The leader of Britain’s black and Asian police officers, Ch Insp Andy George, is currently under investigation due to a tweet he made. George, who is the president of the National Black Police Association, believes that this decision “sends a chilling message” and “stifles free speech”. The tweet in question followed the case of Martyn Blake, a firearms officer who was acquitted of murder after shooting an unarmed man, Chris Kaba. Blake was subsequently promoted from sergeant to inspector, despite the police watchdog’s recommendation for a gross misconduct hearing. George’s tweet compared Blake’s treatment to that of black and Asian officers, who are more liable to face disciplinary action than their white counterparts. George, a former firearms officer himself, retweeted a Daily Mail article about Blake’s promotion, arguing that this would be perceived as a “slap in the face” for these officers and could negatively impact Black communities. He sees his role as advocating for fairness and justice in policing, and believes this action undermines his ability to represent his members and address the inequalities they face. The investigation against George was initiated by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), who claim that his tweet may have breached their code of ethics. The complainant alleged the tweet stigmatized races and could incite hatred and division among officers. Meanwhile, Blake was charged with murder after an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), which is now deciding whether to pursue Blake for gross misconduct. The case has sparked debates over the prosecution of officers following incidents involving the use of force. The PSNI did not comment on the ongoing investigation.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/mar/04/leader-of-uk-black-police-officers-under-investigation-over-tweet