London: London Mayor Boris Johnson said he would launch an inquiry into racism within the capital's police force as its Black Police Association urged minority recruits to boycott the service. The moves will add further pressure to the Metropolitan Police Service following the resignation last week of its Commissioner Sir Ian Blair after months of criticism of his leadership and his handling of major investigations. Among other issues Sir Ian had become embroiled in a high-profile row with Britain's highest ranking Muslim officer, Assistant Commissioner Tarek Gafour, who accused him of racial discrimination. Johnson said the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA), which oversees policing in London, would conduct a inquiry into "race and faith issues" within the force. "Policing a multicultural capital requires the police to have...
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