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@DameLynneOwens

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Deputy Commissioner @metpoliceuk . Previous Director General @NCA_UK . Deputy Lieutenant in support of @SLieutenancy #breastcancer

England, United Kingdom
Joined December 2011
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@DameLynneOwens
Lynne Owens
3 years
I know Chris Whitty; I’ve worked alongside him. He’s quiet & unassuming yet clear & determined. He’s dedicated his life to service with medical training & practise. He’s focused on saving lives. He needs our support; I’ll continue to listen to his advice
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Lynne Owens
1 year
@PetronellaWyatt You are the second female journalist to comment on the Senior Investigating Officers appearance - I just don’t get it. The press have an important role in holding the police to account but surely the focus should all be on finding Nicola Bulley not this
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Yesterday was incredibly special. I attended my investiture at Buckingham Palace & was awarded my Damehood, DCB, by the Prince of Wales. Delayed by covid & then cancer being able to celebrate in this way, with my family, is indescribable
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Lynne Owens
2 years
It’s that time of year when people get carried away with stories. I’m aware of two cases where @metpoliceuk officers have been photographed having a snowball fight. In one it’s with the community - that’s great community engagement 1/3
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Lynne Owens
2 years
With all that’s going on in the world this feels a little self indulgent but discharged by the oncologist today. I know that others don’t have that moment & that I will always need to be alert to future risks - for now time to live life fully & with thanks for this chance
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@DameLynneOwens
Lynne Owens
4 years
Please excuse the personal tweet. Today my amazing brother retires after 30 years on the operational front line, predominantly with @MetTaskforce . Proud of you Dunc & the difference you have made x
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Lynne Owens
2 years
At this impending Christmas time let’s just be a little more tolerant of those who are doing their best in the hardest of circumstances. We won’t always get it right but this isn’t one of those times 3/3
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@DameLynneOwens
Lynne Owens
2 years
Finally had the results of my one year anniversary of breast cancer scan showing ‘no suspicious areas.’ Obviously over the moon & excited by what the future may bring, professionally …. & personally with the addition of this little one to the family
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@DameLynneOwens
Lynne Owens
2 years
Some news about my professional life! Can’t wait to get started …
@metpoliceuk
Metropolitan Police
2 years
Incoming Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has appointed @DameLynneOwens as interim Deputy Commissioner. Sir Mark said: “She is an outstanding leader, who brings immense operational expertise & experience driven by the value of public service.” ⬇️
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Lynne Owens
3 years
A thread ….. some personal news. I recently received a diagnosis that I have treatable breast cancer. To lead with authenticity & candour I have told our officers & partners, being overwhelmed by messages of support & encouragement 1/
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Lynne Owens
2 years
@PeterBleksley I see an incredibly smart officer alongside the community. Was this taken at the Trafalgar Square Diwali event today? She has my full support
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Lynne Owens
1 year
These officers 👇 …. Soaking wet … & then wetter … but still smiling & maintaining their professional positions
@BelindadeLucy
Belinda de Lucy
1 year
Cheers to the policeman in the puddle yesterday and his colleagues trying to keep a straight face every time this happened. They kept us entertained in the rain! #Coronation #BestofBritish @GBNEWS
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Lynne Owens
4 years
Restrictions are in place to save lives. If only some people would spend less time trying to work out how to get around the law or guidance (criticising hard working police in the process) & just selflessly stay at home. It’s really not that complicated.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
In another they are targeting one another in a moment of downtime. Our people do stressful jobs & I have no problem with them having a small moment of fun. Of course they need to be aware of the perceptions of professionalism 2/3
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Lynne Owens
2 years
My first swimsuit for my post mastectomy body arrived today & I am very happy with it. A few months ago I’d have posted a photo to give other breast cancer sufferers hope but I think that will provoke odd reactions now I’m in this role - hopefully the words will be enough!
