The Government made much yesterday of the latest police graduation. The Prime Minister was there and the Prime Minister isn't normally there. But when there's an election to be fought and some headlines to be gained Chris Hipkins couldn’t miss it.
The 1,800 new police have become famous. Or infamous.
Was it 1,800 new recruits? Was it a net 1,800 gain? Was it a promise made for three years, or the almost six it turned out to take?
Most importantly of all, does it solve the issue?
