Boris Johnson used to oppose the use of water cannon. What's changed?

London’s Police and Crime Commissioner Boris Johnson refused to comment today following reports that the Met have requested water cannon to use against protesters.

13 May 2014

Greens pick Jenny to challenge Boris and Ken

19 Mar 2011

Boris Johnson to replace 'pop-up' Overground line with new Skywalk

01 Apr 2013

Police spend millions "improving" Scotland Yard before selling it

27 Nov 2012

Thames Cable Car delayed following crash fears

15 Feb 2011

Boris Johnson in 'The Mystery of the Missing Mayor'

As the whole world watched on in horror as criminal hordes wrecked London for three straight nights, the Mayor was nowhere to be seen. But whilst Boris Johnson was missing presumed holidaying, his re-election campaign was still fully present and correct.

13 Sept 2011

Remember when Boris opposed hospital closures?

15 Oct 2012

Boris Johnson asks EU to bail out loss-making cable car

20 Feb 2013

Boris Johnson faces £233 million hole in his police budget

02 Jul 2012

Police stations to be closed to the public across London

05 Jul 2012

 

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