what the cops need before a pay rise is a justice system that backs them up and keeps dangerous offenders off the streets.

theres no point going to all the trouble of an investigation and arrest, if some fucked up out of touch judge lets the offender loose with a smack on the wrist!

If the courts did thier job properly, the cops would have a much easier job to do, and they wouldnt be demanding a pay rise and going on strike.