Met police face independent inquiry over fears 300 recruits not properly vetted

Home secretary to order special investigation amid concern inadequate checks during hiring spree may pose criminal risk The home secretary is to order an independent special inquiry into whether the Metropolitan police allowed hundreds of recruits to join without proper vetting amid fears they may pose a criminal risk.The Guardian has learned that the inquiry will be carried out by the policing inspectorate, with concerns centred on 300 new officers hired between 2016 and 2023. Continue reading...