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Officer safety training for me today (handcuffs, baton etc) enabling me to deploy operationally alongside officers on New Year. Slightly nervous about the impact on my cancer affected side because of the physicality of it but leadership requires that we do what we ask of others
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Lynne Owens
2 years
How brave was this officer - she chased, detained & hang onto a suspect found to be armed! This needs to get much attention. Accountability needs to recognise the good as well as bad & she undoubtedly saved lives or prevented serious injury
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Lynne Owens
3 years
I retire on Monday & then surgery Tuesday. I am beyond grateful to all @NCA_UK officers for the send off they gave me. The very many messages alongside their gathering to clap will stay with me for a long while. They will carry on - they are #proudtoprotect
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Lynne Owens
7 years
@EamonnHolmes Disparaging comments when my colleagues are mid dealing with a serious incident are deeply unhelpful. @CCIanHopkins supplied facts as known
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Standing room only at Charing Cross with many more outside. Clear briefings with officers, understanding the expectations of them. Proud to serve #coronation
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Lynne Owens
2 years
This is fair feedback. The priority this morning was getting the Commissioner & I (variously) out to the hospital & to the station (where the team were based) whilst managing the State event, with responsibilities there. We needed to find the time to better form the statement.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Despite the intensity of my current role & the requirements of ‘on call’ I’ve taken a moment today to reflect. A year ago this week I retired from ⁦ @NCA_UK ⁩ & the following day had a right breast mastectomy. Not a period I would have chosen but content with where I now am
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Lynne Owens
3 years
Grateful to everyone for their kind words & best wishes. After successful surgery yesterday I’m pleased to be back home today. My Surgeons parting words ‘take it easy.’ For once in my life I intend to listen #breastcancer
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Lynne Owens
1 year
This account existed before I took on my current role. I’ve had to rein in the personal content but some have missed the dogs …… so an annual leave day walking with this pair in the beautiful sun is worth a share
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Lynne Owens
4 years
I am beyond proud of our officers & grateful for the work of partner agencies. This is a momentous operation & effort with the results speaking for themselves. Leading the UKs fight to cut serious & organised crime - doing what it says on the tin!
@NCA_UK
National Crime Agency (NCA)
4 years
National Crime Agency and police have smashed thousands of criminal conspiracies after the infiltration of encrypted communication platform #EncroChat in the UK's biggest ever law enforcement operation. Read more ➡️
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Lynne Owens
2 years
At the hospital today for a check up. All good …. My Consultant ‘this is the healthiest I have seen you.’ I’m grateful they are keeping an eye on me but pleased I don’t have to go back for another 6 months 💪🎉🎉 #breastcancer
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Lynne Owens
6 years
Undercover policing is a highly specialised & regulated tactic undertaken by brave officers to protect the public from the most serious offenders. I’d encourage @LushLtd to visit @NCA_UK to receive a contemporary briefing
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Touched & humbled by the many messages yesterday. I tried to keep up but apologies if I didn’t get to yours. For those asking the puppy & Springer are slowly making friends…. As long as he doesn’t have to look at her 😂
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Well the pup slept from 2200 - 0215 when she decided she needed the toilet. Played until 0300 but then back to sleep until 0530. Not too bad so let’s celebrate with her first ever #tongueouttuesday
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Lynne Owens
4 years
👇Shocked & humbled but delighted to be able to celebrate alongside two other Agency officers & many others in the law enforcement family who dedicate their lives to protecting the public
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National Crime Agency (NCA)
4 years
NCA’s role in targeting the most harmful serious and organised crime offenders highlighted with a string of New Year’s Honours, including for @NCA_LynneOwens who has been made a Dame Commander of the Order of the Bath (DCB).
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Lynne Owens
2 years
This morning I chaired @metpoliceuk significant change & investment board. This afternoon I went for my ‘one year post mastectomy’ breast cancer check. All was fine & I just reflect on the rollercoaster of life
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Lynne Owens
2 years
From one uniform to another. Delighted to be accepted as a ⁦ @RoyalVolService ⁩ volunteer. Induction, training & then deployment the week after next. Giving something back at the hospital that treated me - hopefully there for patients, staff & visitors at their time of need
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Lynne Owens
3 years
My niece finishes night duty as a nurse, my daughter a day shift as a police officer. We pray they both lateral flow test negative so that we can all safely be together with my parents. The price of public service (including people like supermarket workers) is significant
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Today I am 53 - 52 was pants! Set myself a goal of being back running 10k &, with the help of a new watch from the lovely Mr & Miss O, I smashed it 🎉🎉🎉 Feeling it in the radiotherapy damaged lymph system but no pain no gain. Let’s do this 53 #goodnewssaturday
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Lynne Owens
2 years
This morning I’m meant to be doing some of my ‘on boarding’ forms for ⁦ @metpoliceuk ⁩ …. This little one is a bit of a distraction 😂
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Lynne Owens
2 years
This weeks purchases have arrived! Now time to get working on those shoes - standards matter in my view as they link directly to how the public see us.
