London police faced backlash for their heavy-handed tactics in breaking up a March 14 vigil for Sarah Everard, whose suspected killer is a police officer. (Reuters)That left police once again in the position of having to determine whether to enforce covid restrictions or give space to the protesters. Johnson’s government rallied behind the Dick, head of the largest police force in Britain, pointing to her career-long commitment to protecting women. ADKeir Starmer, leader of the opposition Labour Party, said the legislation does not do enough for women and girls. In all, 40 percent thought the police should have allowed the vigil, 43 percent did not.

Source: Washington Post March 15, 2021 18:11 UTC