"Ian Blair put bobbies back on the beat in London and reduced crime.
The successful roll out of safer neighbourhood teams across the whole
of London was a major achievement and is a legacy which must be
defended. We also have a higher proportion of officers from Black and
Ethnic Minorities in London, as well as a larger number of women in
senior positions in the Metropolitan Police. Promoting equalities and
breaking the canteen culture was a major challenge and remains a big
challenge for the next commissioner. "
"Ian
Blair didn’t always get things right and some mistakes were made, but
he did try to pursue a progressive agenda and promote policing by
consent. I hope that the next commissioner will build on these
substantial achievements."