAW SPORT ... LAW SPORT ... LAW SPORT ... LAW SPORT County Force Sports Association team run A BRAND new purpose built sports pavilion was officially opened at police headquarters last Boxing out of luck month, providing the best in sport and leisure facilities. boxer THERE were mixed for- Built at cost of around £300,000, the 'L' shaped Pc. Daniel Stoten will rep- resent the British Police tunes for the Essex complex boasts two welcoming bars, a sport shop, and against the British Army Police squad in the first a general functton room available free of charge for on Thursday I h November race of the season at weddings etc. Welwyn. in London. The building was officially opened by Chairman Of While the 'A' team packed three into the first The Police Authority, Councillor Richard Boyd. Duathlon The pavilion, partly funded by the sports shop, can six, there was some reason The Police Duathlon for rejoicing, but there was be used by any member of the Sports Association. % Championships held in little else to celebrate as Anyone who would like further information on the Cleveland on Sunday 8 most of the others lan- Sports Pavilion should contact the Force Sports Richard Boyd unveils a plaque marking the opening of the pavilion October (six mile run, 23 guished well down in the Secretary, Pc. Chris Jacob on extension 58888. field and the women faileJ with Essex Chief Constable, John Burrow. mile cycle and three mile to put out a full team. l run) - won by Pc. Mike Trying to be positive, Kliskey, Air Support Unit. however, the performances of Martin Gormley (2nd). Women's Mick Bond (3rd), and Mike Rugby Kliskey (6th) were all wol-- Football Union thy of note and if we can Essex hockev teams provide some good quality West Yorkshire Police back-up for the remainder are seeking to form a of the season, Essex might British Police Women's figure in the honours. It was nevertheless disap- Rugby Football Union pointing that both the mens Section. Anyone interest- 'B' team and the ladies ed should contact Chris were one runner short. are on the ball Jacob on extension 58888. The next SEPAA race is Croker Cup today (November 15) at ESSEX Police Men's Hockey Club have reputation is of the highest. (Debbie Grainger and Wendy Brown) in the Oxford and the next home gone from strength to strength since They travel to Hampshire, as we go to press, first 15 minutes. FOOTBALL - Tendring fixture is on Thursday, joining the Adnams League this season. for the next round of the PAA and a win there Unfortunately, at the same time Theresa beat Thurrock. > December 14. Race stal-t Lucas hobbled off the pitch with an injury The team is unbeaten in five games are cur- will give them a place in the zone final for the TABLE TENNIS - time is 2.30pm but help to a calf muscle, leaving Essex with just 10 seco,nd year running, something which has Headquarters beat would be appreciated before rently top of their division. The 'Esprit de players. never previously been achieved in the club's and after with marking out Corps' generated from playing every Saturday There was some excellent team play and Basildon. and collecting in equipment. has spilled over to the PAA competition and history. by half time a third goal by Kay Blackman Harlow received a If you fancy some extra this year Essex have knocked out two of the This year's achievements would not be pos- had gone in. walkover against races then you could try the favourite sides beating Gloucester 4- 1 after sible without the support of supervisors all over Rayleigh. delights of RAF Marham extra time, and Devon and Cornwall 5- 1. the county who allowed officers the time off to Tactics DARTS - Tendring beat (November 22) and the attend matches and I would like to thank them Ray leigh. Some excellent performances from Matt In the second half Essex consolidated their UEA in Norwich BILLIARDS - Southend brooking and Mark Shaw have earned them on behalf of the team. position with the whole team giving 100 per (December 6). Speak to mentions in the local press and the team's Geordie Tyson. cent with some excellent passing and switch- beat Tendring. Harlow Roy Kebhell for details. ing tactics between the halves and the for- received a walkover wards. against Rayleigh. Success over The goals continued to go in, scorers being SNOOKER - Southend Bev ~ennin~,Sue ~arrisonand anothe; beat Harlow. Thames Valley three from Debbie Grainger, which included GOLF - At Stisted Golf a penalty flick. Club on 28 September - THE start of the 1995196 season saw the The game concluded with an unfortunate First Braintree. then ladies and men of Essex Police amalgamat- incident, a minute and a half before full Southend and