First They Installed Cctv In Teignmouth,
To Deter Vandals And To Catch Litter Louts
And People Whose Car Tax Was A Day Overdue.
I Applauded, Scoffing At Tony Blair’s Dream
Becoming Eric Blair’s Nightmare.
What Could The Law-Abiding Have To Fear?
When They Dispersed Groups Of Two Or More
Who Might Be About To Cause Trouble,
I Was Enthusiastic,
Being No Longer Young.