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Thames Valley Police wins Protective Services Apprenticeship Provider of the Year 2023

We are proud to announce that Thames Valley Police has been awarded ‘Protective Services Apprenticeship provider of the year’ 2023. The award was given at the Annual Apprenticeship Conference (AAC) in March 2023, and saw individuals, training providers, employers, universities and colleges recognised for their efforts in the apprenticeship field.  Open to all apprenticeship providers …

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Thames Valley Police launches Neurodiversity Support Network

Did you know that approximately 1 in 7 individuals in the UK are thought to be neurodivergent? At TVP, we’re proud to have recently launched our Neurodiversity Support Network to facilitate the support and education of our force on neurodiversity, and help staff fully achieve their potential. To celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week, TVP is excited …

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TVP joins South Central Ambulance Service and Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service for an Emergency Services Careers Fair, 26 February

Become part of the Blue Light family and start your journey towards a new career. Thames Valley Police (TVP), Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS) and South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) are coming together to host an emergency service careers fair. This event is a one stop shop for those who are looking to join …

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 …

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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.  …