Boris Johnson: We must do more to fix ‘serious issues of racism in Britain’

The landmark review by the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities (Cred) drew heavy criticism over its findings, with claims that it is culturally deaf, out of step with public opinion, and “steeped in denial”.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson admits more needs to be done to tackle racism in the UK. Picture: Scott Heppell/PA

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said more work needs to be done to tackle “very serious issues” of racism in Britain as ministers faced a backlash over a UK Government-backed review on racial disparity.

The UK Prime Minister thanked Samuel Kasumu, his most senior black adviser, after it emerged he had quit, with Downing Street insisting his departure was “absolutely nothing to do” with the report.