But all police forces are ­suffering, as the Sunday People today reveals a total of nearly 500,000 days off work. The public these brave men and women protect must understand the tremendous pressure that puts on those protecting them. (Image: PA)That is why the planned Police Covenant, modelled on the Armed Forces Covenant, must not fail in addressing mental health issues the way our fighting men and women have been let down. It means more Home Office ­investment in mental health ­support, which will be something for Priti Patel to chew over during the holidays. It means proper mental health training for police chiefs and managers so warning signs can be recognised early.

Source: Daily Mirror December 22, 2019 00:33 UTC