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Brigadier Jack Thomas, oversaw the Royal Military Police in Northern Ireland during the Troubles – obituary
Thomas served in Palestine, Korea and Kenya and was a tough leader with the knack of resolving problems and ruthless determination
Thomas with the Queen at the RMP Training Centre, Chichester, in 1982
Brigadier Jack Thomas, who has died aged 94, was the first Assistant Provost Marshal to be appointed in Northern Ireland.
In early 1970, on promotion to lieutenant-colonel in the Royal Military Police, Thomas oversaw the RMP in a new civil role, protecting life and property, preventing and detecting offences, and preserving public order.
After the introduction of internment without trial, there was an increase in violence and in attacks – often involving shooting or bombing – against the security forces and the RMP.