Beorn
12-08-2010, 07:11 PM
I was stopped today whilst leaving work by the security accompanied by the site management. It was a "random stop and search" (which is akin to saying "hey, you look like a cunt, can I look under your hat to see if it is written on your forehead?") and I had to comply.
Now, I know that is utter BS. You can't stop and search any individual without the presence of at least a lawyer and only the police can search you with due suspicion.
I said to the Nigerian and the top brass that was doing this that I will gladly be stopped and searched but where was the solicitor and the police? The Nigerian looked confused and the top brass looked bewildered. I said again that I would not be searched unless I had a solicitor and police officer present.
I repeated this a few times and each time they looked just as stupid and bewildered as the last time I said it. I eventually did show them my bag, but I made sure only I touched my bag.
Question is: Can I sue them or raise a complaint citing article 8 of the Human Rights Act of 1998?
I know they are breaking the law already by conducting stop and searches without first allowing contractors to sign and accept agreements, so was wondering if I can get them on that technicality as well?
Now, I know that is utter BS. You can't stop and search any individual without the presence of at least a lawyer and only the police can search you with due suspicion.
I said to the Nigerian and the top brass that was doing this that I will gladly be stopped and searched but where was the solicitor and the police? The Nigerian looked confused and the top brass looked bewildered. I said again that I would not be searched unless I had a solicitor and police officer present.
I repeated this a few times and each time they looked just as stupid and bewildered as the last time I said it. I eventually did show them my bag, but I made sure only I touched my bag.
Question is: Can I sue them or raise a complaint citing article 8 of the Human Rights Act of 1998?
I know they are breaking the law already by conducting stop and searches without first allowing contractors to sign and accept agreements, so was wondering if I can get them on that technicality as well?