constabulary
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The inquiry heard Sanders had noted that a coordinated media release, with families affected, would be required, adding it could have a "significant impact on the reputation of the constabulary".
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
"Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to our colleagues in the constabulary, local communities and the people who have worked extremely hard in very difficult circumstances."
From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025
Mr Hansen joined the constabulary as deputy chief constable in May 2013 and took the top job in May 2017, becoming the 16th person to head up the force in its history.
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024
The custom dates back more than 150 years, but was stopped in 1909 by the local constabulary, which saw the "straw bears" as a form of "cadging", or begging, for rewards.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2024
Know, however, that he was discovered by the constabulary, and straightway such an outcry was never heard in Alexandria.
From Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians by Miller, Elizabeth
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