‘There is an attempt to get rid of me’: leader of UK’s black police association alleges campaign to silence him

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by Daniel Boffey Chief reporterFebruary 2, 2026 at 11:02 AM

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Chief Inspector Andy George, the longest-serving president of the UK's National Black Police Association (NBPA), alleges a campaign by senior police officials to silence him. Elected in July 2020, George represents 6,000 members and advocates for black officers and improved service to minority ethnic communities, motivated by his sister's suicide due to racism. Since 2022, George says he has faced abuse, formal investigations, and marginalization, including a return to core duties. He believes he is being victimized and discriminated against for his views on British policing, particularly after criticizing comments from the then Home Secretary. George claims some chief constables view him as an upstart who doesn't know his place.

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Reform UK 30% Nigel Farage 30% Cressida Dick 40% Suella Braverman 40% Derek Chauvin 50% Northern Ireland ×260% George Floyd ×270% National Black Police Association (NBPA) ×580% Andy George ×590%

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