Met Police commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has praised the changes made today to how firearms officers will face trial over police shootings.
In a statement, he said the reforms “strengthen the police accountability system”.
“These measures represent positive progress toward a system that is both fairer and faster, supporting the vast majority of officers who serve with integrity every day,” he said.
Earlier this week, Sergeant Martyn Blake was cleared of murdering Chris Kaba in a shooting in 2022.
Sir Mark described Sergeant Martyn Blake as a “hero” and a “brave officer who acted in line with his training”.
“Accountability of the law is critical, but the current system is protracted and unbalanced and fails to secure the confidence of the public and officers,” he said.
“Over many years this has created a culture where our officers are increasingly more worried about a skewed, imbalanced system than they are the dangerous criminals they face on the streets. If this continues, this risks making the public less safe.
“These reforms are a crucial and welcome step forward and we will now work with government to deliver them at pace.”
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