As a police officer turned comedian, I joke about the job and try to explain it. But there is a gulf between what officers and the public think – and that does neither any good
T
he cops are everywhere. This weekend, as Notting Hill carnival looms, you’ll see them on the streets and in the news.
I’m a standup comedian, but also a recent ex-cop with plenty of mates still in the job to keep me apprised of what’s going on and what they are thinking. Usually this involves a sort of role reversal, where I play the part of the crisis negotiator and they’re weeping down the phone over the latest senior management policy. Here’s what’s really on their minds at the moment.
The spectacle of colour and splendour that is the Notting Hill carnival is almost upon us. But what about “Mr Little Bit Too Serious” Met police commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, (boo!) telling his troops they must not join in and that rhythm’s not a dancer on his watch? (Hiss!)
