John Nott-Bower
Sir John Reginald Hornby Nott-Bower KCVO OStJ QPM (16 March 1892 – 3 October 1972) was Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, the head of the London Metropolitan Police, from 1953 to 1958. He was the first career police officer to hold this post.
Sir John Nott-Bower KCVO OStJ QPM | |
|---|---|
| Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis | |
| In office 1953–1958 | |
| Preceded by | Sir Harold Scott |
| Succeeded by | Sir Joseph Simpson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Reginald Hornby Nott-Bower 16 March 1892 Liverpool, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 3 October 1972 |
| Profession | Police officer |
Nott-Bower was a skilled horseman and polo player. He played rugby union for Tonbridge School and golf for the Metropolitan Police and Mid-Surrey. He was also very fond of bridge and fly fishing.
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