A damning independent review has exposed the entrenched systemic racism within London’s Metropolitan Police, highlighting that discrimination is deeply embedded in its systems, leadership, and culture. The report, released on Friday, echoes findings from a similar investigation conducted 26 years ago, underscoring the force’s persistent failure to address these issues. Commissioned following a 2023 study that labeled the Met as “institutionally racist, sexist, and homophobic,” the 126-page analysis by Shereen Daniels, a renowned expert on systemic racism, delves into the structural causes of racial harm within the organization. Daniels’ report, titled “30 Patterns of Harm,” emphasizes that racial discrimination is not isolated to individual incidents but is a recurring pattern perpetuated by systemic flaws. The review also highlights how racism intertwines with other forms of discrimination, affecting both internal operations and public-facing policing. Recent scandals, including the 2021 murder of Sarah Everard by serving officer Wayne Couzens and the 2023 conviction of David Carrick for multiple rapes, have further eroded public trust in the Met. The report calls for measurable reforms, urging the force to prioritize the lived experiences of Black Londoners, officers, and staff. Met Commissioner Mark Rowley acknowledged the report’s findings, admitting the need for further systemic and cultural changes while asserting that ongoing initiatives are making progress. However, he conceded that significant work remains to be done.