In Force
There’s not a doubt in anyone’s mind that the police are really out in force today. On my journey, looking up from my book at just three stops, I managed to count a total of 15 officers, not to mention Community Support Officers.
Its a strange clash of feelings - I know we’re meant to feel safer with more security on the tubes, but the mere presence of so many police almost seems to tip the balance towards wondering just why there are so many - is this how our stations would be should the force be adequately manned and funded, or are they expecting something new?
Today is Thursday, and nothing has happened today, despite many people’s trepidation over a third week’s attacks. Hopefully the 9 arrests made this morning in Tooting, those in Birmingham earlier in the week and other arrests made around the capital will be strong moves towards some sort of resolution, whether actual or emotional, for the people who still travel on the network daily.
