Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has said he 'can't remember' any racism, sexism, or misogynistic behaviour during his three-decades-long career in policing.
Asked if he could remember any, he said, "no, I can't".
Sir Mark made the comments as he answered questions about policing priorities by the Home Affairs Committee.Sir Mark said the the case report on these issues showed there are officers at the force "who are angry and upset because they recognise this and they've had these experiences", but there are others "who haven't seen it and don't recognise it. People have different experiences in the organisation".
Sir Mark insisted that he has always been committed to high standards and is currently “doubling down on standards more ferociously” than has been done for decades. Committee member Lee Anderson voiced disbelieve that Sir Mark couldn't recall any instances of racism and sexism at the force.“The situation you find yourself in in this organisation is a national disgrace,” Mr Daly told Sir Mark. “It’s time that politicians called out the management of organisations like yours for what it is — a complete and utter mess for a long time.
Sir Mark said that since his return to the Met last September, he has been determined in ridding the force of rogue police. “We have made much progress over the last few decades but it’s not enough and we are doubling down on standards more ferocious than has been done for five decades,” he said.
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