Met Launches Stop and Search Survey to Win Back Londoners’ Trust
The Metropolitan Police Service (Met) has rolled out a fresh survey to get Londoners talking about stop and search. It’s part of their bid to forge a new community-police charter and fix a fractured relationship.
Stop and Search: Weapon-Buster or Trust-Breaker?
Under the New Met for London plan, stop and search has bagged around 4,000 dangerous weapons off the streets every year. That’s a big win for public safety and crime cutting.
But the Met admits it’s a double-edged sword. Poorly handled stop and search can alienate communities—especially those hit hardest by the tactic.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Speaks Out
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan, who’s leading the charge, said: “We want policing to have the consent of the people we serve. Stop and search does help keep London safe, but bad experiences have chipped away at trust.”
The Met wants Londoners to have their say on how stop and search is used and improved, focusing on officer training, transparency, and fairness.
Get Involved: Londoners! Your Voice Matters
Over the past months, the Met has chatted with charities, faith groups, youth organisations, and neighbourhood policing teams to gather views on stop and search.
Now, they’re calling on everyone to take part in their online survey. It takes about 20 minutes and could shape how stop and search operates in the capital moving forward.
Fancy having your say? Hit up the Met Police stop and search survey and make your voice count.
