IOPC appoint interim Director General after Lockwood departure

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IOPC appoint interim Director General after Lockwood departure

Former director general Michael Lockwood resigned after Home Secretary Suella Braverman asked him to vacate his role or face immediate suspension.

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Date - 6th December 2022
By - Cash Boyle

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The IPOC has appointed Tom Whiting as its interim Director General following the resignation of previous post-holder Michael Lockwood. Mr Whiting will temporarily take the reins after being confirmed at a special meeting on Sunday. He has been...

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