The Metropolitan Police commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, has raised alarms about potential rises in knife crime, violence against women, and theft in London without increased government funding. His report highlights that while recent financial support improved their outlook by nearly £100 million, the police force anticipates a significant reduction in personnel. Rowley emphasizes that without further investment, the Met will struggle to fulfill goals of reducing crime, underscoring a critical need for sustainable funding to maintain public safety and policing capabilities.
"Unless the Met receives more money in June's spending review, the government risks being unable to meet its own national promises to halve knife crime and violence against women and girls over the next decade."
"The commissioner acknowledges that extra funding from the Home Office and City Hall means the Met's final settlement is nearly £100 million better than it feared in November 2024."
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