"The power to stop and search under anti-terrorism powers should only be used when there is evidence of a specific terrorist threat. It should not be simply an addition to the day to day powers of officers policing protests."
And they are required to give you a copy of the search record. Looks like the local plod are playing fast and loose with the rules to be honest. But here's a thought: they're on CCTV doing random S&S and not providing chits, yes?
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According to Liberty:
"The power to stop and search under anti-terrorism powers should only be used when there is evidence of a specific terrorist threat. It should not be simply an addition to the day to day powers of officers policing protests."
And they are required to give you a copy of the search record. Looks like the local plod are playing fast and loose with the rules to be honest. But here's a thought: they're on CCTV doing random S&S and not providing chits, yes?