In response to Baroness Casey of Blackstock DBE CB’s review of culture and standards in the Metropolitan Police Service, Susan Hall AM, Chairman of the Police and Crime Committee, said:
"I am shocked by the findings of this report, which show the sheer scale of the institutional failings that have mired the Met Police for far too long.
"Londoners deserve a police force that is focused on tackling crime and protecting people.
“Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has repeatedly reassured the Committee that his priority is tackling issues of integrity and standards in the Metropolitan Police and we welcome this commitment.
“The Mayor must also play his part in ensuring the Met overcomes these issues and regains public confidence.
“Baroness Casey and the Commissioner will appear before the Committee on Wednesday, where we will consider this report’s findings in more detail.”
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