Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis
The Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, commonly referred to simply as the Deputy Commissioner, is the second-in-command of London's Metropolitan Police Service. The rank is senior to Assistant Commissioner, but junior by one rank to Commissioner. The Deputy Commissioner's salary from 1 September 2010 is £214,722, making them the second highest paid British police officer.
Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis | |
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Incumbent Dame Lynne Owens since 20 February 2023 | |
Reports to | Commissioner |
Appointer | Monarch on advice of the Home Secretary |
Term length | Fixed term (maximum of 5 years, extendable) |
Formation | 1829 |
Deputy | Assistant Commissioners of Police of the Metropolis |
Salary | £250,944 per annum |
Website | www |
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