Allison was a member of several MPS Public Order Cadres including the Public Order Command Cadre , and in this capacity has commanded police operations at major incidents and events in London . He was the Gold Commander in the aftermath of the 7 July 2005 London bombings , for which he was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire ( MBE ) in the 2006 New Year Honours . Allison was also the Association of Chief Police Officers ' lead on alcohol and licensing matters between 2004 and 2008 , with responsibility for co-ordinating policy of police forces nationally
7 July 2005 London bombings
7 July 2005 London bombings
Chris Allison (police officer)