No-nonsense ‘God’s copper’ James Anderton dies aged 89 The former chief constable sparked controversy with his views on Aids and corporal punishment. The Independent UK · May 6, 2022
Sir James Anderton obituary ‘God’s copper’, who felt answerable to a higher authority than the Home Office during his time as chief constable of Greater Manchester The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2022
Sir James Anderton, controversial former chief constable of Greater Manchester Police, dies aged 89 Sir James was in charge at GMP for more than 15 years Manchester Evening News · May 6, 2022