The Police Federation, which represents the rank and file RUC officers, has cited low morale because of the police reforms as one of the reasons why officers are quitting. Sir Ronnie said recruitment adverts would be placed with an independent agency. We hope to advertise in the very near future for new recruits and I need those new recruits on the street absolutely as quickly as possible. He confirmed that, when necessary, he would not hesitate to ask for support for the police from the military. It's one of the reasons why senior officers are leaving in such numbers.
Stability needs to be introduced for the sake of society.
While the Social Democratic and Labour Party has yet to sign up to the new police board, party leader John Hume says he would like to see recruitment start soon.