janeainsworth
No, they did not say they 'knew better', they were just expressing an opinion.
I think some posters have been quite vocal on disagreeing with the Chief of Police - what is that if not implying they know better over what should, or should not, have happened in that scenario?
I suggest you google 'Separation of powers in the United Kingdom'
I have done as you suggested and, unless I am misunderstanding it, I don't see why you have referred me to it. Perhaps you would explain the following:
'Lord Mustill summarised the prevailing modern viewpoint in the 1995 judgment, R. v Home Secretary ex parte Fire Brigades Union:[1][10]
It is a feature of the peculiarly UK conception of the separation of powers that Parliament, the executive and the courts each have their distinct and largely exclusive domain. Parliament has a legally unchallengeable right to make whatever laws it thinks right. The executive carries on the administration of the country in accordance with the powers conferred on it by law. The courts interpret the laws and see that they are obeyed.'
'The UK Parliament creates law through the authority of the Queen in parliament, securing the support of at least the House of Commons, and usually the House of Lords as well. The power to create primary legislation has also been devolved to Scottish and Welsh parliaments and to government ministers and local authorities to create secondary legislation.'
'The executive comprises all official and public authorities (including local authorities) that govern the UK, from initiating and implementing legislation to the running of local and national services, such as rubbish collections and the police.'
'The judicial function determines the outcome of disputes and performs minor legislative and administrative functions. It oversees both public and private law through civil and criminal courts and a variety of tribunals.'
'The courts have also exercised a quasi-legislative power through precedent '
'Parliament and government both play a part in forming the laws of the United Kingdom. They are separate institutions that work closely together, so it's easy to mix-up exactly what each one is responsible for.
Government
The government runs the country. It has responsibility for developing and implementing policy and for drafting laws. It is also known as the Executive.
Parliament
Parliament is the highest legislative authority in the UK. It has responsibility for checking the work of government and examining, debating and approving new laws. It is also known as the Legislature.'
www.parliament.uk/about/how/role/parliament-government/
'How (most) laws are made
Most new laws passed by Parliament result from proposals made by the government.
Proposals aim to shape society or address particular problems.
Normally, they are created over a period of time.'
www.parliament.uk/education/about-your-parliament/how-laws-are-made/
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