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Lynne Owens
3 years
Some news …. How am I feeling? Proud (of the Agency and my colleagues), humbled (by the support shown to me), determined (to get through the surgery in the most healthy way possible) & positive for the future (looking for new opportunities & valued time with family/friends)
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National Crime Agency (NCA)
3 years
Dame Lynne Owens, Director General of the National Crime Agency announces her intention to retire. Full story ➡️
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Lynne Owens
3 years
What a gorgeous day & an amazing milestone! Done my first proper run since all #breastcancer started. Only 2k but at the same pace as before (normal distance 10k.) Now to build distance & pace. Chest wall & back of arm aches a bit but feeling 💪 with a big smile on my face
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Lynne Owens
2 years
A year ago I was recovering from radiotherapy & celebrating my road to recovery with no on call or leadership responsibilities. This year is different again but I remain deeply thankful & know others are less fortunate 🙏🌲🎅
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Lynne Owens
2 years
33 years ago today I joined @metpoliceuk & I look forward to rejoining on 12th September. So much has changed in that time, much of it for the better. Frontline officers are under far more scrutiny than I ever was. It’s a messy world & what they encounter is messy too
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Grateful for all the comments yesterday about whether I can sensibly sustain a Twitter presence in this new role. The feedback spans definitely yes to no & everything in between. A morning cuddle before another day in London - the pups presence here may be limited from 12th Sept
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Lynne Owens
2 years
There are no words …. 👇 On duty or off duty an absolute determination to protect the public, putting themselves in harms way
@metpoliceuk
Metropolitan Police
2 years
🎬 Clive Tebu had a loaded gun in his car when officers tried to pull him over. His desperate bid to escape saw him speed through residential areas then jump into a river. ⚖️ Thanks to the bravery of officers he didn’t get away. This week he was jailed for 5 years & 10 months.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
My #goodnewssaturday is that the comms team @metpoliceuk support my trying to maintain this account. I won’t engage on Met Police matters in direct message & neither will I be able to consider specific cases or reports. Hoping I can still add value to the general chat
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Been out for a run, beauty in the world around me & reflecting that two years ago June/July I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I’ve returned to policing even more determined to make a difference but my tolerance for the things that hold us back or are simply games is also lower
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@DameLynneOwens
Lynne Owens
2 years
An honour to take the oath this morning with the Commissioner … recognising the solemnity of this time but with a commitment to serve His Majesty The King. Our promises to the people of London too, words (then actions) matter
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Lynne Owens
2 years
I’d just finished my volunteering when I received a call passing on this news on behalf of Cress. Behind the uniform & the role is a human being - its’s that person who is in my thoughts tonight. I’ve never doubted she cared passionately about London, the Met & their people.
@metpoliceuk
Metropolitan Police
2 years
Commissioner Cressida Dick will resign from the Metropolitan Police Service - read her statement here.
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Lynne Owens
4 years
Well that was a first! Grateful for all the messages of support & encouragement. Above all though thanks to those across the whole law enforcement family who are tirelessly protecting the public
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National Crime Agency (NCA)
4 years
DG @NCA_LynneOwens : Serious and organised criminals are looking to take advantage of these unprecedented times. It is showing them for what they really are – amoral, corrupt and exploitative. I want to assure you that the NCA is responding as quickly as ever to stop them.
