B@stard had still overstayed his visa so was here illegally anyway.
I have no time for Ian Blair but he is no worse than the last arse who held that job, or the one before.
Frankly from my professional relationship over many years with the Met Plod I am only surprised they didn't take out the whole carriage full.
As for post in the interests of balance I recall making the same point 2 years ago when we forgathered at another place.