The
@metpoliceuk
@TerrorismPolice
operation you see ⬇️ ... Behind scenes, CT Police working with MI5 & others - Thanks to those teams
And Marion, working in canteen for yesterday's much needed coffee. Her colleagues will not make any TV screens but are equally part of this op
Special Escort Group (SEG) underway on another extraordinary day
Often referred to as 'outriders', SEG are actually an armed element of Royalty & VIP protection, with advanced riding, driving, firearms & public order skills
Consummate professionals (who also make a good brew)
ICYMI: “I make no apologies for spending a fraction of a long working week ensuring women who make a massive contribution to the Met whilst experiencing the menopause feel recognised and supported."
Noting to see here ... except Royalty & Specialist Protection Officers, the same group rightly praised for their role in London Bridge. Ready to move when required but using their down time to promote standards in
@metpoliceuk
& pride in their role protecting British Ministers
Long & sombre day, so reflecting on family dinner earlier this wk:
No.1: Mum, what's up with Dad?
He's in a Twitter row with someone over misogyny
No. 2: Is that when you only marry one person?
No. 1: No, that's mahogany
No, that's the colour of your sister's fake tan
🙄
Happy New Year! No better place to put on the new epaulettes than amongst great
@swpolice
colleagues in Aberdare.
Huge privilege to lead this fab team - best wishes to all for 2018!
London is policed by officers who were born or have their heritage across the world, incl Ukraine and Russia - all part of
@metpoliceuk
family
Thanks to
@MPS_Slavic
Association for extending support to all those affected by current conflict - Thoughts with you & your families
From Aberdare last NYE to Barry tonight, it's been privilege to complete my 1st year as Chief
@swpolice
I could not be prouder of the women & men who I serve with, who every day put themselves in harm's way to serve the public
My thanks & best wishes to everyone for 2019
Sergeant Matt Ratana
(EoW.2020)
Jack Merritt & Saskia Jones (2019)
Sergeant Alan King
(EoW. 1991)
Those who died serving others, in my thoughts today & as I pass the
@metpoliceuk
eternal flame outside NSY
Sincere thanks for kind msgs. It's been a real privilege to serve
@swpolice
Sending as many 'virtual' thanks back as possible to communities, partners & colleagues who have made it so rewarding
And now, looking fwd to joining
@metpoliceuk
to play my part in keeping London safe
Lost a friend & former colleague last Xmas who felt he could not go on
This yr,
@swpolice
have lost much valued officer & friend to many
Same sense of profound shock in all msgs you wish they could have read
At this heartbreaking time, my thoughts are with his family & friends
Mum (& dad) left school at 15 - worked so hard to build careers & family
B/f retirement mum chose to spend 6 mths w.
@PrincesTrust
& young people involved in crime
My privilege to work w.
@PrincesTrustWal
& take Mum today to celebrate HRH 70th & his charities
#SheInspiresMe
Headed home after few days with this trio - working police dog, new recruit and pensioner
Belgian shepherds
We tried Dutch shepherds. But their attitude to drugs was too liberal
3/3 Let's not forget what Sir Robert Peel said "The public are the police, and the police are the public"
And some police are LGBT and tonight will put their lives on the line for all of us
So, my message is clear
#StillProud
#ByYourSide
🏳️🌈
With a heavy heart, I'll be at 4 funerals in next 4 wks. Each so sad; 2 colleagues, a friend & a family member. All too young
If you're not working this w/end, please enjoy it (& let go of the Inbox). If you are working, stay safe
For me, I'm hoping it's
#MoreTrailsThanEmails
Father's Day post for all the colleagues in
@TerrorismPolice
who can't post up pics on FB or elsewhere of their kids due to their roles
And kids who can't celebrate their dad's with a pic online - and who understand when we can't be around
Lots of love, just the same
Congratulations to CS Phil Ashby, reaching his last days
@swpolice
before retirement
Having worked across Force, he's policed some of UK's biggest events incl. Olympics &
@ChampionsLeague
From early his early 90s beat in Bonymaen to world-stage, quite a journey
Diolch, Phil
ICYMI (in some ways, you're probably meant to ...)
Fantastic effort from
@metpoliceuk
protection teams & other colleagues for
@ZelenskyyUa
visit to UK
Incredible amount of planning & professionalism at short notice
Non-rugby tweets tomorrow. Last one...
