A most extraordinary video clip from London. Our police on the streets.

It was amusing especially the commentary!

It would be funny if it wasn’t so ridiculous, maybe it’s the Mets way of reducing emissions?

Is it a rehearsal for the coronation? Surely if Charlies spending £120 000 000 on it they can afford cars for the police....some of those officers look distinctly unfit,has he made sure they have insurance ?

I was thinking the same thing about how unfit some of those running looked paddyann.

What on earth is going on?

The Met team for next (or this) year’s Marathon?

Foxygloves

The Met team for next (or this) year’s Marathon?

Yes, I believe that's what it is.

Thousands of police officers were working over the weekend to ensure safety of the public and to enable the public to enjoy the Marathons including the children's mini-Marathon, FA cup semi-finals and other football matches in London.
Protests were threatened too, which could have disrupted thousands enjoying these events and the police had to ensure safety of the public as well as that of any protestors.

I'm speechless! 🤣

That’s probably the only exercise the police officers will get since they are never on the beat anymore.

Redhead56

That’s probably the only exercise the police officers will get since they are never on the beat anymore.

Peraps they're in training for going back on the beat!

Perhaps it's another Haribo advert.

I think it's a great idea.

growstuff

I think it's a great idea.

The problem is it's only in TV shows that you see the criminal running away, with a police officer chasing then flooring them in a rugby tackle.
In reality, the criminal will have a car and driver waiting and a police person on a bike won't be able to keep up.

Although, thinking about today's traffic, yes, the police will soon overtake them.

You don't often see horses galloping after criminals either, but the police still use horses for crown control.

I would imagine that if the cycling police encountered any trouble, they'd be on their phones to back up immediately.

The idea here is to keep the road clear and I must admit that I wouldn't step out in front of a load of cyclists (police or not).

PS. Our town council funds two PCSOs. They have a bicycle each, which enable them to ride around more quickly than walking and they're approachable. They're a great hit!

Police Officers on bikes in congested cities/towns means they can get around a lot quicker.

Better for the environment and setting a good example.

What about the running policeman?

Oops! Just reread my post. I meant crowd control, not crown control - although maybe it's appropriate for the coronation .

Keystone Cops?

😂😂😂hilarious they all look very unfit one man even had to stop and walk Not a good advert for the force my goodness they look a motley crew
Is it actually a comedy spoof ???

BlueBelle

😂😂😂hilarious they all look very unfit one man even had to stop and walk Not a good advert for the force my goodness they look a motley crew
Is it actually a comedy spoof ???

Many appear quite out of shape, unfit - I thought standards had to be met?

I don’t think they have standards at all now Norah
They used to have to be no less than a certain height I think it was 5’8. They had to be fit and be able to run a mile in a certain time they had to have good eyesight There’s no way they would be let in te force with bushy beards and tattoos
It was similar to the military, they were looked up to
Now anyone can’t get in they seem to be so desperate they seem to have no pride in their uniform some are over weight, short, and when I saw a policeman with tattoos I believe they have lost feeling of authority

GrannyGravy13

Police Officers on bikes in congested cities/towns means they can get around a lot quicker.

Better for the environment and setting a good example.

Good cyclists can whizz about at great speeds!

BlueBelle

I don’t think they have standards at all now Norah
They used to have to be no less than a certain height I think it was 5’8. They had to be fit and be able to run a mile in a certain time they had to have good eyesight There’s no way they would be let in te force with bushy beards and tattoos
It was similar to the military, they were looked up to
Now anyone can’t get in they seem to be so desperate they seem to have no pride in their uniform some are over weight, short, and when I saw a policeman with tattoos I believe they have lost feeling of authority

You’re wrong.
Police do have standards tho not a height one.I looked it up and they have regular fitness tests which serving police have to pass.
Is there a profession that bans tattoos? Other than on the face?
A beard, why not?

I have to confess I'm a regular channel 5Action viewer on police reality shows.

A certain amount of weight needs to be lost for many before they'd catch up......

The fitness 'standards' must be set very low - makes for uncomfortable watching when you wonder if it's a comedy sketch!