Accusations and Pressure
Top Labour politicians have been accused of pushing police to give Taylor Swift a royal-style blue-light escort to her Wembley gig. The Met Police's elite motorbike unit was hesitant to grant this VVIP service, which comes at a significant cost to taxpayers.
Personal Interventions
Senior cops reportedly agreed to Labour's requests after personal interventions by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, and London Mayor Sadiq Khan. This came after Swift's mom and manager, Andrea, threatened to cancel the August shows unless a police convoy was provided.
Security Concerns and Backlash
The Special Escort Group typically reserved for senior royalty and politicians, reluctantly agreed to provide protection for Swift. This move was met with criticism as it deviates from their usual operational protocols.
Free Tickets and Criticism
In addition to the security controversy, Labour politicians, including PM Sir Keir Starmer and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, received free tickets for the Wembley gigs. This sparked backlash and accusations of interference in police operational decisions.
Operational Independence and Response
The Metropolitan Police emphasized their operational independence and decision-making process based on thorough threat assessments. While a Home Office source highlighted the need for collaboration between the government, the Mayor's office, and the police to ensure event security.
Refunds and Controversy
PM Sir Keir Starmer offered to refund the free tickets he received for Swift's August concerts, worth £4,000. However, he did not commit to reimbursing the cost of tickets for a show he attended in June. Swift thanked the police for ensuring the safety of her Wembley gigs.
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