Theresa May

Shortly after the appointment of Britain's first-ever female police constable with officials powers of arrest, the Home Office declared that women could not be sworn in as police officers because they were not deemed 'proper persons'. It makes you wonder what those Home Office officials would say now to having a female Home Secretary.

British Politician

And it is crucial of course that chief constables are able to make decisions within their budgets about how they deploy their police officers to the greatest effect to ensure that they're able to do the job that the public want them to do.

As late as the 1980s, female officers were issued with uniform and kit which included a handbag, complete with a smaller truncheon to fit inside, and it wasn't until 1995 that our first female chief constable was appointed.

Ashok Saraf

I played a constable in 'Singham,' in 2011. Though the role was small, it was appreciated.

Indian Actor

Amarinder Singh

If a constable is a woman, she does the same job as a man.

Indian Politician

Understand that 'constable' refers to the starting level in police rankings, which can imply limited authority.

Rank Importance

'Constable' is more common in the UK than in the US, where 'officer' or 'cop' might be used.

British Usage

'Constable' is a gender-neutral term and applicable to any police officer of the lowest rank.

Gender Neutral

Historically, a constable held a high position, reflecting status and power in medieval settings.

Historical Significance

A constable in history often managed a lord's castle, including security and judicial duties.

Feudal Responsibilities

Do not confuse the historical high rank of 'constable' with current-day low-ranking police officers.

Not Police

 On the ground, groups called tribunals ran the Inquisition in each region. Roles on a tribunal could include an arresting constable, a prosecuting attorney, inquisitors to question the accused, and a scribe.

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Constable

Rank Importance

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Gender Neutral

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