The Metropolitan Police of London is grappling with a £260 million budget shortfall despite recent funding increases from local and central government, which provided a £10 million boost from the Mayor and £73 million from the government. This comes in the wake of an alarming prediction from Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley of potential staffing cuts and service reductions. The police force has expressed gratitude for the funding, yet warns that maintaining operations will require severe cost-cutting decisions. The upcoming government spending review is viewed as crucial for achieving a sustainable financial future for the Met.
Despite receiving a boost in funding from both central and local government, the Metropolitan Police still faces a significant budget shortfall of £260 million.
The funding increase of £83 million from the Mayor of London and central government only partially alleviates the previously forecasted £450 million shortfall for the Metropolitan Police.
The Commissioner warned of tough choices ahead, predicting cuts of 2,300 officers and 400 staff could be necessary to balance the budget.
The upcoming government spending review is hoped to address the Metropolitan Police's long-term funding issues and help create a sustainable financial footing.
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