biography
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Anderton, Sir (Cyril) James
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| lived:
| (1932– )
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| biography:
| Police officer, born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, NW England, UK. Educated in Manchester, he joined the local police force in 1953, becoming chief inspector in 1967, and chief constable of the Greater Manchester Police Force (1976–91). He was known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial opinions. He was knighted in 1991. |
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