The former chief constable of Merseyside Police Bernard Hogan-Howe has been announced as the new commissioner of the Metropolitan Police.
Mr Hogan-Howe was appointed to the post after coming through an interview with London Mayor Boris Johnson and the Home Secretary Theresa May.
Commissioner Hogan-Howe was brought to Scotland Yard as acting deputy commissioner following the resignation of commissioner Sir Paul Stephenson and assistant commissioner John Yates over the News International phone hacking scandal.
Howe was also chairman of the Red Balloon Merseyside appeal which was set up to open a school for bullied children in memory of James Bulger.
Home Secretary Theresa May said: "I am delighted to announce Bernard Hogan-Howe as the new Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police.
"As you would expect for such a prestigious position, we had an exceptional field of candidates, but Bernard Hogan-Howe impressed us all with his vision for the Metropolitan Police, his commitment to cutting crime and the important work he has done for the public.
"I made my recommendation following representations from the Metropolitan Police Authority and discussions with the mayor of London, Boris Johnson."
"The Government's reforms are transforming the police in this country and Bernard Hogan-Howe has the skills and experience needed to ensure the nation's biggest force is at the forefront of this change.
"London is a great city and will next year host the biggest sporting event in this nation's history. I am confident he will lead the fight against crime with determination and vigour."
Sean, Liverpool around 8 months, 2 weeks ago