• Reference: 2024/3174
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

You recently committed to publish biannual updates on the London Race Action Plan progress. When will you start tracking date to measure progress on this action plan and when can we expect the first biannual update?

• Reference: 2024/3173
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

At the recent London Policing Board meeting, the Met Commissioner said that the Notting Hill Carnival is a "poorly run event" and has "deep concerns" about crowd risks. Do you agree with his comments and, if so, how are you working with the organisers to improve the safety of visitors to any future event?

• Reference: 2024/3172
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

Following your response to 2024/2105, could you please be more specific and confirm what conversations you are having with the new Government to move this process forward?

• Reference: 2024/3171
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

In your response to recommendations 1 and 2 of the Climate Change Resilience Review you confirmed that you have started working on a clear strategic vision for a climate-resilient London and a delivery plan. When do you plan to publish this?

• Reference: 2024/3170
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

The MOPAC VAWG Grassroots Fund originally received £3 million which supported 41 organisations. You recently announced a further £3 million investment to 36 community organisations deliver tailored support for thousands of women and girls affected by violence and exploitation across London. Did these 36 community organisations also receive funding in the original investment or are they different from the original 41 organisations?

• Reference: 2024/3169
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

You recently announced that you will bring together companies, government agencies, charities and campaigners to develop and deliver an ambitious 10-year plan to clean up London’s waterways and support a diverse range of wildlife. When will the first meeting take place and will you commit to sharing minutes from these meetings?

• Reference: 2024/3168
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

As per your answer to question 2024/2541 you say you are mindful of the impact of the pay linked to the cost of living. What considerations have been given to increase the salaries of police officers to attract the candidates that we need?

• Reference: 2024/3167
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

As per your answer to question 2024/2541 you are looking to receive 5,500 applications. How long will the Change Needs You recruitment campaign run for and would you consider extending it should you not achieve your target within the given timeframe?

• Reference: 2024/3166
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

How much are you spending on the Change Needs You recruitment campaign and how does this compare with previous recruitment exercises?

• Reference: 2024/3165
• Question by: Gareth Roberts
• Meeting date: 10 October 2024

The Workforce Data Report from the Met Police for August 2024 show only 5 Police Officers were hired that month, which represents less than 1% of the total number of officers hired since 1 April 2023 (total: 517). Can you clarify why August was such a bad month for recruitment?