Sir Robert Peel was a British statesman and Conservative Party politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice, from 1834 to 1835 and from 1841 to 1846. He is known for his significant contributions to modern policing, including the establishment of the Metropolitan Police Service in London, which led to the coining of the term "bobbies" for police officers. Peel is also recognized for his leadership in economic and social reforms, as well as his efforts to improve public health and education. He is considered one of the most influential political figures in 19th-century Britain.