"After such conclusive results from our consultation, we have decided now is the right time to address longstanding concerns and that public and staff confidence must take precedence over the secrecy of any membership organisation. Our decision does not mean any member of staff cannot join the Freemasons or another similar organisation."
"Given the obvious, detrimental impact on our members, United Grand Lodge of England, Order of Women Freemasons and Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons consider that we now have no choice but to take legal action to challenge this unlawful decision. We do not take thi"
The Metropolitan Police added Freemasonry to its list of declarable associations, requiring serving and prospective staff to disclose membership. A Met consultation reportedly showed around two-thirds support for the requirement on grounds that undisclosed membership can affect public perception of police impartiality. The policy aims to boost transparency and address concerns about hierarchical organisations that may require mutual support among members. The United Grand Lodge of England has sent a letter before claim seeking judicial review and wants the policy suspended, arguing the change infringes members' rights and breaches equality and data protection requirements.
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