The Met commissioner says policing has been ‘left in a hopeless position’ after the force lost a legal challenge over vetting rules.

The High Court’s ruled it can’t fire officers by removing their clearance.

The case was brought by Sergeant Lino Di Maria, after he was deemed unfit to serve because of sexual assault allegations, which he denies.

The government says it’s ‘acting rapidly’ to strengthen regulations.

Met Police Commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley says it’s absurd.