Is it a modern urban area BSA ?
I have seen them in several areas of Sheffield, they are definitely not cycle paths.
I have no problem with the police using the footpaths and I thinks its great to see them on bikes, I was just confused as to how it worked with the law.
I am pleased that the police are given the power to use their common sense when it comes to riding on pavements. I for one would hate to see children been forced to ride on the roads.