Met accused of insulting black people with shake-up of anti-racism strategy

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Vikram Dodd Police and crime correspondentMarch 10, 2026 at 07:54 PM

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The Metropolitan Police is facing criticism for its plan to integrate its anti-racism strategy into a broader anti-discrimination scheme encompassing gender and sexual orientation. Critics, including Dr. Shereen Daniels, whose report highlighted racial harm within the Met, argue this move risks diluting the focus on race and avoids confronting systemic issues. Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the plan, stating it aims for a systemic approach that addresses intersectionality while maintaining targeted actions for specific communities, including Black and LGBT groups. He also noted the increasing challenges and polarized debate surrounding DEI policies. Critics view the shift as an insult to those harmed by racism within the Met and a way to avoid addressing organizational issues.

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