My Dad
V poorly 10yrs ago & feel blessed to spend yesterday w. him, when he:
Watched Grand Slam
Met 1st Minister
@fmwales
Made 2 friends
@IrishRugby
& got invited to Cork
Told everyone he had 🏴 grandparent (bid for selection?😁)
#MyHero
It's now a cold, dark night
#ForestGate
& as
@metpoliceuk
@LondonFire
are working to ensure resident are taken care of & policing maintained ... one more thanks
Absolutely fab support from
@salvationarmy
Many hour in, and many to come - a smile & a brew mean the world
At the rate of the last police pay rise (2.5%) - repeated every year - it will take until 2028 before in real-terms pay matches 2010
The anticipated Spending Review is a critical moment for Govt to fund this recognition of officers contribution & wellbeing
Work from home, if you can. Virtual
@PoliceChiefs
Council from 8am - 6pm, so today I could
Not like working nights on front-line but lots to reflect on after long day online
My WFH companion summing up current status
Wow! This man
@DCCRichLewis
pulls a crowd! Wonderful turnout of current & former colleagues, friends & family. There to congratulate Rich & Tracey on their retirement
32 & 36 years of public service. Privileged to speak on behalf of
@swpolice
family & to serve in team w. top man
Colleagues across
@TerrorismPolice
are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Simon Cole QPM
Simon was a diligent and determined leader in Counter Terrorism. Most recently he led critical work to shape a network fit for the future 1/3h
1971:
@swpolice
as telephonist
1972: Joined 'Women's Dept' as PC
2011: Yes, 39 yrs - retired PC
2011: Back to staff role in control room
2019: 48 yrs on - Pauline Uzzell, we salute you!
Wishing Pauline all best for healthy, happy & VERY well deserved retirement
Thank you for your support to
@swpolice
as its dedicated officers, staff & volunteers work to keep South Wales safe
Pob hwyl, a diolch yn fawr iawn 🏴
My colleagues and I took an oath to uphold fundamental human rights and to accord equal respect to all people
I stand alongside those who are appalled by the way George Floyd died
@swpolice
will continue to work with communities to maintain & build trust and to keep people safe
We stand alongside those who are appalled by the way George Floyd died.
The relationship between the police and the public in the UK is strong, but there is always more to do.
Only by working closely with communities do we build trust and keep people safe.
-
@PoliceChiefs
Many images of yesterday from London that I don't want to RT. This ⬇️ instead, with its recognition of professionalism & courage.
PSUs showing remarkable restraint & when required, skilled tactics in face of cowardice, criminal violence & contemptible acts
Absolutely delighted for
@BTPChief
securing brilliant, experienced
@KarenFindlayMPS
as ACC. Just infuriating to see the misogyny this has prompted. Karen is an outstanding hire & public servant - the letters after her name are no accident!
Yesterday 2 colleagues saved the life of another & we are so grateful
Caused to ask myself if I knew where nearest
#AED
Defib is & whether my skills are up?
5 mins to check & have quick read to refresh. Time we could all spend ⬇️
Thanks
@MsOHara71
@LGBTpoliceuk
for pic
1/3 Looking at social media from
@PrideCymru
, really struck by overwhelming positive support
But some negative & some frankly nasty comments. I'm not going to reply to them individually ...
Why?
On 1 June 1969, South Wales Constabulary was formed
On 12 August 1969 PC Jeffrey Pitman died responding to emergency call, the Force's first fallen officer
Today, I carry his name in memory & to underline nobody is even forgotten
#WeRideForThoseWhoDied
Nadolig Llawen pawb! Merry Christmas everyone - especially Peter Vaughan. It's been a masterclass and a privilege to work alongside Peter and he has been fabulous in our handover.
(We would make a lousy 2nd row pairing though!)
A gentleman and a true friend.
Full 3-course meal at station (Pack of cheese & onion, Lion Bar + Pepsi Max) before heading out to ground the week with Response colleagues
Thanks to
#Team3Ely
for keeping me informed & involved
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! Happy St David's Day!
Part of my 'Welsh citizenship' test when I arrived in
@swpolice
was to name 3 most important days in Wales
Christmas Day, 1st March - St David's and WALvENG in 6 Nations, of course!
