Times have changed, and police have as well

STEVE Cooper writes of his concern in relation to ‘‘members of our police force struggling to cope with bullying among themselves’’ (Letters, 26.10.19).

He advises ‘‘disgruntled police’’ to ‘‘sort these problems out yourselves’’, in a belief that ‘‘anyone in such a job should be prepared both physically and mentally to deal with such a problem’’.

Really? When is the message going to get through that ‘‘sorting out’’ problems physically — in other words, with violence — is not the answer?

With the police daily facing appalling situations of violence, the notion that a member of the public should encourage our constabulary — or anybody else, for that matter — to indulge in violence among themselves is one we should all find abhorrent.

I would respectfully suggest to Mr Cooper that the culture of ‘‘sorting out’’ differences in such a manner, whether they be with man, woman, or child, belongs in the past and, therefore, neither be encouraged, nor condoned.

Nola Harris

Abbotsford

Cars v environment

REGARDING the burnout pad being constructed by the Lawrence Car Club (ODT, 24.10.19).

I am somewhat confused about the conflicting attitudes on carbon emissions/pollution and the effect all of this is having on our environment.

On one hand, our rural community are being held responsible as one of the main contributors to climate issues. On the other hand, there are burnout pads being built, and car racing events held, such as in Waimate.

It would appear that, although people are concerned about the environment, it is always someone else’s problem.

I enjoy car racing such as the V8s, but I do wonder if we are serious about pollution and emissions, should we stop unnecessary use of motor vehicles, boats and so on?

Gary Ross

Oamaru ...................................

BIBLE READING: Humble yourselves before the Lord and He will lift you up. — James 4:10.