HD
In many parts of the world...Police Officer only refers to those above the rank of Sergeant.
Southern Actor and Whatumean...I still say that who cares what other people are getting called and paid. you get paid to do your job...do it!
BTW you are breaking my heart with the "oh my God we had it so tough" attitude...try working for a living outside in the freezing rain or in the burning sun, for amounts that we would pay in tax, then you may appreciate your perks of the air-conditioned office, relaxed dress code, relaxes working conditions and hours etc.
People do seem to take themselves just too seriously.
Whatumean...AsA (and all their previous incarnations) were pretty good in the old days, Oman were pretty good when I was there, UAE were pretty good when I was there and Ireland are pretty good now.