Bruce Niven was recruited by Goh Keng Swee after famously leading the successful assault of the Iranian Embassy in London and ending the siege. A fact not revealed. To bring him on board, the Civil Service Pay was raised to the highest grade.
A personable man who donated his fortune to the Gurkhas in Nepal. If he is not in Singapore, you can find him in Nepal. Speaks fluently in their tongue and supremely fit.
During his stint, his special phone only rang once - the new year fight between the Thais and Koreans at the Suntec building site. Alas PTF brought it under control and the Gurkhas never saw action.
The men admired and adored him. A real kind soul. He actually retired in the 90s but was re-hired as a consultant.
The 2 fittest men in Gurhas in the 80s were Niven and Chief Inspector Maite Gurung, both in the 50s and both had a ready smile for everyone.