![]() Former officers who served under Sir James paid tribute on Twitter. Sir James is survived by his wife Joan and daughter. "On behalf of everyone at Greater Manchester Police I extend our sincere condolences to Mr Anderton's family." "He was highly regarded by police officers and staff and is still well remembered within GMP after over twenty years of retirement. "He was a public servant of significant stature who oversaw many innovative and important operational developments, leaving behind a lasting legacy in policing. James Anderton pictured in 1987 (Image: Mirrorpix) Stephen Watson QPM, Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, paid tribute to Sir James: "During his fifteen year service as Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, James Anderton led the force through some of the most extensive periods of change in UK policing. The Happy Mondays track 'God's Cop' is thought to have been inspired by him. ![]() He was also quoted as supporting the reintroduction of capital punishment, called on rapists to be castrated and said homosexuality should be outlawed. It was later revealed that the then Prime Minister backed him after he faced calls to quit. He was heavily criticised after saying that people with Aids were 'swirling in a human cesspit of their own making'. ![]() Known as 'God’s Copper', he was heavily influenced by his Christian faith and once claimed to be 'used by God' to speak out on moral issues. Hairy Biker Dave Myers shares cancer diagnosis and vows to 'get over this mess'īut he perhaps became most well known for his controversial views on a number of subjects.Woman's pets ate her dead cat after leaving them in the house to starve.He launched crackdowns against pornography and prostitution, against late night drinking and also launched the Tactical Aid Group, which was deployed to tackle public disorder. Sir James' tenure included high profile incidents including the Moss Side riot of 1981, the latest civil unrest to hit the country. He helped to introduce 'Community Contact Departments' to foster relationships with the public. He gained senior roles at forces in Cheshire and Leicestershire before being given the top job at GMP.Īfter being appointed he pursued a policy of 'public accountability', and demanded that the force maintain closer contact with the community. READ MORE : Mother of murdered Sophie Lancaster to be laid to rest with her daughterīorn in Wigan, Sir James joined the police in the 1950s and rose through the ranks. Sir James was well regarded by many police officers who regarded him as a 'copper's copper', but also severely criticised by others for his views. He had faced calls to step down after claiming that victims of Aids were in a 'human cesspool of their own making'.Ĭurrent GMP chief constable Stephen Watson has led tributes, describing him as a 'public servant of significant stature'. Known for his controversial opinions and hard line views, he inspired a Happy Mondays track and once had his job saved by Margaret Thatcher. Sir James led Greater Manchester Police between 19 and became one of the country's most high profile police chiefs. This is the perfect retro fun table lamp for bedrooms, bars, restaurants and living rooms.Sir James Anderton, the former chief constable of Greater Manchester Police, has died at the age of 89. Steampunk lamps are made of high grade plastic plating, so when you receive the package, you can install them yourself. Can be used as a night light, bedside lamp, reading lamp, bedside table lamp, tail lamp, corner table lamp, mood lamp. Excellent quality: this steampunk lamp is sturdy, good quality, no seams on the side. Wide application: this rocket lamp is very practical, you can put it anywhere, suitable for living room, bedroom, bedside, reading, office decorative lights, at dinner or as a night light, or as a gift to your loved ones, he it is the ideal choice.Ĥ. Put it in the room you want, not only add a vintage style lamp to light up your house, but also as a fun decoration, very attention-grabbing.ģ. ![]() Beautiful design: This steampunk rocket has a flame bulb, vintage industrial light design for creative rocket light wall decor lights. Versatility: This rocket light is very practical and versatile, with a main LED flame, E-26 bulb, and 4 flashing LED E-12 arrow bulbs.Ģ.
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