Also includes: Updates from the NHW Scheme & University ... · Published: Tuesday 1st March 2016 Welcome to the tenth edition of the CiPD Newsletter. This edition of the Newletter

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Welcome to the tenth edition of the CiPD Newsletter. This edition of the Newletter

covers the months of January and February 2016.

January saw a notable increase in hours volunteered by Cadets, Specials and

Police Support Volunteers - with our Cadets, Specials and PSV's logging

significant increases in duty commitments for some time.

February marked the opening of Special Constable recruitment -

which attracted dozens of potential recruits to our awareness sessions.

Also includes: Updates from the NHW Scheme & University Collaboration.

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CiPD NEWSLETTER | EDITION 10 | JAN / FEB 2016

SC recruitment events attract

dozens of potential applicants:

On Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th

February, Nottinghamshire Police hosted

two Special Constable Awareness Events

at County Hall and The Dukeries

Academy, Ollerton, following the

announcement of recruitment opening

for both Divisional and Rural Special

Constables at the beginning of the

month.

More than 50 potential applicants

attended over the two days, expressing

their interests in finding out more about

joining Nottinghamshire Police as a

Special Constable.

The events were complimented by the

attendance of serving officers from right

across the force - all offering their

individual experiences and advice.

Special Events and Operations officer,

Grant White, led the events with support

Visit: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/specials for more info about our Specials

SC's Demonstrate equipment and make an arrest - County Hall

Special Constabulary [1/4] PC Nigel Hoodless | Specials Co-ordinator

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from Beth Lucas from the force's Citizen's in Policing Department who also talked to the

prospective recruits about the application and vetting process. There was also demonstrations

of the equipment used as well as expectations, responsibilities and the general role of a Special

Constable.

Serving Special Constable Lewis Cragg attended the event at County Hall and spoke about

why he volunteers with Nottinghamshire Police as a Special.

SC Cragg said: "I give any spare time that I have to police in my community. I'm a citizen of

Nottinghamshire, I was born and raised here and volunteer to protect the people of my home

town" He continued: "I would really encourage anybody considering to join the Specials to do it -

I've never looked back."

FIND OUT MORE...

WATCH Nottinghamshire Police's Special Constables in action and find out more about their role:

Search 'Nottinghamshire Police Special Constables' on YouTube.

Would-be poachers are being warned

not to carry out their illegal activities in

rural Nottinghamshire as Specials strike

during night-time patrols.

Special Constables Alan Marwood and

Special Sergeant Mat Ward were on

patrol in the Trent Valley area when they

came across a group of people poaching

pheasants. Under the Game Act 1831, it's

an offence to participate and shoot

'game', which includes Pheasants one hour after sunset until one hour before sunrise, even if

carried out within the 'Open Season' period. Offenders can be jailed and fined up to £5,000 for

hunting illegally, or up to £20,000 for causing unnecessary suffering to an animal.

SC Marwood and S/SGT Ward dealt with the offenders appropriately for the offence of night

poaching. The pair also seized the offenders car after discovering it had no insurance to on the

road. A great result for the Special Rural Team!

Rural Specials catch poachers in the act



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Night Poachers caught in the act

by Rural Specials:

SPECIALS PRAISED FOR OPERATION INVOLVEMENT:

Special Constables in the City South area have been praised for their continued efforts in an ongoing

operation focused on tackling issues and identifying offenders across Clifton and the Meadows areas.

The ongoing operation - Op Faltered - was launched following a noticeable increase in ASB, Public Order

and Drug related issues and has seen a number of people being arrested and charged with varying

offences - and our Special Constables have been at the heart of the Operation since its launch.

Special Sergeant Emma-Jayne Stewart assisted in planning and leading the operation - which in January

alone, led to the arrest of two people on suspicion of possessing controlled substances - with intent to

supply and three on suspicion of possessing controlled substances. There was also two cannabis notices

issued and 4 section 18's executed. There has also been a number of stop checks / searches where

grounds permit as well as the gathering of substantial intelligence.

Local Area Command Inspector for City South, Donna Busutill, said: "Operation Faltered has been a huge

success on the City South area. The work undertaken by our Special Constables has been fantastic -

without them this operation would have not been the success it was."

