The chief constable calls for political leaders to stop what he describes as “sniping” over support for policing. In comments reported by multiple outlets, Jon Boutcher says parties should instead work together to advocate for police and public safety. He urges political representatives to set aside disagreements and adopt a more unified approach to supporting policing services. The message is presented as a call for greater cross-party cooperation rather than partisan messaging. Overall, the coverage focuses on the chief constable’s view that political criticism and retaliatory rhetoric harm the ability of policing to serve communities effectively. The reports also indicate that Boutcher frames the issue as one of leadership and coordination, urging party leaders to come together publicly in support of policing, rather than engaging in conflict-driven public statements. No new operational or crime-related details are provided in the brief summaries; the emphasis is on the chief constable’s appeal to political parties to align on support for police.