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Lynne Owens
3 years
My retired police officer brother kindly took me to radiotherapy. In line with the pattern they were running 1 hour late. His message reply ‘don’t worry I’m eating doughnuts in the car park.’ I thought the ‘s’ was superfluous but no, he ate 4 in 1 hour 😂 Very grateful though ❤️
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Lynne Owens
3 years
A brilliant afternoon with Mr O in London enjoying a champagne afternoon tea courtesy of our very special daughter ❤️ He made short work of the cake ….. me of the champagne 😂
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Lynne Owens
4 months
Determined, brave, relentless ….. these officers are outstanding
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Metropolitan Police
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Officers fearlessly ran into a burning building to rescue those trapped inside. They arrived in under five minutes and thanks to their quick action no one suffered serious injuries. Seven officers and six residents were taken to hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation and
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Lots of new journalists suddenly following me & asking for follows back. Must be fascinated by springer spaniels, tales of running or maybe it’s something else …… 🤷‍♀️ 😂😂😂
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Lynne Owens
2 years
My feed has been a bit serious this week. Todays very soggy walk has left him with a fetching hair quiff. Made me smile, so one for all the dog lovers out there
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Lynne Owens
2 years
One week & two days until we pick up this beautiful little girl. We can’t wait! #goodnewssaturday
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Lynne Owens
2 years
The deadline for @metpoliceuk Commissioner applications is tomorrow. To prevent speculation & in the interests of transparency I’m not applying. I’m so grateful for the support I’ve had as I’ve worked through my decision 1/
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Happiness is …… the beautiful pup is home & settling well. Thanks so much to ⁦ @Flip_FlopCop ⁩ & family for looking after & socialising her so well
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Great minds Pippa - I was just searching for this to post …. This 👇
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Assistant Commissioner Pippa Mills
1 year
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Lynne Owens
2 years
An important update that I know will interest after so many have expressed concern & sent best wishes to our officers. I’m grateful to those on the MIT who have worked tirelessly on this & to ⁦ @CPSUK ⁩ for authorising appropriate charges
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Lynne Owens
5 years
30 years ago today I joined ⁦ @metpoliceuk ⁩. Thinking about all the people I have met over the years & the many outstanding people I have worked alongside including my gnarly, traditional ex TSG Inspector who wrote this - still proud of it now 1/2
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Lynne Owens
6 months
Sometimes important to take a moment …. What a privilege to have this view from my office
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Lynne Owens
2 years
At a very human level this will be an immensely emotional day for Cress & it’s lovely to see these photographs. People rightly want to show their thanks & respect to her after almost 40 years of public service 👏👏👏👏👏👏
@metpoliceuk
Metropolitan Police
2 years
📸 | Officers and staff say goodbye to Commissioner Cressida Dick at New Scotland Yard. This afternoon the Commissioner will lead her final graduation parade marking record numbers of Met officers.
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Lynne Owens
4 years
This is a first - it is important to local communities that crime doesn’t pay & to protect the UK economy from illicit funds. Superb work by our investigators & legal team after a referral from ⁦ @WestYorksPolice ⁩, great partners
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Lynne Owens
2 years
A short thread - it has been an honour & privilege for @metpoliceuk , supported by other forces & partners, to serve His Majesty the King in the period of mourning & to escort Her Majesty the Queen in her final journey 1/
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Lynne Owens
2 years
In other news …. How beautiful are these sweet peas from my garden
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Lynne Owens
4 years
Thank you; leading the impressive officers of the Agency & across our partners is a privileged. Relentlessly focussed on protecting the public from the scourge of serious & organised crime
@pritipatel
Priti Patel MP
4 years
Lynne is an outstanding Director General of @NCA_UK and I am delighted to confirm her reappointment during a critical time in the fight against serious and organised crime.