Can now consider myself last of many officers to be tutored by great role model, PC Andy Callard
Thanks to Andy for terrific afternoon of visible, reassuring patrol & sharing one of his last shifts
Thanks for your service, Andy & best wishes for health & happiness in retirement
Mum & children remain poorly after last wk's terrible explosion in
@SWPNeathPTalbot
Visited the first responders today & thanked them for their professionalism & courage
In turn, they wanted to share their appreciation for remarkable community spirit of people in Seven Sisters
Thank you
@SWP_Operations
& others involved in delivering a fitting tribute today
Remarkable attendance of
@swpolice
colleagues & former members of
@BritishArmy
"One of the Good Guys"
So, I've tweeted on this before but no apologies for sharing that this Xmas 12 officers in
@swpolice
got:
Kicked
Spat on
Hair pulled out
Threatened with dogs
Blood soaked rags thrown in their face
Statements and letters written - this is not 'part of the job'
#EverydayHeroes
Signing off from
@PrideCymru
Really strong sense of 4 Forces working together for our people & communities
Chiefs (regular & Specials) from across Wales in our sun-filled capital to support
@PrideCymru
&
#CWTCHCon19
Met with
@swpolice
PC today who's disappointed with outcome from assault on duty. Rightly so
+ve about handling by Force ... but broken elbow & serious ligament damage = 60hrs community service seems poor
Plus not communicated w. as Victim
Taking up with
@cpsuk
& Courts
Late night in the office but I want 14
@swpolice
officers to receive these letters concerning being assaulted on duty before Xmas.
Biting, spitting on and punching my colleagues is intolerable - the prosecution of offenders is something I support with impact statements
Sincere condolences from
@swpolice
to family, friends & colleagues of Lt-Col Arnaud Beltrame
An astonishing act of heroism
I've been privileged to work w
@Gendarmerie
in France & know that hugely professional body of men & women will be back at the front-line today but grieving
Le lieutenant-colonel Arnaud Beltrame nous a quittés.
Mort pour la patrie.
Jamais la France n’oubliera son héroïsme, sa bravoure, son sacrifice.
Le coeur lourd, j’adresse le soutien du pays tout entier à sa famille, ses proches et ses compagnons de la
@Gendarmerie
de l’Aude.
We continue to see the public safety and security operation build in London. Travelling in this morning, I paused to look across at where the focus will soon be
Close by colleagues from
@Glos_Police
@EssexPoliceUK
@BTP
all playing their part alongside
@metpoliceuk
One of our police officers has sadly died after being shot by a man who was being detained in police custody in early this morning in Croydon.
Officers are in the process of informing members of the officer’s family.
Remarkable turn-out today to celebrate life of Huw Chambers
Courageous & heartfelt words from his daughter & close friends
A few smiles, too
I think Dylan Thomas, quoted, had it right ...
"Do not go gentle into that good night
Rage, rage against the dying of the light"
It was with great sadness that we learnt of the death on Tuesday of our friend and valued colleague Sergeant Huw “Clunk” Chambers, who last served in
@swpnorth
and previously in
@swpneath
.
⬇️
Llongyfarchiadau! Congratulations to
@DCCJeremyV
on his selection as preferred candidate for CC
@swpolice
Jeremy has been a terrific servant of our communities & advocate for our workforce since joining from
@NWPolice
📰 News | Following a rigorous selection process, Police & Crime Commissioner
@alunmichael
has announced
@DCCJeremyV
as his preferred candidate for Chief Constable of
@swpolice
The decision will now go to the Police & Crime Panel for endorsement
More:
➡️
Look at Dai Cole watching wife, Siobhan box ...
Is it pride, is it concern, it is wind? We may never know
But don't we all want someone in our life who looks at us like this
Best wishes to all in Intake 7/95 reaching 25yrs today. Privilege to have worked w. great role models & seen much change
Despite trauma & often disadvantage/deprivation, I've also witnessed such courage from communities, families & individuals
#joblikenoother
#workanniversary
Thrilled to be recognising the contribution of nearly 70 Police Staff colleagues who have served
@swpolice
for OVER 30 yrs
First time we've formally done this & it's a picture of remarkable careers, all serving to keep South Wales safe
In Taff's Well this morning, a mum told me about £100s worth of costly sensory toys for her autistic son, ruined in flooding
Does anyone have any to pass on? RT if you can help
The reaction of local communities to the flooding following
#StormDennis
has demonstrated the incredible spirit that exists right across South Wales.
Our officers have been among thousands helping clean-up efforts, and all our thoughts remain firmly with those affected.
