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Why do you think police are meant to accept drinks from interviewees?

I think it gives the interviewee something normal to do in preparation for the interview. Maybe a way to give them a few minutes to relax before getting started.

I suppose it may be a way of getting them comfortable and relaxed. And maybe even throwing them off their game if they appear to have one.

Perhaps talk to them whilst they are distracted to see if they let something slip.

>2 Olivermagnus: Good point.

To make the situation seem slightly less formal. A bit tricksy, in my opinion.

It’s something to keep them occupied and is a bit distracting.

Agree with you all. Distracts them and tries to ‘normalize’ the situation. Also makes the interview seem less threatening.

Yes, it is a Gollum-like tricksey move, to have the interviewer accept a proffered coffee or tea. Helps normalize the interview, and the interviewee will open up more.

>9 threadnsong: ‘gollum like tricksy move’. Great descriptive! 😂