Lastly, Just one word about the recent agreement made in connection with the Western Area Police Force That agreement is the result of months of work, and provides, in my belief, the answer to many criticisms that have been levelled against the Council. Some have wanted the Council to take so-called direct action against abuses in the Western Area. "Surely it must be realised that direct action by the Council in an area where jurisdiction was dis uted would have probably removed any hope of reaching an agreement hich we all hope wilt result in restoring peace and order in the West ern District. 1 have noticed, as usual, criticisms of an entirely' different nature being made about that agreement. Some have criticised the Council for negotiating with what describe as "de facto authorit Please remember that the Council is not concerned with Poll-fies in any shape or form. The Council's one concern is: to do its best
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