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Lynne Owens
1 year
When I joined policing, like many ex officers on here, I made many mistakes - everyone does. The difference was that my errors were quietly debriefed or self corrected. Now their every move is recorded & amplified - of course they/we must be accountable 1/2
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Apologies for another slightly self indulgent tweet …. But 6k … I just ran 6k…….. #goodnewssaturday
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Lynne Owens
2 years
In at New Scotland Yard today to receive briefings on the significant events & issues @metpoliceuk are working on. I took the opportunity to talk to some of the officers deployed. I look forward to taking the oath tomorrow & working alongside them
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Lynne Owens
3 years
Back to the hospital for the post surgery results. 3 weeks of radiotherapy, many years of hormone suppressing drugs & then infusions twice a year to protect my bones - but hopefully that’s it. Within 6 weeks I go for my prosthetic breast fitting too - weird eh! #breastcancer
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Signing off for 2 weeks leave. I’ll dip on/off here occasionally but won’t be prioritising @metpoliceuk issues or responses. Time for a bit of 🏃‍♀️ 🍷 ☀️ 🐶 📖 🪴with family & friends
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Lynne Owens
3 years
To protect my skin from radiotherapy I moisturise regularly. I spend the evening without my breast prosthetic in. I’m not sure I’ll ever get used to that image, glanced in a mirror. It’s saved my life but it’s different. I’m not ashamed or sad - it’s just odd 🤷‍♀️ #breastcancer
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Pup update - Day 5! Sleeping through from 10pm - 5.30am, Springers starting to realise she may be fun ….. the garden is taking a bit of punishment but hey it’s all dried up anyway. I’m off to New Scotland Yard, not afraid to confess I’m excited. Lots to do!
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Lynne Owens
4 years
This is an ongoing investigation but swift & decisive action by our officers
@NCA_UK
National Crime Agency (NCA)
4 years
Two men suspected of facilitating illegal immigrants into the UK have been arrested as part of a National Crime Agency investigation. Read more ➡️
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Lynne Owens
5 years
Been watching the debate about DCC Rachel Swanns hair this week. She is a well respected & highly capable operationally focussed leader - she’s also human. It’s legitimate to have a polite conversation about standards. It isn’t to be sexist, homophobic or otherwise insulting
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Lynne Owens
2 years
…. & for those who are here for dog content - there are numerous comfy dog beds throughout the house but this foot stall is the pups ‘go to’ having got wet charging around the garden
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Lynne Owens
2 years
I agree - superb work. I love the way the officer repositions the helmet to be correctly positioned so the young lad has standards too 😂. I shall track the officer down to say thank you
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Lynne Owens
1 year
I’m heading home for 10 days off. I’ll pop into Twitter every now & again but after a hectic time will be taking a moment with family & friends. 🐣
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Lynne Owens
2 years
What is it about a sweaty, one boob, 53 year old female runner that makes men think sounding the horn & leering out the window the thing to do! Muttered swear words my response but really … give it a break & tell your friends to as well
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Annual leave comes to an end so the last of these two for a while. Email already contains at least 3 significant issues starting with ‘welcome back/hope you had a good leave but this …’ Unrelenting but we go again 💪
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Despite their allegedly being no strikes tomorrow the @SW_Help trains into London are much reduced. My first train is an hour & a half after I need it to leave. I feel for our officers who work shifts - truly shocking service
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Lynne Owens
3 years
We have had to keep this tight until now. It happened at the height of the first stage of the pandemic. Words do not do justice to the priority we gave it. Had the threat become public it would have heightened fear & further impacted on an already pressurised NHS. 1/2
@NCA_UK
National Crime Agency (NCA)
3 years
An Italian national who attempted to extort £10 million from the NHS by threatening to bomb a hospital in the UK has been convicted. Emil Apreda was sentenced to three years in prison. Read more ➡️
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Lynne Owens
2 years
‘Our’ officers includes those on mutual aid, the police staff & many partners who have worked alongside us - as the video shows. We are all honoured to serve
@metpoliceuk
Metropolitan Police
2 years
His Majesty The King Charles III visited our Special Operations Room today to thank our officers who have been keeping visitors safe as they pay their respects to Her Majesty The Queen.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
@NewMetPC1 Could you email me directly please. I want to ensure we understand & are doing all we can to help
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Lynne Owens
3 years
So today Covid booster - protecting myself & others ✔️ Last radiotherapy session - giving me a second chance at life ✔️ Small gift for the radiotherapy staff - to thank them for all they are doing to treat cancer despite the pandemic ✔️
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Lynne Owens
3 years
Sadly back in hospital with a nasty infection. Enjoyed watching #PoliceBravery awards virtually & hope to be there for the next one at @PFEW_Chair invitation. Amazing people doing brilliant things
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Lynne Owens
1 year
0400 & the buzz at our ops centre at Lambeth is building. Officers & staff coming to the end of tours of duty - others arriving having paraded at base stations at 0300. Time to catch up with our night duty Golf Commander & then out to the first briefings. #Coronation
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Lynne Owens
3 years
In Christmas week just recognising this is my first festive period in 32 years not on duty or on call. It should feel more celebratory than it does - a mix of the implications of covid & a choice dictated by cancer I guess 🤷‍♀️. Cancer free now though & thinking of those who aren’t
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Matt is an outstanding leader who leads the country & @metpoliceuk counter terrorism teams through some of our highest operational risks. That he spends an ounce of his talent on trying to see things from others perspectives is a measure of the man.
