| In sum: UK citizens may continue to roll up their copy of the Grauniad, but they may not rap the intruder sharply on the snout with it, nor even display it in a manner that could be construed as "threatening," on account of the intruder's self-esteem, which could be damaged by such posture. |
The law on the amount of force householders can use against burglars will not be changed, Home Secretary Charles Clarke has announced. A review has concluded the current law, which allows people to use "reasonable force" against intruders, is "sound". But Mr Clarke says there will be a publicity campaign to ensure people understand they can protect themselves. "What we would not want to do is extend [the present law] so you actually feel it's your responsibility to go down the stairs and actually attack the burglar," said Mr Oaten.
Well, it is the BBC. |