Met Police adopts 'Al Capone' tactics after scandal
Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley announces aggressive new strategy to pursue corrupt officers for any offence, following damning Charing Cross report and Sarah Everard case.
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Met Police Chief's Blistering Verdict on Systemic Failures
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley issues a stark warning, admitting the force is 'not free of corrupt officers' and faces a monumental task to root out systemic failures and regain public trust.
Police Watchdog: End Non-Crime Hate Incident Logging Now
The head of the UK's police watchdog calls for an immediate halt to recording 'non-crime hate incidents', citing severe threats to free speech and public trust. Exclusive report on the landmark intervention.
Police Watchdog Demands New Powers from Home Secretary
HMICFRS, the police inspectorate, issues a stark warning to the Home Secretary, calling for new legal authority to force action on its recommendations after a review finds widespread inaction from forces across England and Wales.
Met Police Faces Scathing Rebuke Over Trust Crisis
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey delivers a blistering critique of the Metropolitan Police, citing a collapse in public confidence and a series of high-profile scandals that have shattered trust in Britain's largest force.
Starmer's Bold Pact with Farage Reshapes UK Politics
Keir Starmer's Labour government explores unprecedented political reform talks with Nigel Farage, signalling a dramatic shift from Westminster's traditional partisan battles.
UK police defend 'proportionate' Palestine protest response
The National Police Chiefs' Council asserts that UK policing of pro-Palestine demonstrations has been 'proportionate', despite criticism over perceived inaction on illegal acts during protests.
Liverpool anti-gang scheme boosts police trust
A groundbreaking anti-gang scheme in Liverpool has significantly improved public confidence in local law enforcement, according to recent reports. Discover how community-focused policing is making a difference.
Police chief mocked over 999 shoplifting advice
A police chief faces backlash after suggesting store owners call emergency services for minor shoplifting incidents, sparking debate over resource allocation.
Facial Recognition at Carnival: Racial Bias Concerns
Campaigners warn that facial recognition technology is too racially biased to be used at Notting Hill Carnival, raising fears over discrimination and privacy violations.
Met Police Chief Scrutinised Over Gaza Protest Handling
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under fire for the force's response to pro-Palestinian protests, with demands for stricter measures against alleged extremist chants.
Met Chief Urges Clarity on Pro-Palestine Protests
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for clarity from Home Secretary Yvette Cooper on handling pro-Palestine demonstrations, as concerns grow over public safety and free speech.
Watchdog slams police tactics at Gaza protests
The UK's human rights watchdog has raised serious concerns over excessive police force during recent pro-Palestine demonstrations, calling for urgent reforms.
AI Crime Map Predicts UK Offences Before They Happen
Experts develop a £4m AI-powered crime database to predict and prevent offences across the UK, inspired by the sci-fi film 'Minority Report'.
Police ethnicity disclosure plans spark 'dog-whistle' fears
Campaigners warn that new UK police proposals to reveal suspects' ethnicity could fuel racial tensions and divisive politics. Critics argue it risks stigmatising communities.
Tory police chief under fire over shoplifting remarks
A Conservative police commissioner faces backlash after suggesting shoplifting is 'not a priority' amid rising retail crime.
Over Half of UK Women Feel Unsafe Locally
A new survey reveals that more than 50% of women in the UK do not feel safe in their local areas, raising concerns about community safety and policing.
Police told to release suspect ethnicity in high-profile cases
Calls grow for police transparency as forces resist revealing suspect ethnicity in major cases, sparking debates over accountability and public trust.
UK expands live facial recognition in policing overhaul
The UK government is set to expand the use of live facial recognition technology nationwide as part of a sweeping reform of neighbourhood policing, raising both security hopes and privacy concerns.
Trump suggests sending National Guard to NYC & Chicago
Former President Donald Trump suggests deploying the National Guard to address rising crime rates in New York City and Chicago, sparking debate on federal intervention in urban policing.
Trump's National Guard crime plan sparks DC outrage
Washington DC residents express fury over Trump's deployment of National Guard for crime control, calling it an overreach of federal power.
UK plans to reveal suspects' ethnicity spark backlash
Campaigners and rights groups condemn proposed UK policy to reveal suspects' ethnicity and migration details, warning it could fuel discrimination and erode trust in law enforcement.
Police probed after 'playing cards' during 999 call
Two Gloucestershire Police officers are under investigation after being filmed allegedly playing cards while responding to a 999 call in Tewkesbury.
Police tell abuse victim to 'stop posting online'
Outrage as police advise victim of anti-Semitic abuse to stay offline instead of tackling the perpetrators, sparking debate over double standards in hate crime responses.
Met Police clear homeless before Home Secretary speech
The Metropolitan Police faces criticism for clearing homeless encampments near Parliament Square just before Home Secretary Yvette Cooper's address on crime and policing.
Rotherham survivors win police climbdown
Survivors of the Rotherham child abuse scandal welcome a significant climbdown by South Yorkshire Police over an internal inquiry, marking a victory for justice and accountability.
Facial recognition tech shows racial bias, study finds
A groundbreaking report exposes how facial recognition technology disproportionately misidentifies people of colour, raising urgent concerns over systemic bias in AI.
Police officer's door-knocking blunder with protesters
A police officer in the UK left red-faced after accidentally knocking on the door of anti-migrant protesters while on duty. The awkward encounter has sparked amusement and criticism.
Met Police officers could face US travel bans
Scotland Yard officers involved in pro-Palestine demonstrations may face US travel bans, affecting professional development and international collaboration.
Angela Constance vows to tackle Highland crime
Angela Constance, Scotland's Justice Secretary, vows to address rising crime in the Highlands with targeted policing and community support.
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