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Drew Harris is new PSNI deputy chief constable Drew Harris is new PSNI deputy chief constable
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Drew Harris has been appointed the new deputy chief constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland.Drew Harris has been appointed the new deputy chief constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
The post became vacant when Judith Gillespie stepped down in March.The post became vacant when Judith Gillespie stepped down in March.
Mr Harris is being promoted from assistant chief constable. Only two candidates - Mr Harris and his fellow assistant chief constable Will Kerr - applied.
"He brings immense experience and knowledge of policing to the job," the chair of the Policing Board Anne Connolly said. The chair of the Policing Board, Anne Connolly, said Mr Harris "brings immense experience and knowledge of policing to the job".
She added: "I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the unsuccessful candidate for their interest in the post and also Temporary Deputy Chief Constable Finlay for his work over the last number of months."
On Monday, the Policing Board rejected Sinn Féin claims that the recruitment process was compromised.
Sinn Féin Policing Board member Caitríona Ruane said she would withdraw from the selection panel.
"In light of the need for absolute transparency in all public appointments, and to protect the Policing Board's integrity, I believe the best course of action would be to begin a new recruitment process," she said.
Following the announcement of Mr Harris' appointment, Justice Minister David Ford said he had sought assurances from the Policing Board chair and chief executive.
"On the basis of the assurances provided by the chair and chief executive, I am content to approve the panel's recommendation," he said.
"I offer my warmest congratulations to Drew on his appointment as deputy chief constable.
"Drew brings a wealth of experience to the role with over 30 years of service as well as an understanding of policing in Northern Ireland and the challenges facing the PSNI."