Met Police Warns of Station Closures and Crisis in Officer Confidence

Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley highlights budget shortfalls and rising abuse as key challenges threatening London's safety.

Half of London's police stations may close within a decade due to severe budget constraints and dilapidated conditions.
Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley emphasized the urgent need for hundreds of millions in new funding to avoid a financial 'cliff-edge.'
Growing abuse and criticism of officers, particularly on social media, have led to a decline in stop-and-search and arrest rates.
A significant number of officers are surrendering their public order, Taser, and firearms accreditations, reducing the force's capability to handle high-risk situations.
Rowley condemned the silence of authorities in addressing the abuse of officers, warning that it emboldens criminals and undermines police morale.