News & Events
Celebration of Life Concert
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"Statement of Regret" - Competition
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Statement of Regret A punchy, provocative look at the Black British experience and the need, or not, for solidarity. » read more |
Celebration of Life Concert
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Metropolitan Black Police Association presents: |
New GCSE to tackle Gang Culture and Violence
| The recent and senseless murders of young people on inner city streets across the country has highlighted the need for a much deeper understanding of the influences on youth violence... » read more |
YBPA Youth Conference
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MetBPA invites you to Changes Youth Conference |
MetBPA 'Family & Friends' Dance
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The MetBPA will be holding a “Family & Friends Dance” on Saturday 14 th April at The Lane, Osborn St, London E1 6TE. This invitation is extended to all members of the police service and the community. Click here to find out more |
Withdrawal of original statement
Following a meeting with Martin Tiplady, Director of Human Resources for the Metropolitan Police service, the Metropolitan Black Police Association are encouraged by discussions which clarified many points made in the Sunday Mirror article dated 11 th March 2007. Read more |
Chief Superintendent Dr Ali Dizaei
We are extremely disappointed that Dr Dizaei was not successful in his application to become a Commander in the Metropolitan Police. The decision was made by the Metropolitan Police Authority. Read more |
Dr Dizaei’s book ‘Not One Of Us’
The imminent release of Dr Dizaei's book, ‘Not One Of Us', is seen as a milestone by the MetBPA. It charts the life of one of the most successful black minority ethnic officers in the MPS and the fact that he is achieving his goals in spite of the challenges he has faced. Dr Dizaei has spent a lot of time considering the merits of writing a book and we in the MetBPA support him in his goal to tell his story. While we believe that the issues surrounding Operation Helios will prove to be an uncomfortable read for all parties concerned, it also acts as a demonstration of transparency that highlights some of the mistakes that have already been made and acknowledged. Read more |
MetBPA Deputy Chair on the 2006 New Years Honours List
Deputy Chair of the Metropolitan Black Police Association and one of the founding members of the National Black Police Association, Bevan Powell has been award Member (of the Order) of the British Empire (MBE). Powell was one of three members of the Black Police Association who gave evidence to the Stephen Lawrence inquiry labelling the police service institutionally racist. The award has been given for his extraordinary commitment and selfless dedication in bringing about meaningful change in the approach of the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) to race and diversity issues. Powell said “I am extremely honoured to receive this appointment and it is shared with so many friends and colleagues within the BPA movement and broader Metropolitan Police Service. The support of my family and close friends has been central to my achievements throughout my career and without them much of this would have been impossible. Although much has been achieved in the area of race and policing, there is still much more to do in helping to create a police service which addresses the needs of all communities in a fair and just way”. |
