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Thames Valley Police’s unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusion, and workforce representation, coupled with its ground-breaking initiatives and exemplary leadership, was recognised Tuesday 5 March, winning the Police Force of the Year award at the GG2 Leadership and Diversity Awards.
The Police National Dyslexia Association (affectionately known as PaNDA) is a small group of Police Officers and staff who want to help Dyslexic colleagues to function at their best potential, develop their Dyslexia thinking skills, and effectively support those who protect our communities. The association has been growing since 2021 with a core group from Devon and Cornwall and Thames Valley Police, as well as several PNDA advisors from other forces, who all want to create a nationwide environment for people to help and support each other with their Dyslexia experiences. The network will provide advice, peer support, and guidance at the ‘grass roots’ level to those affected and their families – it will do this in an open, accommodating, accepting, and non-judgmental manner.
In the last few weeks, forces across England and Wales come together to honour the contribution made by police staff for the NPCC’s National Week of Recognition and Celebration of Police Staff. Launched by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), with support from the College of Policing, the first ever Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition hopes to shine a spotlight on the individuals who play a significant role within the policing landscape.
Helping to protect the local community with PCSO Danyal Ghazi From the initial attraction of the Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) role’s unique blend of physical activity and helping the vulnerable, to his proudest accomplishments that bring smiles to the community, we spoke to PCSO Danyal Ghazi about his career so far…
Innovative policing: TVP develops in-house Behavioural Science Unit In October 2022, Thames Valley Police proudly set a precedent as the first police force in the UK to launch its own Behavioural Science Unit (BSciU), marking a significant step toward enhancing our understanding of human behaviour and making a positive impact within policing. Led by experts Clare Bricknell and Niki Ward, the BSciU focuses on creating lasting positive changes in the way TVP work, fostering wellbeing, and improving the overall environment. The BSciU team, consisting of specialists with diverse qualifications in areas like education, leadership, organisational change, mental health, and policing, aims to identify specific behaviours, patterns, biases, and motivations. By applying behavioural science principles, TVP strive to enhance the quality of life for both officers and the communities we serve....
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with TVP Thames Valley Police (TVP) proudly employs over 400 apprentices across various roles, including frontline positions such as Police Constables, Police Community Support Officers (PCSO), and our crucial 999/101 Emergency Service Call Handlers. In 2023, Thames Valley Police was recognised as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer for the second consecutive time, ranking number 62 on the government’s annual listing. This achievement reflects not only our dedication to providing invaluable learning experiences but also our contribution to shaping a skilled and resilient workforce. Here at TVP we’re celebrating the commitment and impact our apprentices bring to the team. A large number of these apprentices work in our Contact Management department where they have worked to achieve a Level 3 Certificate in Emergency Service Contact Handling. Here’s what they had to say…
Meet Neighbourhood Officer Willker With the desire to make a difference in the community running in his family, we’ve recently spoken with our colleague Willker about his journey into policing, and how he has been protecting our communities in a variety of roles at TVP over the last few years. Click on the photo to read Willker's full story.
We are thrilled to announce a historic milestone for Thames Valley Police as we launched our very own women’s football team at the end of 2023. The team showcased their determination and talent by winning their first competitive match against the London Ambulance Service in October, securing an impressive 8-2 victory in the Emergency Services Football League. The women’s football team was set up by manager PC Iestyn Llewellyn, who was surprised to find that TVP did not have one. The team now has 40 members and has attended three friendly and two competitive matches. PC Amy Batkin, who plays as a striker, said: “Being a part of the first women’s football team for TVP is truly special. It fills me with pride to contribute to history, showcasing the positive direction of women’s football. I know all the girls are grateful to Iestyn for investing his time and efforts into setting it up.”
In the King’s New Year Honours list, one of our senior officers has been awarded as a Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO). Superintendent Andy Cranidge has been awarded as a Member of the Royal Victorian Order for his work for the Coronation of HM The King in 2023. Superintendent Cranidge was the tactical Commander for the policing operation surrounding the Windsor concert and celebrations. Over 20,000 ticket holders attended the Coronation concert inside the grounds of Windsor Castle on Sunday 7 May 2023 and a further 10,000 residents and visitors watched the event at a screening on the Long Walk in Windsor. This role not only required strong leadership on this significant moment in history but also months of planning, testing, and exercising to ensure the policing operation was appropriate and sufficient to allow such a momentous event to take place safely.
In the King’s New Year Honours list one of our Chief Officers has been awarded a King’s Police Medal and a member of staff has been awarded an MBE. Deputy Chief Constable (DCC) Benjamin Snuggs has been awarded the King’s Police Medal (KPM) for Distinguished Service to policing in a career that has spanned more than 26 years. Ben was appointed as Deputy Chief Constable for Thames Valley Police in April 2023, having previously served as Deputy Chief Constable for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary. Tori Olphin, Chief Data Scientist and Head of Research for Thames Valley Police’s Violence Reduction Unit, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to Technology in the Public Sector. She has served for over three years with Thames Valley Police on behalf of the wider partnership that is the Thames Valley Violence Reduction Unit. In her role as Chief Data Scientist and Head of Research, she leads approaches to research, evaluation, and the application of technology to improve the way we keep our communities safe.