^hs
He's kept it on the Twitter DL ... but
@MerPolChiefCon
is hitting a milestone of 35 yrs in policing today
Tremendous dedication & service, plus 'does what it says on the tin' clarity & leadership - well done, Andy
Llongyfarchiadau, Congratulations from 🏴
SPOILER ALERT Later this month
@swpolice
start new recruitment of officers
RT & ask potential candidates to follow, particularly if:
* From under-represented BAME communities
* Have a background in working with vulnerable people
* Served already in Armed Forces
* Siarad Cymraeg
Honoured to represent
@swpolice
at rededication of
#Aberfan
Memorial Garden
53 yrs after disaster, humbling & powerful to spend time w. 2 retired officers who were part of operation
Cannot do justice to what they described but privileged to thank them again for their service
2/3
1. I don't need to advertise or share them
2. They don't really sound like invite for a conversation (as a wise women said, "Haters gonna hate", right?)
3. I've had better things to do (re-grouting the shower, finally)
And ...
Prevention/Diversion ✔
Partnership/Early Action ✔
Plugging gaps? ❌
"But we will never put the phone down on a vulnerable person"
BBC News - South Wales Police: Mental health calls squeeze force
'Legend' used a bit too much - but truly deserved for
@HOWARDCASEY
42 yrs service
@swpolice
@SWP_Federation
Champion of justice from cadet to detective, then hugely respected advisor & rep
He's got some crackin' rugby stories too, he says but can't tell me them until I retire!
At home in London, and caught up with King Charles III's visit to Cardiff
Llongyfarchiadau
@HeddluDeCymru
, congratulations
@swpolice
on the impressive operation, & Wales on the touching service
Da iawn
#T
îmSWP, Well done
#TeamSWP
Going into evening & autumn on a wave of energy from this 'fabulous 42'
38 sergeants & 4 Special sergeants promoted tonight
Sun rises and sets with these frontline leaders - 24/7, there for our people & communities
Wonderful to hear a round of applause for these
@metpoliceuk
officers & our
@MPSCadets
... several other colleagues told me they had similar - which is great to hear
I've met two national Ministers today but literally the most nerve-wracking experience was carrying this tray
Latte? Should have stuck with
#McAffogato
After Friday's
#LifeofLloyd
in Barry, this evening was
#WorldofWill
Thanks to PC Will Morris for patrol & update in Ponty town centre. PC Rain also on duty
Nadolig Llawen
@SWPNorth
Walking into Police Station to find steady trickle of determined staff.
Just need to find the key to the tea cupboard ... 🚔❄🍵🔐
Massive thanks to the night shift officers struggling to get home across
@swpolice
& everyone struggling in
Something especially poignant about the sunset over Palace of Westminster tonight
On ground visiting specialist
@TerrorismPolice
& protection elements of London Bridge today
Across UK this team works tirelessly every day. But particular sense of common purpose today is striking
Painstaking work by our teams who investigated the murder of Katherine Smith in Cardiff in 2017 – and who brought her killer to justice – will feature on
@ITV
's
#CodeBlue
documentary this evening.
⏰ 9pm tonight
📺 ITV One
^hs
Thoughts with family, friends & colleagues of PC Andrew Harper
@ThamesVP
Tragic loss to
#PoliceFamily
, leaving broken hearts & now, a search for justice
The death of PC Andrew Harper of
@ThamesVP
will be recorded in the UK’s Police Roll of Honour, his service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The Board of Trustees extends their condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of PC Harper at this incredibly difficult time.
Honoured to end my wk reviewing latest Passing Out Parade
@metpoliceuk
. 2nd & 3rd gen Met families, a colleague back after 1st joining in 1987 & an ever better reflection of London's communities. Congrats & good luck to all
🏆 Winner of our Leader Award is DCI Tracey Rankine 🏆
A proven talent for appreciating team dynamics & individual needs which Tracey consistently harnesses to the benefit of all. She has recognised the need for structural change to attract & retain a more diverse workforce.
I will Tweet/talk lots about new threats (cyber crime, etc) & violence against/between men
But after 23yrs policing, I'm convinced
#ViolenceAgainstWomen
& Girls is single most enduring harm in our communities & an epidemic
Everybody's right to
#LiveFearFree
must remain our goal
Superb. Working to support Forces around Regs & retirement thru
@PoliceChiefs
portfolio
But there's no substitute for this kind of spontaneous, personal decision & commitment
Proud of one of my own
@swpolice
. Anyone inspired, please contact local HR
Last month was so proud to take Mum to the Palace
9 yrs after he was super poorly, today feeling blessed to be able to take Dad along to final stage of my Welsh citizenship process
@stereophonics
at
@CardiffCityFC
🏴
Today it's been chilling to watch a green mountainside turn black as the land slips, and tragic to hear news of a life lost elsewhere
Remarkable work together by organisations below. For
@swpolice
, all against the backdrop of 100s of other calls, incl. 7 firearms deployments
Congratulations to Bob Evans QPM, retiring from role as DCC for all Wales collaboration
2nd shift for Bob after re-joining
@swpolice
& 41 years after joining as a Cadet
Great service & important foundations laid for next steps in our work w.
