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Blaise Metreweli takes over at a dangerous time when Britain’s allies are among its biggest problems, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley
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he first woman appointed to the role of “C” as head of the Secret Intelligence Service will be taking over when two of Britain’s most important relationships in espionage are strained to breaking point.














