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The Metropolitan Police chief has called for new legislation to compel technology companies to implement features that would make stolen mobile phones completely unusable, aiming to deter phone theft by removing any value from stolen devices.
An official complaint was filed in October 2024
The Metropolitan Police announced plans to release more bodyworn camera footage to counter edited clips circulating online and to help restore public trust, following recent criticism over officers' use of force.
Palantir has strongly criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a £50 million contract with the Metropolitan Police, accusing him of putting politics ahead of public safety.
The Independent reports on 'Operation Sallus,' a new Met police mission aimed at better enforcing protective orders and safeguarding victims of domestic abuse, with crime correspondents joining officers on checks.
Met Police warned of significant disruption in London as thousands of protesters, estimated around 80,000, were expected to attend two separate demonstrations, including a march led by Tommy Robinson.
London's Metropolitan Police are preparing for two simultaneous demonstrations, a Unite the Kingdom rally and the annual Nakba march, by deploying armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers.
The Metropolitan Police has issued a warning regarding hate speech at this weekend's 'Unite the Kingdom' and 'March for Palestine' demonstrations. Organizers and speakers will be held accountable for any unlawful speech.
A controversy has erupted between Mr. Polanski and the Met Police after he wrongly claimed a terror suspect was handcuffed in a video. Polanski was later forced to apologize for sharing criticism of the police response to the alleged terror attack.
The Metropolitan Police has issued a written warning to two officers who photographed a body on their personal phones, and the force has apologized to those affected by the incident.
A man has been convicted for attempting a knife attack at the Israeli embassy in London and for other knife attacks in the city. He was charged with attempted murders of multiple people.
A stabbing attack targeting Jewish men in Golders Green, London, has been declared a terrorist incident by authorities. The UK government announced a £25 million security boost for the Jewish community following the attack, which involved a suspect previously referred to a counter-terrorism program.
Sir Mark Rowley, the Met Police chief, was heckled with chants of 'shame on you' after failing to confirm if Jewish people are safe in London, following a terrorist incident in Golders Green.
The U.S. Justice Department has officially ended its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, clearing him of any wrongdoing. This decision comes amid discussions surrounding potential nominations for the Federal Reserve.
The Metropolitan Police is in discussions to acquire AI technology from US firm Palantir for use in criminal investigations, despite internal concerns over data sensitivity.
A Metropolitan Police officer was dismissed after being found guilty of gross misconduct for drink driving while on protection duty at the Iranian embassy.
London police arrested 212 individuals during a protest, the first gathering since the High Court ruled a ban on the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action unlawful in February.
A London police spokesperson confirmed that a citizen reported finding a discarded bag containing police weapons near the London Mayor's home.
Organized by hundreds of groups, the Together Alliance event was billed as the biggest march in UK history to counter the far right. London's Metropolitan Police provided a 'rough estimate of around 50,000 people' in attendance.
A Met Police special constable is under investigation after allegedly confronting and seeking to intimidate Al Jazeera journalists. The man, identified as David Soffer, an off-duty Metropolitan Police officer, was filmed harassing the crew in London.
The Prime Minister's top aide, McSweeney, did not disclose his senior position to the Metropolitan Police when reporting his phone stolen, raising concerns that messages to Peter Mandelson may not be retrieved as part of a sweeping Whitehall probe.
The Metropolitan Police are continuing their investigation into an email from Peter Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein regarding a €500 billion eurozone-bailout, specifically assessing whether its contents constitute a criminal offence.
Around 12,000 people are expected to attend the Al Quds Day demonstration in London on Sunday
Met Police confirm 31-year-old man arrested on suspicion of voyeurism
The women have been interviewed under suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking, the Met Police says.
Three women have been interviewed under caution by the Met Police as part of the Mohamed Al Fayed investigation, on suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking.
Sir Mark Rowley was speaking five years after the abduction, rape and murder of Sarah Everard by serving police officer Wayne Couzens
London's Metropolitan Police will pilot facial recognition technology for identity checks, with 100 officers using the roaming technology for six months, drawing criticism from opponents.
Commander Brittain ruled PC Kennett’s actions risked bringing profession into disrepute
A former Metropolitan Police officer attributed a 'brain fart' to his act of stealing a tuna baguette from a Pret A Manger store.
A report highlights the widespread issues of subletting, neglect, underreported rental income, and patronage in the allocation of Turkish Cypriot properties in government-controlled areas, describing the system as a bureaucratic labyrinth prone to abuse.
The British government on Friday mulled passing a law to remove former prince Andrew from the line of succession, as police stepped up investigations into his conduct, quizzing the disgraced royal's f
The Metropolitan Police are intensifying efforts to combat gangs recruiting children via Snapchat to steal phones, deploying drones, e-bikes, and live facial recognition.
