Met steps back on plans affecting 59 PCSOs in red route enforcement dispute

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A last-minute intervention has prevented dozens of PCSOs from losing their jobs during a disputed transfer linked to London’s red route enforcement. The row has drawn criticism over delays and responsibility between agencies.

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00:00The Met Police have stepped back from plans affecting dozens of PCSOs working on London's

00:06red routes. The officers were due to transfer out of the force under outsourcing arrangements

00:11linked to Transport for London. That move would have seen 59 PCSOs moved to a private contractor,

00:19raising fears of job losses. The Met says it stepped in to prevent staff losing their jobs

00:24almost overnight after a transfer dispute. The union and assembly members criticised the delay,

00:31warning it caused uncertainty and distress for affected workers. Transport for London says

00:36responsibility lies with the Met, while talks continue over future enforcement arrangements

00:42ongoing in a review.

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