Unmasked: Secret BBC filming exposes hidden culture of misogyny and racism inside Met Police

A recent undercover investigation by BBC Panorama has revealed troubling evidence suggesting that deeply ingrained issues of misogyny and racism persist within the Metropolitan Police. Through secret filming, the program reportedly captured examples of what it describes as “toxic behaviours” that, rather than being eradicated from the force, appear to have been driven further underground. The findings indicate a hidden culture where discriminatory attitudes and conduct continue to operate, challenging previous assurances that such problems were being actively addressed and rooted out. This exposé brings to light concerns that while public scrutiny may have pushed these issues from overt display, they remain a part of the internal environment, manifesting in more clandestine ways. The investigation is expected to reignite debates about the effectiveness of reforms and the ongoing struggle to tackle systemic prejudice within the UK’s largest police service.