Inspector Busutill, Continued: "Knowing that additional officers such as our Specials are attending when

they say and being committed as they are makes planning operations far easier and much more

effective. The results from Operation Faltered more than reflect this." 'WELL DONE' to all involved!


A Special Sergeant was first on the scene in administering first aid to a motorcyclist after coming across a

motorcyclist who had been involved in collision with a car in Lenton Boulevard on Saturday 13 February.

Special Sergeant Sebastian Teicher was on his way to another call of suspected burglary with colleagues

when they drove past the collision moments after it had happened.

His colleagues locked down the scene, identified witnesses and secured vital evidence while Sebastian,

who lectures in psychology at the Nottingham Trent University, attended to the motorcyclist and put his

first aid training to good use.

Sebastian said: “I grabbed the first aid kit and went straight over to the motorcyclist. After conducting a

casualty survey to assess the extent of his injuries, I put him in a stable position and ensured that he was

supported and warm to prevent him from going into shock. I tried to keep him calm by talking about

things other than the crash and lighten the mood, anything to make sure that he knew that he was

cared for and that everything was going to be okay.

He Continued: “Members of the public do not know that you are a Special and expect you to take

charge of a situation, and the first aid training I received from Nottinghamshire Police and my experience

of being a special for 3 ½ years gave me the skills to deal with the incident."

Chief Inspector Richard Stapleford, who heads Citizens in Policing said: “This is a perfect example of

professionalism in practice; Sebastian is a valued member of our Special Constabulary and through his

experience and practical application of what he has learnt as part of his training he has been able to

make a huge difference to a member of the public who found themselves in a very vulnerable position.

Sebastian is typical of his Special Constabulary colleagues, he joined Nottinghamshire Police to make a

difference and he has done exactly that. We are very proud of the work Sebastian undertakes on a

regular basis and the skills and experiences that he brings to our organisation; I am also proud of the way

he works very closely with his colleagues to provide a first class ‘one team’ service to the public. My

compliments also go to PC Tindall, PCSO Hussain and PCSO Griffiths for their swift and effective actions at

the scene of this incident - they have all represented Nottinghamshire Police exceptionally well”

SC SMITH CONTINUES WORK WITH PARTNERSHIP AGENCIES:

Special Constable Haddon Smith has been continuing his work as the force's point of contact for

environmental and wildlife issues with partnership agencies. SC Smith carried out a number of rod licence

checks on the 5th February and attended an update and progress meeting with the Environment

Agency to discuss provisions for future operations.

Stay up-to-date with SC Smith and the force's wildlife team on Twitter:

/NottsSpecials

SPECIAL SERGEANT FIRST ON SCENE AT CITY COLLISION:

@WildlifeCops




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Special Constables continue to

record consistent duty hours:

Special Constables across the force are

being praised for their consistency in

recording duty commitments and

deployments.

Recorded duties by officers indicate that

many are committing to frequent and

consistent duties, allowing neighbourhood

and response teams to increase resilience

and coverage when most needed.

In Nottinghamshire Police, Specials are

STOCK IMAGE: Officers on Patrol, Hucknall.

asked to commit a minimum of 16 hours per month but many choose to volunteer many more.

In January alone, Specials undertook just over 3,800 hours in duty time - an increase of around

19% compared to the previous month [December 2015]. Statistics also show that there has been

a month-on-month increase in duty hours logged by officers over the past six months which

further demonstrates the great commitment and enthusiasm displayed within the Special

Constabulary. A huge 'THANK YOU' to all of those officers who have and who continue to

contribute to Nottinghamshire Police in their spare time.

Tri-service could become a

reality for serving Specials:

Serving Special Constables could soon be

given the opportunity to take up a new

merged emergency services role.

Following meetings with colleagues from

the East Midlands Ambulance Service and

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service,

plans are underway to form the first such

role within the county. Essentially, three roles

[Special Constable, EMAS First Responder and Fire Safety / Home Risk Assessment Officer] would

be combined into one - giving officers much wider responsibilities. Such officers will be based at

rural locations, and whilst they'd form part of Neighbourhood Policing Teams, they'll be based at

local Fire Stations. Those who take up the role will be expected to fulfil the role of a Rural Special

Constable, carry out fire risk and safety assessments as well as being 'on call' as a community first

responder. We will be looking at trialling this initiative initially at two rural locations, all of which

will be communicated to eligible officers once plans have been finalised.

