23 FEBRUARY 1929, Page 3

The Home Secretary has done well to write a letter

to ex-Sergeant Josling completely exonerating him from the charges which led to his removal from the Metropolitan Police. About seven years ago Mr. Josling sent a letter to Sir William Horwood accusing Sergeant Goddard of corruption. He was convicted of having " traduced a senior colleague " ; 'yet events have proved only too clearly that he 'bravely told the truth. Since his removal he has acted manfully and' with dignity ; he has been earning his living by teaching in a Shropshire school and has never demanded reinstatement. The Home Secretary has offered reinstatement—which Mr. Josling does not want—and he will probably pay the compensation claimed. • * * • *