Rishi Sunak backs Met Police amidst complaints
Rishi Sunak voiced his support for the Metropolitan Police as they face criticism over their management of pro-Palestine demonstrations.
Controversy surrounds threats to arrest 'openly Jewish' man
Sir Mark Rowley is under pressure to step down after the Met Police threatened to arrest a man for being 'openly Jewish' during a Gaza protest march.
Outrage over police conduct
The Met Police sparked outrage this month after threatening to arrest Gideon Falter, an antisemitism campaigner, for his Jewish identity while walking alongside a pro-Palestine demonstration in London.
Calls for accountability and rebuilding trust
Following the incident, calls for Sir Mark's resignation have surfaced, with demands for accountability and rebuilding trust from the Jewish community and the wider public.
Government response and demands for action
Home Secretary James Cleverly is set to address the issue with Sir Mark Rowley, while Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell emphasized the need to ensure the safety and freedom of all individuals, regardless of faith, during public demonstrations.
Reiterating apologies and addressing concerns
Sir Mark Rowley has reaffirmed the Met Police's apology and acknowledged the need to address the raised concerns within the Jewish community regarding the incident.
