Updated BCU Callsign Sheet
Dear Metropolitan Police Service (MPS),
Similarly to the FOI linked below, I would like to have an updated version as this request was pre BCU.
https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/b...
If all of the listed callsigns can no longer be provided, Frontline Policing assets would suffice, like Vans, IRVs, Area Cars, unmarked cars, carriers etc.
Dog Support callsigns would also be of interest too, although I am under the impression they're more regional than BCU specific.
Yours faithfully,
Alex Walters
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12/06/2023
Dear Mr Walters,
Freedom of Information Request Reference No: 01/FOI/23/030408
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Dear Mr Walters,
Freedom of Information Request Reference No: 01/FOI/23/030408
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09/08/2023
Dear Mr Walters,
Freedom of Information Request Reference No: 01/FOI/23/030408
I write in connection with your request for information which was received
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I can now advise you that the amended date for a response is 24/08/23.
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Ms S. Strong
MPS Information Manager
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decision reviewed.
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[3][The Met request email]
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Dear Alex Walters
Freedom of Information Request Reference No: 01/FOI/23/030408
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referenced above.
Yours sincerely
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