Colchester. ing. time, with Kay Blackman and the Thames BADMINTON - At The men have joined a league and play Valley goalkeeper colliding in the penalty Westcliff on 25 October - their games on a Saturday, the ladies are area, Kay having put the ball in the net. The attempting to play their games on a goal stood, but Kay was left injured with a First Headquarters, then Sunday, opting to remain committed to suspected broken nose. Chelmsford and Southend. ,,* their respective club teams at present. In a mixed hockey home game against the However it is proving difficult to field a Harlequins, Essex lost 5-0. Lottery Future fixtures see the ladies playing a complete side. This months lottery Despite these difficulties a lot of effort has PAA match on November 26 and a meet result is as follows: been contributed and results so far are a with Northants on December 3. The mixed win over Witham (5-O), a PAA win over team meet Elmstead on November 19. f 1500 Pc. David Innes Thames Valley (9-0) and a loss to Basildon Anyone interested in playing hockey for - Westcliff. 51000 - Les (2-0). Essex should contact Kay Blackman, ext Howman - HQ. E500 - In the match against Thames Valley, 53075, Vic Murphy, 'D' shift at Chelmsford, Philip Pewsey - or Theresa Lucas at Colchester. Essex made a good start scoring two goals Pensioner. E300 - Pc. Ray Stannard - Chelmsford. E200 - Rugby seasons starts well CIInsp Micheal Holyoak - Grays. £100 - Supt. FSU 33 - HARLOW 0 Graham Dossett - HQ Force Support Unit were celebrating success after playing their The Sports Association Braintree. First rugby match of the year against Harlow. has arranged with The following receive Intatravel Holidays, the Harlow players, Cliff Roomes, Gary Cootes and Dave Grighton - £50 consolation prizes. Pc. largest independent Smith put in a particularly good performance but the overall Philip Golding - Laindon strength of the FSU team held to the end. Travel Agent in south Traffic. Pc. Victor Russo east England, for its Any divisions interested in arranging a fixture should contact - HQ. Pc. Derek Lee - members to become VIP Nick Cohen at the Diving Unit on extensions 53091 or 53075. HQ. Insp Peter Hudson - ,I-% customers. . Pc. Colin Scottish Rugby Tour Discounts range from 7% for overseas package Reynolds - Moulsham A rugby tour to Scotland is being arranged for early next year - holidays, 5% on flight Lodge. Pc. Anthony any standard of player is welcome along to join or support the only bookings, 4% on fer- Welham - Clacton. team. ries and up to 20% on Anthony Hubbard - HQ. -7 Interested parties should contact either Paul Daly or Nick Cohen. selected campaigns. Brian Simpson - Clacton. The event will last three days and will be hosted by the Strathclyde To become a VIP card Pc. Haydn Oakey - Police in Glasgow. holder contact the Force Brentwood. Grace Sports Secretary. I I 12 THE LAW, NOVEMBER 1995

ON Wednesday. October 24 the Croker Cup Badminton Tonr~~an~entm;\\ held at Chase Spol-ts and Fitness Centre. This is the fifth year The oldest goalie bndn~intonhas been includ- ed in the competition. the event organised by Mick SHANKLIN Football Club, from the Isle of Wight, were the Thorp and assisted by resi- hosts for the Essex Police Football Club tour in October. dent referee. Alan And Essex was proud to boast goalie Bob Cordery, thought to be the first police pensioner to represent the club, who didn't concede a single 3 Seven teams rook part but ~~nfortunntelyBasildon, goal. Thurrock and Tendrine Unfortunately the Essex Police 1st team was poorly represented, the main- In town. were ~lnableto field a team. stay support being from the Basildon Divisional team. There were some very close and competitive The tour party stayed at the Altavia when they took the lead. embarrassment for the touring side. Kicking with the wind, the Essex games espec~allyin the Hotel, Sandown, which was totally at Having won the toss, Essex had cho- On the occasions that Essex were able team began to take more control of the mixed doubles. The first the disposal of the 29 guests. John sen to kick into the wind hoping to con- to penetrate the Shanklin defence, the game and managed to contain the round game between Tatum, proprietor, is possibly better tain their opponents. However, it was shooting was way off target and their Shanklin fowards' movement. From a Southend (Julie Gowen and known for his personal sponsorship of soon evident that the Shanklin team are goalkeeper was hardly troubled. A seri- long and deep cross into the Essex Steve Davey) and HQ Basildon United FC. The food and a very fit side with plenty of movement ous appeal for a penalty went unheeded penalty area, Bob Cordery, the