SQE1 sample questions

Question 24

A political party decides to hold a meeting in the central square of a provincial city. One of its leaders is expected to make a speech which will annoy many members of the local population.

Which of the following statements best describes the powers of the police in this situation?

A. The Chief Constable may impose conditions in relation to the meeting in order to prevent serious disorder.

B. The organisers must obtain permission to hold the meeting from the Chief Constable.

C. The Chief Constable can prohibit the meeting if he has insufficient resources to police it.

D. The meeting can only be regulated by the police if more than 200 persons attend.

E. Any police officer can insist that the meeting cease.


A - The Chief Constable may impose conditions in relation to the meeting in order to prevent serious disorder.


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