Crime and Policing Minister Kit Malthouse has defended Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick, describing her as "an officer of long-standing" who "has a lot to contribute to the fight against women and girls".
She has faced calls for her resignation after widespread criticism of police tactics at a vigil for Sarah Everard in south London on Saturday.
Report by Alibhaiz.
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