Security Vetting Appeals Panel Lay Member
Matthew (Matt) Parr
Biography
Former senior Naval officer, career included commanding a nuclear submarine, frigate squadron, and British forces in Gibraltar. Last appointment was as professional head of the submarine service. Then became HM Inspector of Constabulary and, later, HM Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services; responsible for the Metropolitan Police, National Crime Agency, PSNI, London Fire Brigade, and 20 other bodies. Specialised in protests, fraud, firearms, counter-terrorism and vetting. Sat on both appointment and disciplinary panels for chief officers. Chaired a sporting charity for 7 years.