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Matt Jukes
2 years
ICYMI: “I make no apologies for spending a fraction of a long working week ensuring women who make a massive contribution to the Met whilst experiencing the menopause feel recognised and supported."
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Lynne Owens
1 year
A privilege to meet some of PC Keith Palmers family, colleagues &, alongside them & the Speaker of both Houses of Parliament, to lay a wreath during a short private service. He gave his all - we will never forget
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Metropolitan Police
1 year
We remember those who lost their lives in the Westminster Bridge attack six years ago. Aysha Frade, Kurt Cochran, Leslie Rhodes, Andreea Cristea and PC Keith Palmer who was protecting the Houses of Parliament that day. Our thoughts remain with all those affected on that day.
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Thank you so much for sharing the photo & for making the time to chat. Pleased you had such an amazing time - many of our officers & those deployed from elsewhere will see this, appreciated
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maria maclaren
1 year
@DameLynneOwens pleasure to meet you at the coronation your team done an amazing job thank you! #metpolice #Coronation
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Lynne Owens
4 years
Happy New Year to everyone. Thanks to all of you who contacted me over the past 24 hours with some of the kindest comments about the award of my Damehood. I couldn’t keep up in responding to each personally but I’m truly touched & humbled.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
Completed the final stage of @metpoliceuk recruitment process today alongside aspiring officers & staff. A truly impressive machine with brilliant people working hard to get the right people in. From fitness testing to medical to drugs, & other, tests. So many keen people too.
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Lynne Owens
2 years
For those that are asking - she’s growing & becoming even more mischievous. This mornings target the plant pots!
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Lynne Owens
5 years
Our teams have been working tirelessly on this all weekend. Particular shout out to the @ukhomeoffice Border Force Officer who made the original intervention - imagine the damage these weapons could have done on our streets
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National Crime Agency (NCA)
5 years
A man has been charged after 60 guns were found hidden in a Volkswagen Passat arriving at the Port of Dover from Calais. Working with Border Force we have removed a huge haul of lethal firearms. Read the full story here:
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Lynne Owens
5 years
Thinking of all my colleagues @metpoliceuk @MetPoliceEvents . They should not have to endure this sort of behaviour.
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Matthew Thompson
5 years
First arrest on Whitehall outside Downing Street. Man in an extraordinary costume resists arrest, and the police double down. @ExtinctionR @LBC
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Lynne Owens
2 years
A little tweet to make people smile. We may have paid a visit to ⁦ @Flip_FlopCop ⁩ this week & reserved this beautiful little girl as a playmate for the mad springer. All such gorgeous pups so a hard choice. Roll on first week in August, can’t wait!
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Lynne Owens
1 year
Great to get out today amongst London’s communities, enjoying the #Coronation street parties. Many a selfie taken!
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Lynne Owens
1 year
A thread for the policing Twitter community. Next week Baroness Casey will release her currently embargoed report on culture & standards @metpoliceuk . Of course I have seen it - for those of us who care our emotional response will be raw 1/3
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Lynne Owens
2 years
I saw this the other day & thought it very appropriate to some accounts on here.
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Lynne Owens
3 years
My first long (ish) walk since the op & recovery from infection. How beautiful is the world around us! Not sure if this counts for #goodnewssaturday @cate_a_moore ⁩ or #treeclub @ResponsePS
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Lynne Owens
5 months
Roses are red The @metpoliceuk is blue Despite what X says …. Daily Officers & staff are there for you 🌹 Let’s make Valentines Day a good one - thinking of those missing loved ones - here to protect those who may fear or be subjected to violence
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