PC Simon Harwood, the man whose from-behind baton strike resulted in the death of Ian Tomlinson, was in court today to enter his plea on the charge on manslaughter. He pleaded not guilty. His trial will begin on 13th June 2012, 3 years and 2 months after Tomlinson's death. In the meantime he remains suspended on full pay.

[insert obvious comparison with overnight courts to convict rioters within hours of so-called offences such as stealing water]