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Londoners recount racist abuse as hate crime figures climb
society14 days ago

Londoners recount racist abuse as hate crime figures climb

Londoners share personal encounters with racist abuse—from a Walthamstow restaurant to a Wembley FA Cup incident—as Met Police data show racist hate crimes in London rose about 9% to nearly 18,000 in the last year; victims describe lasting impacts, including identity crises and fear, with communities offering support; police say they’re forming a detective-led hate crime team to improve investigations, though many incidents go unreported.

via BBC|
#community#hate-crime#london
Gary Glitter charged with historic sexual offences dating to the late 1970s
crime28 days ago

Gary Glitter charged with historic sexual offences dating to the late 1970s

Former pop star Gary Glitter (Paul Gadd) has been charged with four historical sexual offences dating from 1978–1981: one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14, alleged to have taken place at a Kensington address with one identified victim. He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August. The charges follow a January 2025 Met report; Glitter was interviewed in July 2025 and remains in custody at HMP Channings Wood. CPS London says there is sufficient evidence and it is in the public interest to proceed.

via BBC|
#crime#gary-glitter#historical-sexual-offences
London real estate event linked to illegal settlements draws scrutiny
world1 month ago

London real estate event linked to illegal settlements draws scrutiny

An investigation shows exhibitors at London's Great Israeli Real Estate Event marketing properties in occupied territories, including settlements in East Jerusalem and the West Bank (e.g., Ma'ale Adunim, Kfar Eldad, Teneh Omarim). The revelations prompted calls from Mayor Sadiq Khan and MPs for scrutiny, protests outside the venue, and organizers denying wrongdoing, while UK guidance cautions against settlement-related activity.

via Middle East Eye|
#east-jerusalem#illegal-settlements#london-event
London mayor pushes police to scrutinize expo linked to West Bank settlements
world1 month ago

London mayor pushes police to scrutinize expo linked to West Bank settlements

London Mayor Sadiq Khan opposes the upcoming Great Israeli Real Estate Event in London that promotes companies tied to illegal Israeli settlements and says he has discussed it with the Metropolitan Police, Foreign Office and Home Office. Legal groups have asked the Met to consider possible offences and whether a Serious Crime Prevention Order should be used to block the event, while organisers deny wrongdoing and the government has warned businesses against activity in settlements.

via Middle East Eye|
#great-israeli-real-estate-event#illegal-settlements#metropolitan-police
Emails link Met officers to guarding Epstein’s New York home for Prince Andrew
world5 months ago

Emails link Met officers to guarding Epstein’s New York home for Prince Andrew

US Department of Justice emails show Metropolitan Police protection officers were told to guard Jeffrey Epstein’s New York home during a December 2010 stay for Prince Andrew, including arrangements for two officers and a temporary access code; the Met says it has not identified any wrongdoing and is contacting officers who may have information, as the case intersects with ongoing scrutiny of Andrew’s travel and his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

via BBC|
#epstein#metropolitan-police#new-york
Met Police Probe Into Prince Andrew Protection Team Over Epstein Island Claims
uk-news5 months ago

Met Police Probe Into Prince Andrew Protection Team Over Epstein Island Claims

London’s Metropolitan Police say they are conducting initial inquiries into allegations about Prince Andrew’s close-protection officers after a former RaSP member claimed the protection team may have turned a blind eye during visits to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island, Little St James. The force says no wrongdoing has been identified yet and aims to establish the facts, with the possibility of the IOPC taking over if concerns emerge. The report also notes Andrew’s denial of wrongdoing and a prior settlement with Virginia Giuffre, while other UK forces review Epstein-related allegations and the NPCC coordinates a national response to the large volume of documents.

via BBC|
#jeffrey-epstein#little-st-james#metropolitan-police
Court upholds Met Police Freemason membership disclosure policy
uk-news5 months ago

Court upholds Met Police Freemason membership disclosure policy

The High Court has dismissed a challenge to the Metropolitan Police's internal policy requiring staff to declare Freemason membership, ruling the measure lawful, proportionate and non-discriminatory as it protects public trust. The disclosure is internal, with only a small number of staff having access to the list, and about 400 declarations have been made so far, despite objections from Freemason groups and rights advocates.

via BBC|
#disclosure-policy#freemasons#high-court
Police Spy's Testimony at Undercover Inquiry Raises Concerns
world7 months ago

Police Spy's Testimony at Undercover Inquiry Raises Concerns

A former undercover Metropolitan Police officer, Alison, testified about her manipulative relationship with agent HN15, Mark Jenner, who infiltrated a left-wing group and deceived her into a relationship, revealing systemic misconduct and cover-ups within the police force. The inquiry aims to uncover the extent of deception and misconduct by undercover officers, with calls for reform and accountability.

via BBC|
#metropolitan-police#police-misconduct#relationship-deception
Prince Andrew Under Police Investigation Over Epstein Links and Allegations
uk-politics9 months ago

Prince Andrew Under Police Investigation Over Epstein Links and Allegations

Parliament faces mounting pressure to investigate Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein and consider stripping him of his royal titles, amid calls for a formal inquiry and potential legislative changes, following allegations and leaked communications suggesting misconduct and attempts to gather damaging information.

via The Guardian|
#epstein-links#metropolitan-police#parliamentary-investigation
Prince Andrew under investigation for alleged misconduct involving Virginia Giuffre
uk9 months ago

Prince Andrew under investigation for alleged misconduct involving Virginia Giuffre

The Metropolitan police are investigating claims that Prince Andrew asked his protection officer to find information on Virginia Giuffre, amid ongoing allegations related to Jeffrey Epstein. The claims include Andrew allegedly providing sensitive personal information about Giuffre, with the police actively looking into the matter. Prince Andrew has stepped back from royal duties and relinquished his titles amid these controversies, with calls for further action from Giuffre's family and public figures.

via The Guardian|
#jeffrey-epstein#metropolitan-police#prince-andrew