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Stephenson says he's 'hugely proud' to be the new Met chief
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Sir Paul Stephenson said today he was "hugely proud" to be appointed the new Metropolitan Police Commissioner.
The acting commissioner was unveiled as Britain's most senior police officer by Home Secretary Jacqui Smith and London mayor Boris Johnson.
The announcement marks the end of a race to head Scotland Yard that began with the resignation of Sir Ian Blair last October.
Sir Paul said: "I am just such a hugely proud policeman today, to be asked to lead the Met in bringing safety to millions of Londoners, millions of visitors and lead the Met's national efforts.
"I am just enormously proud and I understand the challenge that awaits me."
