Baroness Lawrence gives evidence on progress since the Macpherson report
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Monday, February 4, 2019
Home Affairs Committee hears from Baroness Doreen Lawrence and the police on progress twenty years on
Key Points:
- This is the first oral evidence session for the Home Affairs Committees inquiry to mark the 20th anniversary of the Macpherson report the culmination of the public inquiry into the murder of Stephen Lawrence.
- The Committeehears evidence from Baroness Lawrence about her views on progress since the Macpherson report, and the legacy of her son, Stephen Lawrence.
- This will be followed by a panel of representatives from associations representing black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) officers and staff.
- Tuesday 5 Februaryin theGrimond Room, Portcullis House
The session is likely to cover:
The extent to which the police service has become a diverse and inclusive culture, free from the institutional racism identified by Sir William Macpherson, including the impact of training courses and other initiatives
The current state of police relations with BAME individuals and communities, including the impact of police tactics used disproportionately on BAME people, such as stop and search
The Committee has appointed Dr Nicola Rollock, as a Specialist Adviser to the Committees inquiry.