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Greater Manchester Police chief constable Ian Hopkins resigns

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direct to your inboxThe chief constable of Greater Manchester Police, Ian Hopkins, has resigned, the force announced today.

It follows the announcement GMP will be placed into 'special measures' after a damning inspection report published last week.The Manchester Evening News revealed on Wednesday Mr Hopkins has taken sick leave due to a debilitating ear condition.Now, in a statement released by the force, he has confirmed he has 'decided to stand down with immediate effect'.Mr Hopkins said he was due to retire next autumn and 'bringing that date forward assists in the timely recruitment of my successor'.In the statement Mr Hopkins said: "These are challenging times for Greater Manchester Police."The force has a long-term strategic plan to.

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