Freemasons’ legal challenge attempt against Metropolitan police fails

High court judge rules in favour of force's decision to compel officers to declare membership of organisation

Freemasons have failed in their attempt to bring a legal challenge against Britain's biggest police force over its decision to compel staff to declare whether they are or have been members.

Mr Justice Chamberlain said on Tuesday that the Metropolitan police's decision serves a legitimate aim, maintaining and enhancing public trust in policing, and is proportionate".