Dear Editor,
I recently had to seek the assistance of the police in a rather unpleasant incident and was truly amazed at the level of professionalism and dedication that is observed by these officers.
These are men and women with families who worked fearlessly and relentlessly with little resources to combat the crimes of terror that currently run rampant in our society. They work extremely long hours with low compensation and little thanks or recognition from our society.
The Government of the day must recognise the risks that these officers and their families face daily. Let the Government recognise that these brave men and women operate in high risk zones. They must recognise that our security forces are facing challenges that are at a level that is not normal and rarely mirrored in other countries.
We have been given a land for our people to use for their benefit and enjoyment, instead we cower in fear hardly able to breathe the beautiful air and enjoy the sunshine without thinking of our children and loved ones who will eventually be victims of criminals. And the society continues to breed criminals.
The police must be given the resources to make an impact if they truly want to attack crime. If they are not, then it is evident to us as taxpayers that there is no desire to tackle this destructive element.
I urge taxpayers to take a stand on this issue. It is our tax dollars and we have the power to dictate priorities of Government. Certainly buying high-end vehicles and living luxurious lifestyles have no bearing on creating a society that we can display to the world with pride.
F E Jacobs
faye_jacobs22@msn.com
The police deserve our respect
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I recently had to seek the assistance of the police in a rather unpleasant incident and was truly amazed at the level of professionalism and dedication that is observed by these officers.
These are men and women with families who worked fearlessly and relentlessly with little resources to combat the crimes of terror that currently run rampant in our society. They work extremely long hours with low compensation and little thanks or recognition from our society.
The Government of the day must recognise the risks that these officers and their families face daily. Let the Government recognise that these brave men and women operate in high risk zones. They must recognise that our security forces are facing challenges that are at a level that is not normal and rarely mirrored in other countries.
We have been given a land for our people to use for their benefit and enjoyment, instead we cower in fear hardly able to breathe the beautiful air and enjoy the sunshine without thinking of our children and loved ones who will eventually be victims of criminals. And the society continues to breed criminals.
The police must be given the resources to make an impact if they truly want to attack crime. If they are not, then it is evident to us as taxpayers that there is no desire to tackle this destructive element.
I urge taxpayers to take a stand on this issue. It is our tax dollars and we have the power to dictate priorities of Government. Certainly buying high-end vehicles and living luxurious lifestyles have no bearing on creating a society that we can display to the world with pride.
F E Jacobs
faye_jacobs22@msn.com
The police deserve our respect
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