02 Oct 2012
An ACPO spokesman said: "On behalf of the police service ACPO has been working with Defra to anticipate issues likely to arise around the planned badger cull.
“The role of the police service in this initiative includes the prevention of crime and disorder, the safety of the public and facilitation of lawful, peaceful protest.
“Forces will put plans in place which allow them to respond proportionately and appropriately while upholding the law."
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