Tim Rogers, the
Police Federation of England and Wales' (PFEW) lead on roads policing, said: "Legal advice has recently highlighted that police response and pursuit drives are, in most circumstances, highly likely to fall within the definitions of careless and or dangerous driving.
The
Police Federation of England and Wales argued that a "piece of the jigsaw is missing" as officers cannot yet issue fixedpenalty notices.
"We are aware that certain individuals have provided information to the
Police Federation of England and Wales, through the local Federation chairman, regarding their opinion of how Cleveland Police applies the law and guidance relating to RIPA.
The
Police Federation of England and Wales represents more than 120,000 police officers.
Not only do the results highlight the continuing pressure the officers are under, more significantly they show that detectives believe victims and witnesses of crime are getting a sub-standard level of service as a result, the
Police Federation of England and Wales said.
Members of the
Police Federation of England and Wales said constant meddling with the service had created more problems than it had solved.
John Giblin, chairman of the Sergeants' Central Committee of the
Police Federation of England and Wales, said: "This is hugely disappointing for the 21,000 sergeants throughout England and Wales who have been let down by this Government for a second year running.
Jan Berry, chairman of the
Police Federation of England and Wales said: "More officers, not less are needed, alongside a thorough review of 24-hour licensing."
The chairman of the
Police Federation of England and Wales, Jan Berry, said officers would now be absolutely furious the Government was prepared to breach 2% for teachers.
Yesterday the
Police Federation of England and Wales revealed that 81 per cent of officers had voted in favour of giving police the right to take industrial action.
The
Police Federation of England and Wales has organised the protest to highlight concerns about the consequences of 20% budget cuts by the government.
The response by police in Wales has been channelled through the Police Superintendents' Association of England and Wales and the
Police Federation of England and Wales, which represents 140,000 members.