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New state-of-the-art forensics centre planned for Thames Valley

Thames Valley Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are delighted to reveal plans for a state-of-the-art forensics centre as part of a wider improvement programme to transform forensic services across the force area. The purpose-built centre in Bicester will become the main forensics hub for the force, containing laboratories, new digital technologies and dedicated …

Valuing Difference

Making a difference with apprenticeships in Policing

The evolution of apprenticeships within Thames Valley Police is an excellent example of how, as a force, we have enhanced our offer as an employer in recent years, work underpinned by one of our key values; that we strive to improve every day. Policing constantly responds to the challenges we face, with new digital technologies …

Reflecting on Black History Month

TVP is an inclusive employer and recognises the value and contributions that a diverse workforce brings. Throughout October, we have been sharing information related to Black History Month (BHM) with our employees, with the aim of raising awareness and educating our workforce on matters related to Black history. Over the last month we: Launched publicly …

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Thames Valley Police launches Independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board

Left to Right: Detective Inspector Quoc Vo, Jacqueline Roberts FRSA, Chief Constable John Campbell, Superintendent James Hahn, Fola Komolafe MBE, Superintendent Gavin Wong, Mr Calvin Wilson, Sergeant Reyan Al-Owaied, Nita Pankhania, Assistant Chief Constable Dennis Murray Thames Valley Police has launched on Thursday, 13 October, its Independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board. The Independent Scrutiny and …

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TVP Menopause Support – a year of action

DS Kelly Gardner and DI Natalie Beresford receiving 2022 Most Open Workforce award on TVP’s behalf. On World Menopause Day 2021, we launched TVP’s Menopause Action Group (MAG), with the aim of raising awareness, supporting and providing training to those affected, offering workplace support and solutions where necessary. The aim of MAG is not just …

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Thames Valley Police celebrates National Inclusion Week 2022

National Inclusion Week (26 September-2 October 2022) is dedicated to the importance of inclusion and taking action to create diverse and inclusive workplaces.   We aspire and are working hard towards having a police force that truly reflects the communities we serve. Our region is increasingly diverse and it is important our workforce reflects this.  …

Thames Valley Police celebrates apprenticeship milestone

Thames Valley Police (TVP) has reached an important milestone with the successful completion of its 200th emergency contact handler apprenticeship. Thames Valley Police began recruiting emergency contact handler apprentices in 2018 to grow its workforce, widen participation across the community and provide a professional qualification for call handlers. Working out of Thames Valley Police’s Kidlington headquarters, …

Menopause Friendly Awards

Thames Valley Police becomes 1st force in the UK to be recognised as Menopause Employer Friendly

Photo caption: Chief Constable John Campbell QPM and Detective Inspector Natalie Beresford receiving TVP’ Menopause Employer Friendly accreditation certificate. Thames Valley Police (TVP) is delighted to be UK’s first Menopause Friendly Police Force, independently accredited by Menopause Friendly. Evelyn Dickey, Menopause Friendly Accreditation Independent Panel member said: “Congratulations to the team at Thames Valley Police …

Celebrating 20 years of Police Community Support Officers

This year, Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) celebrate 20 years of delivering neighbourhood policing. On 24 July 2002, the Police Reform Act introduced the PCSO role, and they have played an integral part in neighbourhood policing ever since. This anniversary allows us to celebrate the importance of the PCSO role and recognise the value it …