London police are utilizing drones and ebikes to target criminal gangs that recruit children via Snapchat to steal iPhones, offering cash rewards.
Palantir plans to sue London Mayor Sadiq Khan after its £50 million contract with the Metropolitan Police was blocked. This comes as the UK government is also reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to utilize a break clause.
A man described as a 'tube predator' has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison for assaulting sleeping women on night trains. British Transport Police and Met Police collaborated to identify and apprehend him.
London's Metropolitan Police announced plans to share more body camera footage online. The force stated that this initiative aims to help the public better understand the challenging role police officers perform.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked the Metropolitan Police's controversial £50 million contract with data analytics firm Palantir. The decision highlights ongoing debates about the use of AI in public services and police data handling.
An investigation has been initiated into allegations that Metropolitan Police officers responsible for protecting the royal family were found sleeping while on duty. The claims have prompted a formal probe into their conduct.
The Metropolitan Police are preparing for two simultaneous protests in central London – a "Unite the Kingdom" rally and the annual Nakba march – deploying armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers.
London's Metropolitan Police is preparing armoured vehicles and deploying 4,000 officers for two planned protests: a Unite the Kingdom rally and the annual Nakba march, both scheduled for the same day in central London.
A Sikh restaurateur in London plans to sue the Metropolitan Police and Mayor Sadiq Khan, alleging continuous discriminatory treatment amidst a non-halal food dispute.
British police are reportedly seeking to bring Christian Brueckner, the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, to the United Kingdom for trial. This move aims to advance the long-running investigation into the missing girl.
Four people were injured, one critically, in a drive-by shooting in Brixton, London. Metropolitan Police described the incident as an 'act of indiscriminate violence'.
The United Kingdom has elevated its terrorism threat level to "severe" following an attack on Jewish men in Golders Green, London. Authorities warn that another attack is highly likely, prompting reviews of public protests and increased vigilance.
The Metropolitan Police have released body-worn camera footage showing the arrest of a man following the stabbing of two Jewish men in North London's Golders Green area.
The Metropolitan Police are currently assessing evidence regarding donations made to Robert Jenrick's Conservative leadership campaign, prior to his defection to Reform UK.
An AI-powered search has identified hundreds of potentially rogue officers within the Metropolitan Police, indicating a significant internal investigation.
A High Court challenge brought against the Metropolitan Police regarding their use of live facial recognition technology has been thrown out. The ruling upholds the police force's deployment of the controversial surveillance method.
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been charged in connection with a fatal collision involving a police car that resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby.
Metropolitan Police Constable Charlie Cano was dismissed from his role after being filmed making 'appalling' remarks during an undercover Panorama investigation at Charing Cross police station.
A Metropolitan Police detective, DC Pervaz Malik, has been dismissed for gross misconduct after being found to have hired sex workers and used drugs during overseas trips.
Metropolitan police have initiated a murder investigation following the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old man in central London on Friday night, near Abbey Orchard Street.
The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will resume arrests of Palestine Action protesters, reiterating that supporting the banned group remains a criminal offense and the law must be enforced, even as a government appeal is ongoing.
The Metropolitan Police have published the 999 call transcript from Sir Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, reporting that his phone was snatched in central London last October.
A tribunal is hearing allegations that 'unconscious bias' contributed to the Metropolitan Police's failure to properly investigate serial rapist David Carrick, with claims linked to the victim's race and sex.
Around 12,000 people are expected to attend the Al Quds Day demonstration
The House of Lords voted to scrap the recording of non-crime hate incidents, months after the Metropolitan Police had already indicated it would cease investigating them. Lord Toby Young of Acton proposed the abolition.
Three women have been interviewed by the Metropolitan Police on suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking as part of the ongoing Al Fayed investigation.
The Met Police are calling on witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following the ‘tragic incident’
On the fifth anniversary of Sarah Everard's murder, Metropolitan Police chief Sir Mark Rowley stated he understands why women may not trust the police and emphasized that rebuilding trust will take time.
The Met Police completed their investigation into the gardener’s death in November last year
The Metropolitan Police has issued an apology to Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle for sharing a tip-off regarding Peter Mandelson, with Hoyle stating he acted in good faith.
The Commons Speaker reportedly informed the Met Police that Peter Mandelson was a flight risk, leading to his arrest.
Exclusive: Police Federation condemns deployment of US firm’s tech to analyse behaviour as ‘automated suspicion’
Police have searched the home of former Prince Andrew a day after his arrest, with a politics professor providing commentary.
London's Metropolitan Police are searching for Daniel Boakye, a prisoner who escaped custody for the second time in a week while receiving hospital treatment.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has called on courts to stop releasing phone thieves who repeatedly reoffend and urged phone manufacturers to enhance security features to prevent resale.
The Metropolitan Police are investigating six stabbings and have arrested 24 people following an Arsenal Champions Parade, where over 500 officers were deployed.
