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Met Police faces scrutiny over Tommy Robinson handling

Exclusive: London's Metropolitan Police confronts renewed controversy as internal report exposes systematic failures in dealing with far-right activist Tommy Robinson, raising serious questions about police standards and accountability.

Met Police officer jailed for 16 years for rape and stalking

A serving Metropolitan Police officer, Clifford Mitchell, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for a horrifying campaign of rape, coercive control, and stalking against three women. The officer chillingly told one victim, 'I am the law,' believing his

Met Police re-vets 300 officers over missed checks

The Metropolitan Police has launched an urgent review after discovering that hundreds of new recruits may have been hired without undergoing essential security vetting, raising serious concerns about force integrity.

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.

Met Police Urge Arming Officers Against Knife Crime

An internal Metropolitan Police review calls for a significant increase in armed officers to better protect the public and frontline police from the growing threat of knife attacks in the capital.

Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in Behaviour Probe

Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following serious allegations of misconduct at Charing Cross police station, prompting a major internal investigation into behavioural standards.

Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in WhatsApp Scandal

Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the discovery of a vile WhatsApp group containing racist, homophobic, and misogynistic messages, in a major blow to the force's integrity.

Met Police officer dies after charity rowing challenge

PC Matthew Christopher Pietras, 32, died after collapsing following a gruelling charity rowing machine challenge at Belvedere Police Station. The inquest reveals his sudden death was linked to an undiagnosed heart condition.

Mahmood's Monumental Home Secretary Challenges

An in-depth look at the monumental tasks facing new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, from the broken asylum system and overcrowded prisons to reforming the Met Police and managing national security threats.

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.

Met Police Chief Demands Jury System Overhaul

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for a major overhaul of the jury selection process, urging deeper vetting to weed out jurors with 'extreme views' that threaten the integrity of high-profile trials, including terrorism cases.

Met Officer Sacked for Lying About Cannabis Smell

PC Stuart Hooper was found guilty of gross misconduct after a tribunal ruled he lied about smelling cannabis to justify an unlawful stop of two men in Epping Forest. The officer has been dismissed without notice.

Met Office Unveils 2024-25 Storm Names List

The Met Office has revealed its official list of storm names for the upcoming season. Discover the new names, the science behind the naming process, and why your name might be featured.

Storm Dave: Met Office Unveils New UK Storm Names

The Met Office has officially revealed its list of names for the upcoming UK storm season, with 'Storm Dave' generating significant public discussion. Discover the full list and the science behind storm naming.

Met Office Reveals 2024-25 Storm Names List

The Met Office and Met Éireann have unveiled the official list of storm names for the upcoming season, featuring community-chosen monikers like ‘Bogdan’ and ‘Mercèdes’ alongside traditional favourites.

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