Is itbinevitable that the police, having to deal with criminals and victims much of the time, are to the right politically? Harsher sentences and bigger fines would appeal to them. However, if this is so, society needds to do more to create a balance. And yes, that may mean mire “WOKE” courses for them.
It is clear that misogeny, racism, homophobia, and disregard for large sections of society have become ingrained in the Met.Police and probably elsewhere. 100 serving, not suspended police officers are being investigated for domestic violence.
Correcting this will take money – Funding has dropped 18% (£700mill) in last 10 years, whilst outsourcing has doubled.