Essex (Ki!thy Flesg and Peter accomodation was excellent and John Ramsey) was a very Iwg both on and off the ball. but towards the close of the half, a second half goalkeeper, seized the ball, game. with both pairs piay- will always make any Essex Police per- Disallowed Shanklin defender handled the ball a quick long wind-assisted kick found sonnel most welcome. when under very little pressure and Murthwaite (junior) deep in the ing extremely well. Within a short time, the ball had been So~~thendeventually won Any suggestions that our hosts were Essex were awarded a penalty. Glynn Shanklin half. He ran onto the through struck to the back of the Essex net on 15-9, 15-13. having difficulty in getting together a Evans struck the ball hard and low to ball and slotted it past the 'keeper. five occasions, the last being disallowed They went on to win the squad for the Wednesday afternoon kick the keeper's left and the teams changed Essex took heart from this success and and the result looked likely to be an event overall. but not before off were soon dispelled, by 2.32pm another close and exciting round with the score at 4- 1. a greater determination became appar- game against Colchester. ent. S.O. Meara and Richard About midway through the second Edwards. Julie and Steve half, Cliff Haines latched into a through managed to keep up their pass from Matt Clark and cooly fired momentum winning 17- 15, beyond the reach of the Shanklin 'keep- 11-15 and 15-10. er to make the scoreline more Unfortunately Richard had to play his singles event respectable. against Peter Ramsay Despite several strong attacks by almost immediately after Shanklin later in the game, the Essex that marathon. He also kept defence remained resolute and conceded up his momentu~nwinning no further goals and might actually have the last game of the tourna- scored on several occasions but it was not ment 15-0. 15-8. to be. The result was a respectable score- This year there was a new line of 4-3. event, the veteran mixed After the match our hosts entertained doi~blesfor men over 40 the team and supporters in their bar and and women over 35. This event was included in the there were the usual exchanges of memo- PAA last year for the first rabilia before the return to the hotel. time. Although there were Arrangements are already in hand for a few entries. mainly due to it Shanklin Veteran's team to visit Essex being the first time of inclu- next year with a return veteran's team sion and not familiar to the visit to the Isle of Wight in 1997. captains, it proved to be an interesting event. AF LISU~Iheadquarters put Mud, glorious mud in a very strong team mak- ROLLING about in the mud on New ing them eventual winners Year's Day might not seem like every- of the tournament with Chelmsford runners-up and one's cup of tea but according to Air Southend third. Support Unit officer Mike Kliskey, you Headquarters - 54 can't beat it. points (l2Croker) In fact he is looking for a host of people Chelmsford - 51 points to join him. (10 Croker) he reason is actually the Mud Southend - 42 points (8 Race, an annual event which entails Croker) trudging 400 yards through the mud at Harlow - 39 points (7.5 Croker) Maldon from one bank of the estuary to Colchester - 36 points another, and it's all in the aid of charity. (5.5 Croker) Teams need to have a minimum of four Braintree - 36 points competitors but no maximum. (5.5 Croker) It's an event which attracts a lot of Rayleigh - 18 points (4 attention and was in fact filmed, last year, Croker) by a Chinese television company. The PAA No 5 Reg~on Championships Tourna~nent So if you think it's the ideal way to rid will be held in Sussex '1 of that New Year hangover, contact Mike Police Headq~1n1-tenat a FED up sitting around orz Sunday ajtertzoons with nothing to do? Why not at the Un~ton 01245 45 1564. date to be fixed some time join the Essex Police Judo Club. in January 01-February. Blackbelts Pc Bob Foster and Pc Lynda Morris hold the club between 3pm Th~syear the team I hope and 5pm every Sunday afternoon at the Sports Hall in The Headquarters to take to Sussex w~llbe of a very high calibre since the Training Centre. It began at the begining of this month. new ruling that c~vil~anpel-- Said Lynda: "We will teach anyone who shows an interest, be it for a sonnel 21-eallowed to tahe hobby, or to compete in competitions. part. "It's early days, but it would be nice to eventually enter a team into PAA At present we holcl the cornpetiti~m.~ Copy Deadline: 1.12.95 ladies singles and double> Anyone interested should contact Bob at Stansted Airport on ext 22320 or title. along with the vet5 Lynda at HQ FSU on 53075. mens doubles.