Met Police's Reckless Shortcut!

The Metropolitan Police in London hired over 1,000 officers without proper reference checks, violating official guidance. This oversight came to light during an internal review. The policy change aligned with government pressure to quickly meet a recruitment target of 20,000 officers. Clare Davies, the Met’s HR chief during this period, decided to bypass reference checks. Despite this, Davies was later promoted and now earns over £235,000 a year. The lapse raises concerns about potential risks and unchecked power within the force. The imperative for critical overhaul in police recruitment and vetting is clear.