Anti-black discrimination 'baked´ into Met Police, review warns

A review reveals that discrimination is deeply embedded within the Metropolitan Polices human resources systems, exposing systemic racism affecting Black people in London.

• The review, led by Shereen Daniels, highlights that institutional racism is prevalent within the Metropolitan Police, impacting the treatment of Black people in London.
• Key findings indicate that the Metropolitan Polices leadership and culture are contributing to ongoing discrimination, reminiscent of historical failures like the murder of Stephen Lawrence.
• Mark Rowley, the current commissioner, faces pressure to address the identified issues of misogyny and racism within the force as part of a broader reform agenda.