Memories of West Midlands Police Pipe Band playing at Town Hall

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David Paterson recalls his involvement with the West Midlands Police Pipe Band (see attached photo and notes for more on their history).

David also recounts a story from when he was on duty at an Oswald Mosley political meeting, probably in 1958, which went ahead despite local objections and generated controversy. The event sparked a public debate on the issue of free speech for fascists in public venues.