- A government minister has criticised the wording of a police anti-racism commitment, stating it is 'wrong' for suggesting people should be treated differently based on ethnicity following the murder of Henry Nowak.
- The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) document advises officers to respond to individuals 'according to their specific needs' and not to be 'colour blind'.
- Policing minister Sarah Jones and the prime minister's spokesperson both expressed concerns about the language, with the latter stating 'we don't think that language is right'.
- The Police Anti-Racism Commitment was developed as part of a national Police Race Action Plan, aiming to make the service anti-racist and enhance trust, particularly among black communities.
- Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, chairman of the NPCC, confirmed they are reviewing the guidance to address legitimate concerns about its phrasing, while upholding the core intent to improve policing quality.
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