One member of staff and five police officers will have the honours bestowed upon them, with stories varying from hostage negotiation, to supporting potential police officers of tomorrow, and three unique stories from the biggest investigation Essex Police has ever undertaken.
Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington said of the list: “This has been a challenging year in many respects and it’s amazing to kick off 2021 with our officers and staff getting recognition for their dedication to the communities of Essex and beyond.
“Our officers, staff and volunteers go above and beyond every day of the year to protect victims, support the vulnerable and bring criminals to justice. It’s a privilege to see these six individuals honoured in this way – they’re an inspiration to us all, and stories like these make me especially proud to be their Chief Constable.
He added: “Essex Police is filled with hard-working, innovative and supportive people. Whether you want to be a police officer, a detective, a member of our staff or volunteer to protect your county, you can find your place here.
“We value difference and if you’re looking for something new – or think your name could be on this list in a decade or two – I’d encourage you to join us. Just visit our Fit the Bill webpage to hear more inspirational stories of those I have the pleasure of working with every single day.”
An exceptional member of staff, who oversees all of our police cadets and volunteers, will receive an honour for her voluntary and charitable services.
