[tonyedgecombe]

Defence and police although I think that would be a step too far, even for the Conservatives.

[pbhjpbhj]

Yes it would be absolutely beyond the pale ...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-18150806

>'[Home Sec. Theresa May] added: "It is right that forces up and down the country are now looking... at bringing in the private sector to their forces where they feel there are functions that can be done more cost-effectively by the private sector."'