Lord Ian Blair served as the commissioner of the Metropolitan Police from 2005 to 2008 and passed away at 72 years old. He was in charge during the critical period of the 7/7 bombings in London. Born in Chester in 1953, he joined the Metropolitan Police in 1974 through a graduate entry scheme. Blair had ties to Christ Church, Oxford, where he studied English and later became an honorary student, which confirmed his death on Friday.
Lord Ian Blair, who served as the commissioner of the Metropolitan Police from 2005 to 2008, has passed away at the age of 72. His leadership spanned significant events, including the handling of the aftermath of the 7/7 bombings in London.
Born in Chester in 1953, Lord Blair joined the Metropolitan Police in 1974, advancing through the ranks before leading the UK's largest police force. He was honored with a title and maintained ties with Christ Church, Oxford.
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