Met Police Chief Issues Stirring Call Amid Covid Crisis
Commissioner Cressida Dick has fired a rallying cry as coronavirus sweeps through London. The alarming spread of COVID-19 is causing fear and uncertainty across the capital. Nobody knows exactly how it will hit families and daily life. New Government guidelines underscore the seriousness of the threat—and the urgent need for everyone to act responsibly.
Met Sets Up Fightback to Keep London Safe
The Metropolitan Police are not standing still. They’re planning ahead and working round the clock to keep Londoners protected. “This pandemic is moving fast and throws up new challenges,” said Dick, “but much stays the same. Our brave, dedicated officers remain on the streets, supporting communities and tackling crime.”
The Met is in close contact with Whitehall, ensuring policing efforts back the wider national response. Commissioner Dick has tapped Assistant Commissioner Mark Simmons—armed with 37 years’ experience—to lead the Met’s coronavirus strategy. Simmons and his team are prioritising demands, supporting staff, and focusing on slashing violent crime while keeping frontline officers safe.
How Londoners Can Help Beat the Virus
- Look out for each other and stay supportive of emergency services.
- Keep updated with official Government and health advice.
- Use non-emergency contact methods, like the Met website, to free up phones for urgent calls.
“Policing is about tackling risk and juggling priorities with limited resources,” said Dick. “Our officers joined the job to help people—and that’s exactly what we’ll do. The Met is as resilient as London itself” she added.
From Terror Attacks to Covid: London’s Spirit Endures
Commissioner Dick recalled how Londoners came together after the horror of the 2017 terror attacks. “In the darkest times, tolerance, unity and kindness shone through. Those values will carry us through this challenge too.”
