Geoffrey Dear, Baron Dear

Geoffrey Dear, Baron Dear is a British crossbench peer and retired senior police officer. Born in 1937, he had a distinguished career in law enforcement, serving as Chief Constable of the West Midlands Police and as an Assistant Commissioner in the Metropolitan Police. Since his appointment as a life peer in 2006, he has been an active member of the House of Lords, where he has focused on issues including criminal justice, civil liberties, and constitutional matters. He is known for his independent stance on various legislative reforms and his long-standing commitment to public service.