Badenoch criticises Macpherson report and calls for more stop and search
Summary
Kemi Badenoch criticized the Macpherson report, saying it caused problems by making police too afraid to stop and search young black men. She announced plans to remove the duty for public bodies to promote equality, arguing this would help stop crimes and save lives by allowing more stop and search actions.Key Facts
- Badenoch said the Macpherson report wrongly made accusations of racism be treated as fact.
- She believes fear of being called racist has stopped authorities from acting to prevent crimes.
- Badenoch plans to scrap the public sector equality duty (PSED), which requires public bodies to promote equality.
- She supports tripling stop and search actions, including more searches of black boys, to reduce crime.
- A report showed black people are up to 48 times more likely than white people to be stopped and searched in some wealthy parts of London.
- Some victims’ families reportedly want more stop and search to protect young black people.
- Critics warn removing the PSED could increase discrimination against pregnant women, disabled people, and others.
- Disability charities say the PSED helps ensure equal access to services like healthcare and education.
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