Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox A new era for GMP has officially begun.
Chief Constable Stephen Watson was sworn in at short ceremony today. The event was short and sweet attended only by Greater Mayor, Andy Burnham, his deputy Bev Hughes, and magistrate, Steven Paine.
But the task facing the new head of the force is colossal as he attempts to bring it out of special measures. Ms Hughes posted on social media: “Chief Constable Stephen Watson’s attestation today signals a new chapter for @gmpolice and acceleration of the positive changes already underway." It would appear the only way is up after the force hit rock bottom.
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