West Midlands Assistant Chief Constable calls on public to report breaches of the 'rule of six'

The transcript discusses a recent tragedy and the introduction of new regulations to control rising infection rates, particularly in the West Midlands. The police emphasize the importance of public compliance and outline their approach to enforcement, which includes explaining, encouraging, and enforcing regulations where necessary. The public is encouraged to report breaches, and the police assure appropriate responses. The challenges of compliance fatigue are acknowledged, and the need for collective action to prevent the spread of infection is stressed.

What is the main topic discussed after the tragic event in Croydon?

• Public gatherings and events

• The emotional impact on officers

• New regulations to control infection rates

• The role of the Chief Constable

What approach does the West Midlands Police use before enforcing regulations?

• Explaining and encouraging

• Immediate fines

• Ignoring minor breaches

• Public shaming

How has the public generally responded to the new regulations?

• With widespread non-compliance

• By ignoring police instructions

• With significant compliance

• By organizing protests

What is the police's message to those feeling fatigued by repeated lockdowns?

• To ignore the regulations

• To act together to control the infection

• To protest against the government

• To rely on personal judgment

Under what conditions will the police enforce regulations more strictly?

• Where compliance is high

• When public opinion demands it

• In areas of high infection or low compliance

• In areas of low infection