Six officers from Greater Manchester Police have been dismissed following an investigation into allegations of racial discrimination.

The internal investigation was launched in June 2024 after it was reported that an officer had been subjected to racist behaviour by colleagues in December 2023.

That officer, who has African heritage, made a complaint after her accent was mimicked by a group of officers.

She was also compared to a suspect with similar skin colour and had a derogatory comment made about her hair.

After a misconduct hearing which lasted just over two weeks, the verdict was that the six officers, as well as two former officers, had committed gross misconduct.

They have also been added to the barred list at the College of Policing.

These officers were PC Demi Green, PC Heena Rani, PC Lucy Granby, PC Matthew Barlow, PC Matthew Hill, PC Mohammed Abid, former PC Jake Holt and former Officer A – who has been granted anonymity.

The misconduct hearing panel also found Sergeant Adrian Bick's actions amounted to misconduct, as there was no breach of the standard of equality and diversity.

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Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods said: "No officer or member of staff should have to come to work and experience discriminatory behaviour from the people they serve alongside. Everyone has the right to feel respected, valued and part of the same team with a shared commitment to serving our communities and keeping people safe.

"I would like to acknowledge the courage of the officer who came forward and reported these concerns. It is important that people have the confidence to speak up, knowing they will be listened to and supported.

"Since this investigation began, our Bury district has worked closely with officers, staff and community representatives to listen to concerns, take action, and ensure we remain a police service that our diverse communities can identify with and be proud of. Those conversations and relationships are vital in helping us build trust and confidence."