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<p>There is absolutely no place for discrimination in our society and particularly
in an institution as important as the Metropolitan Police. The findings of the employment
tribunal in the case brought by Carol Howard are of concern. It is vital that complaints
of racist and sexist behaviour in the workplace are taken seriously, investigated
thoroughly and resolved appropriately. The Independent Police Complaints Commission’s
(IPCC) recent report on police handling of allegations of discrimination made a number
of recommendations to improve police performance in this area. The IPCC will be working
with forces, the College of Policing and Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary
to ensure that these improvements are delivered. The Government has no plans at this
time to launch a public inquiry into police handling of discrimination claims.</p><p>
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