Wife and I were walking down Salisbury Road yesterday evening -a group of young kids (aged 8 - 12'ish) kicking a ball around and shouting - with numerous F'words. I shouted at them 'Watch your language', expecting to get a mouthful - but they stopped (probably until we were out of earshot).
Foul language is common-place in this country now - I believe (although parents play a great part), that TV and films are to blame. It is said that films, etc., reflect reality - but I think it is the other way around and that kids emulate what they see as a way of demonstrating how cool they are. Shame the police (if any are around) can't use policing methods of old, i.e. a clip around the ear. Parents aren't even allowed to smack anymore!

well it seems to be all quiet on the kid front this week, maybe the chat and the police car with flashing lights did help but only time will tell
Never heard from the beat officer in the end but hey ho must stay positive and remember I am the adult any they still need to grow up!!