I try to avoid talking about 'them' on here because it must be boring for anyone who isn't ex DS but I am absolutely astonished to read that 'Colin from Windsor' claims his soon to be 17 years old twin girls have MACE for their protection.
What an absolute idiot. If that is true then the number of very serious offences that are being committed is astounding not least that carrying Mace in UK is regarded as a firearm and carries the same penalties. He's either blatantly lying or an imbecile.
Taking it back to LBC is was an interesting discussion James had about the 888 number. Personally I don't think it will work and will be impossible to police properly. It's no quicker than dialling 999 if you seriously think you're in danger. One contributor from reclaim the streets confused me though. They said it wouldn't work because by time you've called 888 you could be dead/assualted. I thought the idea was to inform 888 of your journey as you set off? Obviously dial 999 if you think there is imminent danger.