A Metropolitan Police officer, PC Paul Heard, is suing the force for discrimination after his request to work from home was denied, citing the 'exhausting' three-hour commute from his Suffolk home to Croydon.
Tens of thousands of people protested against the Serbian president in Belgrade, leading to clashes between demonstrators and police in the city center. Incidents near Pionirski Park involved thrown firecrackers, bottles, and flares, with police pushing back the crowd and reports of officers beating protesters.
Russian warplanes reportedly "dangerously" intercepted a British Royal Air Force spy plane over the Black Sea, causing concern and prompting the UK Ministry of Defence to describe the incident as a near collision.
The UK government has banned at least eleven foreign far-right agitators from entering the country ahead of a planned rally in London. The measure aims to prevent potential unrest during the protest organized by activist Tommy Robinson.
It comes as a Unite the Kingdom rally is taking place in central London on the same day as the annual Nakba march.
The Metropolitan Police are preparing for two simultaneous protests in central London – a 'Unite the Kingdom' rally and the annual Nakba march – deploying armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers.
The Metropolitan Police is dedicating 1,000 extra officer shifts each week to protect Jewish communities in London, responding to a significant increase in antisemitic threats.
The annual Met Gala saw numerous celebrities showcasing a wide array of unique and often controversial fashion choices on the red carpet. Attendees' outfits, including Beyoncé's return and other notable looks, sparked widespread discussion and media coverage.
A hearing revealed that Metropolitan Police officers allegedly took photos of deceased individuals on their personal mobile phones, with one officer reportedly showing a photo of an elderly man who had died to 'uncomfortable' colleagues.
Two Green party candidates, Saiqa Ali and Sabine Mairey, standing in local elections, have been arrested by the Met police in connection with alleged antisemitic social media posts.
Complaints received by the Metropolitan Police regarding image-based sexual abuse have more than doubled over the past five years, prompting experts to call for social media platforms to enhance efforts against non-consensual image sharing.
The Metropolitan Police have launched investigations into hundreds of officers after utilizing an AI tool developed by Palantir, which uncovered various rule-breaking activities.
New reports reveal that Jeffrey Epstein housed victims of abuse in a network of London flats, even after a 2015 Metropolitan Police report. This revelation has led to renewed scrutiny of the Justice Ministry's handling of the Epstein case.
British counter-terrorism police are investigating a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in London. Authorities are examining potential links to Iran in connection with these incidents.
The Metropolitan Police's deputy commissioner called on technology firms to accelerate efforts in using technology to prevent children from creating and sharing nude images.
The Metropolitan Police are facing accusations of favoring a Tommy Robinson far-right rally over a pro-Palestine march, with celebrities like Annie Lennox and Miriam Margolyes signing a letter to the force after the Palestine march route was rejected.
The Metropolitan Police are investigating multiple suspected frauds where a 'fake landlord' allegedly scammed tenants out of deposits, including one instance where the scammer falsely claimed his father had died.
London's Metropolitan Police are reviewing CCTV footage following the theft of Irishman Morgan McSweeney's phone, which reportedly contained important messages related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
London's Met Police, in a U-turn, has stated that Palestine Action protesters will be arrested again, after previously easing arrests following a High Court ruling that the ban on the group was unlawful.
The Metropolitan Police chief stated it is 'too early' to attribute blame to Iran for the Golders Green incident, which is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime rather than a terrorist act by Scotland Yard.
Nottinghamshire and Met police made arrests in past year, despite MPs voting to decriminalise in England and Wales Vulnerable women in England are still being arrested and facing police…
An inquiry has revealed that four undercover police officers spied on the justice campaign run by the grieving family of Jean Charles de Menezes, an innocent man shot dead by Met police.
The UK government has banned the annual pro-Palestinian Al-Quds Day march in London, citing risks of disorder and the organizer’s alleged support for Iran, following a request from the Metropolitan Police. Organizers have decided to hold a static protest instead.
Three women have been interviewed under caution over offences including human trafficking and facilitating rape as part of an investigation into former Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed, the Metropolitan Police said.
The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.
Labour former minister Dawn Butler said it is ‘deeply disappointing’ that progress has been slow
The Metropolitan Police has issued an apology to the Lord Speaker after an error involving a tip-off led to the arrest of Lord Mandelson.
The Metropolitan Police has apologized to Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle for sharing information he provided about Lord Mandelson potentially being a flight risk.
The arrest followed search warrants at two addresses in the Wiltshire and Camden areas, police said
British police have arrested former Prince Andrew on suspicion of 'misconduct in public office,' according to reports.
The Met Police have launched a manhunt for Daniel Boakye
A legal challenge against the Metropolitan Police's policy requiring officers to declare membership in the Freemasons or similar organizations has been thrown out.