I find this thread incredibly depressing reading, and I’ve not read right the way through either. I worked for the Met Police in a civilian capacity 20 years ago, and although a civvy, my role meant that I saw operational policing at very close quarters. What distressed me more than anything, was how the ordinary Joe PC was often treated. I don’t mean bullying or ill-treatment, but just a complete lack of the care and consideration that should be expected by any employee from any organisation.
Big outdoor events, often involving officers drafted in to help from many other forces, were the most prime example, where it was literally a case of dealing with ‘the herd’ rather than individuals with personal needs and requirements. The basics, if you like. I just couldn't reconcile some of the things I saw with a caring, professional body.
Like I said, that was 20 years ago, and an example of what I have said almost prompted my departure. But apart from the well-documented outside stuff now, I just wonder whether internally, the culture of dismissive management has changed at all, or even deteriorated, some of which may lead to the issues we are now seeing.
Big outdoor events, often involving officers drafted in to help from many other forces, were the most prime example, where it was literally a case of dealing with ‘the herd’ rather than individuals with personal needs and requirements. The basics, if you like. I just couldn't reconcile some of the things I saw with a caring, professional body.
Like I said, that was 20 years ago, and an example of what I have said almost prompted my departure. But apart from the well-documented outside stuff now, I just wonder whether internally, the culture of dismissive management has changed at all, or even deteriorated, some of which may lead to the issues we are now seeing.
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