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politics22 hours ago•4 min saved

Labour MP’s husband among three arrested in UK China spy probe

Three men were arrested in London and Wales on suspicion of spying for China under the National Security Act; one arrestee is the partner of Labour MP Joani Reid. Reid says she and her family are not involved and should not be subjected to media intrusion, stressing she has never engaged with China-related matters in Parliament. The Met says there is no imminent threat and all suspects remain in custody as searches are conducted; the case highlights concerns about foreign interference and UK-China relations as authorities continue investigations.

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#china #espionage #met-police

politics9 days ago•11 min saved

Mandelson Arrest Deepens Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties

Peter Mandelson, the 72-year-old former Labour minister and ex-UK ambassador, was arrested at a Camden address on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The Met Police say he was taken to a London police station for interview after searches at Wiltshire and Camden properties, with police-CPS discussions ongoing. The case is linked to Mandelson’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and the government says it still plans to publish related documents in due course, while Mandelson maintains he acted appropriately during vetting.

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#epstein #mandelson #met-police

uk1 month ago•3 min saved

Met Police faces mass Freemason disclosures under new policy

More than 316 Met Police officers and staff declared membership in Freemasonry or other hierarchical associations after the force mandated disclosure, triggering a High Court challenge from Freemason bodies. The judge noted the requirement takes immediate effect, but there’s no immediate disciplinary action planned while the case proceeds, and the Met will consider withdrawing the policy after representations. The policy followed a survey showing about two-thirds of respondents felt such membership could affect impartiality and public trust.

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#court #declarable-associations #freemasons

world2 months ago•1 min saved

Prince Andrew Surrenders Gun Licence Amidst Scandal

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor voluntarily surrendered his gun license following a visit from the Metropolitan Police, amid his upcoming move to Norfolk and ongoing scrutiny over his links to Jeffrey Epstein. The surrender means he can only use or transport his guns under supervision, and the move is part of his broader distancing from royal titles and public scrutiny.

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#andrew-mountbatten-windsor #gun-license #jeffrey-epstein

world5 months ago•2 min saved

Christian Brückner Declines Met Police Interview in Madeleine McCann Case

Christian Brückner, the prime suspect in Madeleine McCann's disappearance, has declined an interview with the Met Police via an international request, and remains a suspect despite no charges being filed. The case remains unsolved after nearly two decades, with ongoing investigations and searches.

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#christian-bruckner #disappearance #investigation

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Met Police to Reduce Front Counters Amid Budget Cuts

The Metropolitan Police plans to close half of its front counters in London to save costs, reducing accessible face-to-face reporting points from 37 to 19, which breaks a previous pledge for 24/7 counters in each borough. The move is part of broader budget constraints and efforts to focus resources on crime fighting, despite concerns about accessibility and community trust.

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#budget-cuts #crime-reporting #front-counters

crime-and-justice2 years ago•1 min saved

"Stolen Ferrari Recovered by U.K. Police After 28 Years"

The Metropolitan Police has recovered a rare Ferrari F512M, worth about £350,000, that was stolen from ex-Formula One driver Gerhard Berger in 1995 and shipped to Japan. The car, one of two stolen, was found after a "painstaking" investigation involving Ferrari and international car dealerships, with the other still missing. The vehicle had been missing for over 28 years before being tracked down in just four days, and no arrests have been made in connection with the theft.

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#crime-and-justice #ferrari-f512m #gerhard-berger

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Suella Braverman's Controversial Actions Spark Outrage and Astonishment

Home Secretary Suella Braverman cannot stop a potentially large pro-Palestinian march in London on Armistice Day because the law does not require the Met Police commissioner to consider ministerial views. The Palestinian Solidarity Campaign (PSC) has organized three national protests that have grown in size each week and have abided by negotiated conditions. While opponents claim the march includes antisemitic slogans and provides cover for extremists, the police can only ban an event if there is a serious risk of public disorder. Banning the march could lead to independent protests and counter-demonstrations, and the home secretary's involvement in operational policing has been criticized as improper political interference.

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#london #met-police #palestinian-protests

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Sunak Demands Accountability for Allowing Pro-Palestinian March in London

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has criticized the timing of a pro-Palestinian march set to take place on Armistice Day in London, calling it "provocative and disrespectful." However, the Metropolitan Police chief, Sir Mark Rowley, has rejected calls to ban the demonstration, stating that it would be a "last resort." The organizers have resisted pressure to postpone the protest and have assured that they will stay away from the Cenotaph and Whitehall, with no intention of disrupting remembrance events. Sunak has vowed to hold the Met Police chief accountable for ensuring the safety of remembrance events while expressing his view that the marches are disrespectful. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accused the prime minister of "picking a fight" with the police over the planned demonstration.

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#armistice-day #london-gaza-rally #met-police

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Former Met Police Officers Admit Guilt in Sending Racist WhatsApp Messages

Five former Metropolitan Police officers have pleaded guilty to sending racist messages on WhatsApp, including derogatory comments about the Duchess of Sussex and other members of the royal family. The messages were sent between September 2020 and 2022, and also referenced prominent politicians. The men, who retired between 2001 and 2015, were charged under the Communications Act 2003. Another former officer denied the charges and will stand trial in November. The officers will be sentenced on the same day.

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#crime #guilty-pleas #met-police

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Downing Street car crash leads to arrest.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving after a car crashed into the gates outside Downing Street, where the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his family live. No injuries have been reported and police inquiries are ongoing.

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#arrest #car-crash #crime

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Met Police Regret Coronation Arrests of Anti-Monarchy Protesters

The head of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Mark Rowley, has defended the policing of the Coronation after six anti-monarchy protesters were arrested, detained for hours and then released without charge. Sir Mark said it was unfortunate those arrested could not protest, but he supported the officers' actions. He said there had been a "concerning" threat to the Coronation. People purporting to be stewards had white paint they wanted to throw to disrupt the procession, he said.

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#arrests #coronation #met-police

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Coronation Protests Lead to Arrests and Police Regret

The Metropolitan Police has expressed "regret" over the arrests of six anti-monarchy protesters on Coronation day. Republic chief executive Graham Smith, who was among the group, said he has now received a personal apology from police officers. He said he did not accept the apology and would take legal action after no charges were brought against him. The Met also confirmed it had used a controversial new law to detain the group.

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#anti-monarchy-protesters #legal-action #lock-on-devices

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

Met Police Shoot and Kill Two Dogs After Woman Mauled in London Attack

Met Police officers shot and killed two dogs and Tasered their owner after a woman was mauled in a dog attack in East London. Videos posted on social media show a group of police officers following a man with two barking dogs on short leads along a canal in Limehouse. The London police force defended its actions, explaining that the officers had "a duty to act where necessary before any further injury was caused".

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#animal-control #crime #dog-attack

law-enforcement2 years ago•4 min saved

"Addressing the Toxic Culture of London's Met Police Force"

A review of the Metropolitan Police by Baroness Casey has found that the force is "disconnected from Londoners" and has "cultures alive and well" of institutional prejudice, including sexism and homophobia. The report has led to calls for police reform, with politicians suggesting they want to see progress within two years. However, there is no blueprint for a reorganised system in England and Wales, and major reform feels some way off. The perilous state of British policing relies on trust, which has been eroded by the report's findings.

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#baroness-casey #institutional-prejudice #law-enforcement