Purdah

Reading the Representation of the People's Act whilst having 9 o'clock red tea (Patrick fast asleep) which is a nightly institution in the Butler household! Reminded me of when I was the Single Point of Contact for electoral offences and a case I dealt with in the region involving malicious posts on a notorious website. It was the only time I was ever mentioned in Private Eye a copy of which was hung proudly in the loo! Purdah seems to be 28 days before the election 15 November and this is an important time for all candidates as it specifies what you can and cannot do. Worth reading if you are considering standing for election or if you or a member of a Police Authority or Police Force.