The UK High Court ruled that the Metropolitan Police can’t dismiss officers by stripping their vetting status despite allegations, potentially reinstating “predator” officers. Patsy Stevenson, arrested at Sarah Everard’s 2021 vigil, fears this weakens police accountability, echoing concerns from @SadiqKhan. The ruling mandates suspended officers to remain paid, costing millions. Met's Sir Mark Rowley calls the situation “absolutely absurd,” with 300 officers under review. Many worry this decision undermines the justice system’s ability to cleanse the force of bad actors.
