Sir Mark Rowley noted that a third of officers are surrendering their Taser accreditation and over a quarter their firearms, which risks compromising safety in London.
The increasing violence against officers and the pervasive online abuse they face reflect a growing crisis in officers' confidence to perform high-risk jobs effectively.
Rowley emphasized the need for an accountability system for officers that is timely, fair, and respected, to foster better morale and public safety.
95% of officers reported that treatment by the government negatively impacts their morale, contributing to a climate where fewer are confident to engage in necessary policing.
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