@gwentpolice
@DyfedPowys
@NWPolice
Thoughts w. Gerallt's family, friends & everyone
@WelshAmbulance
He was familiar face & character, part of partnership w.
@SWPSwansea
at Help Point
Very sad news for
@jasonkillens
& team, who we are thinking of at this difficult time
An extremely sad day for all
@WelshAmbulance
as we confirm the tragic loss of one of our own, Paramedic Gerallt Davies MBE. Our thoughts are with his family and colleagues at this difficult time.
Plenty of engagement has helped maintain positive atmosphere & disperse smaller groups in Cardiff Bay
Relatively few direct interventions required re ASB & public order, and many supportive members of public appreciating what
@swpolice
TST & Cardiff After Dark teams aiming to do
🐝 Worked w. lots of quality people in my career but Belinda is on my top quality list!
Proud, positive & professional - & - committed to growing & recognising others
Ready to challenge & fantastic ambassador for Valleys she loves
Best wishes, B -
@swpolice
& I will miss you
Absolutely delighted & proud of 4 ambassadors of
@swpolice
recognised in
#NewYearHonours
Rich, Baz, Graham & Debbie have been dedicated to our communities; Leading change, Promoting diversity, Tackling serious crime & Protecting the most vulnerable
#Llongyfarchiadau
! Congrats!
We’re thrilled that officers and staff have been recognised in the
#NewYearHonours
list.
🎖️ QPM:
@DCCRichLewis
🎖️ QPM: PC Baz Narbad
🎖️ MBE: DC Graham Budd
🎖️ BEM: Debbie Farrar, Protecting Vulnerable People investigator
More 🔗
^hs
Probably my 2nd last patrol
@swpolice
. Thanks to PC 'Reg'
@jameselton
& team from
@swpRCT
for insights into post-flooding & COVID challenges in Ponty town centre
Fantastic to see how our PCSOs are working with
@N_Watch
, traders & BID
#problemsolving
Sunset walk in one of
@cardiffcouncil
's beautiful parks
Everyone taking care, to take care of each other. Hopefully means we can keep using these spaces
Let's not blow this, folks
#HappyNewYear
#BlwyddynNewyddDda
So proud of
@swpolice
teams across Force protecting communities ... 3rd NY as CC - Aberdare, Barry - & so it had to be ABC - Canton
Where PCs Kelly & DJ provided some surprisingly necessary advice on just how close to road NOT to light fireworks
Really quite extraordinary & moving in 🏴's capital. Brought my street together - showing the incredible respect for our fabulous
#NHS
& its people
Let's keep them safe, so they can do their vital work
#StayHomeSaveLives
📢 Only 5️⃣ minutes to go until we'll be showing our appreciation for all those working on the frontline in the fight against
#Coronavirus
.
Join us and
#ClapForOurCarers
👏👏
^jc
In difficult times, we remember that
#PoliceFamily
couldn't do it's amazing work without our own families
Today we celebrated 50yrs of
@swpolice
families & kicked off Xmas
By end of day, sacks & sleigh filled w. foodbank donations & gifts for less fortunate kids - Thanks to all
For some of us, nothing says Christmas duties quite like Quality St in the custody suite
(Clearly, not the first to have the same thought!)
Great to see teamwork across investigations & custody ... incl. officer striving to safeguard domestic abuse victim
Went for run this morning - reminded of research that shocked me & motivated me
I didn't worry about what I was wearing, who would shout what or where I ran. Many females runners do & experience harassment.
Everybody's right to
@LiveFearFree
#thisisme
Huw was much loved, above all by his wonderful & close family
It is important for
@swpolice
colleagues to know just how much their support to Huw has meant to his mum & dad, who have described the Police family as simply "fantastic"
It is
A great loss to our family & his
It was with great sadness that we learnt of the death on Tuesday of our friend and valued colleague Sergeant Huw “Clunk” Chambers, who last served in
@swpnorth
and previously in
@swpneath
.
⬇️
Well done & good luck to PS Paul Hollis
@metpoliceuk
Running his 21st consecutive 10k tomorrow; amazing fundraising in memory of Sgt Matt Ratana
@Try4Matt
@runners_blue
Huge number of Met colleagues have committed to 10k in support. Chilly one on capital's pavements tonight ❄