DEVELOPING: Met Police Chief Defies BBC Investigation, Vows to Remain in Office

Breaking News: Met Police Chief Defies BBC Investigation, Vows to Remain in Office Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has refused to resign from his position despite a Panorama investigation revealing evidence of misogyny and racism within the force. Speaking to BBC Radio London, he stated that those circulating rumors of his resignation are "the misogynists and racists who want me out". The commissioner acknowledged systemic issues but stopped short of calling them institutional. He highlighted improvements made since taking office three years ago, but accepted there is still a "cancer to be removed". Rowley's decision not to resign comes after the Panorama investigation exposed hidden culture of misogyny and racism inside the Met Police. Sir Mark Rowley became the force's chief after the murder of Sarah Everard in 2021. He vowed to remove wrongdoers from the Met at the time, but his stance on resignation has sparked controversy. The commissioner's refusal to step down is likely to fuel ongoing debates about police accountability and reform. This development comes as the Panorama investigation continues to unfold, with further revelations expected in the coming days. The Metropolitan Police Service has yet to comment on Sir Mark Rowley's decision. Developing Story This story is still unfolding and will be updated as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*