Somewhere, Out There

Chief Superintendent John Sutherland is a leader – we know this, because people follow him and listen keenly to what he has to say. That’s all you can judge it on, at the end of the day. He inspires people – he certainly inspired me. No doubt he will continue to do so for many […]

Twenty Years and Counting

I recently passed a professional and personal milestone, having joined the police service twenty years ago and I hope to receive an email soon outlining I’ve qualified for a Long Service, Good Conduct medal. All things being as they were supposed to be, this would mean I’ve got just ten years left to do before […]

Liable To Be Detained

An AMHP and two doctors, one of whom is s12 approved, attend a patient’s home following concerns about their mental health deteriorating. They conclude the patient will require admission to hospital and that admission under s2 of the Mental Health Act will be required – the application is duly made under the Act so the […]