Police Cadets [1/3] Julie Berry | Cadets Co-ordinator

Cadets encounter [mock] crime

scene:

On Wednesday 13th January Mansfield

Cadets found themselves in the middle of a

crime scene to which they were tasked to

investigate!

Cadet Leaders PC Adam Pace and Special

Sergeant Mat Ward staged the crime-scene to

provide an insight and practicality into the

work undertaken by officers attending such

incidents in real life.

The cadets were taught how to approach a

potential crime scene as well as how to

contain the area and preserve any evidence

whilst making note of key information by

utilising a crime scene log book.

There was also an input and discussion

surrounding the importance of working

together as a team and communicating

effectively to ensure procedure is correctly

followed, again minimising any potential loss of

evidence.

Special Sergeant and Principle Cadet Leader,

Mat Ward said: "The cadets really enjoyed the

hands-on experience and got a taste of what

it's like to respond and attend to an incident

where a crime-scene needs to be investigated

and secured to prevent the loss of evidence."

He continued: We talked the Cadets through

the 'do's and don'ts' of a scene, as well as

what clues to look for. We also had them fill

out the crime scene log and talked them

through the process, allowing them to better

understand the processes of managing and

attending such scene."

Well done S/SGT Ward, PC Pace and Cadets!

Visit: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/cadets for more info about our Cadets

Mansfield Cadets investigate mock crime scene

@CopsinTraining

PC Adam Pace:


A Police Cadet Leader has been praised for his outstanding commitment to Nottinghamshire

Police's cadet programme and its Cadets.

On Monday 11th January 2016, Dc Imran Rafiq, an Intake 1 Volunteer Police Cadet (VPC) leader

was formally recognised by CH/Supt Mark Holland at the Force Volunteers Board meeting for his

enthusiasm, commitment and resilience whilst performing duties as a VPC leader for the original

cohort- intake One.

CH/INSP Richard Stapleford commented: “The support that Dc Rafiq and his VPC leader

colleagues have provided to the programme is phenomenal and really appreciated. Intake

One leaders were the original intake and were expected to lead their respective base teams

with relatively little corporate guidance. Their innovation and creativity in resolving issues and

delivering the programme was exceptional as was their resilience. Framed certificates have now

gone out to Division so that supervisors and line managers can formally recognise the work

undertaken by intake 1 Cadet 1 leaders on behalf of the CiPD. I would just like to offer my

thanks and appreciation for the support that was provided by our Intake One Cadet Leaders”

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS AND 'THANK YOU' TO DC RAFIQ!


CADETS RACK UP IMPRESSIVE DUTY TIME:

Record duty hours were recorded for the force's

Volunteer Police Cadets in January. An impressive

509 hours were recorded in total, making it the

highest ever recorded since the Cadet

Programme launched back in 2013.

This is an absolutely incredible achievement and a

congratulations is in order for both our Cadets

and Cadet leaders who work tirelessly to make

the programme work - well done all!

Cadets in Nottinghamshire Police are aged

between 16 and 18 and volunteer in their spare

time. You can find out more about our cadet

programme by visiting the force's website.

CADET LEADER'S COMMITMENT FORMALLY RECOGNISED:

STOCK PICTURE: Cadets completing vehicle checks



Mansfield Cadet rushes to the aid

of crash victim:

A Mansfield based Volunteer Police Cadet has

been praised for his selfless actions after

witnessing a road traffic accident in the

Sutton-In-Ashfield area.

On the afternoon of Saturday 27th February,

VPC Adam Werle was travelling via public

transport along Mansfield Road, Sutton-In-

Ashfield. As the bus Adam was travelling on

approached a set of traffic lights, he witnessed

GEDLING CADETS DELIVER BURGLARY PREVENTION FLYERS:

On Wednesday 24th February, Cadets based in the Gedling Borough area supported their

Cadet Leader in delivering 'bogus official and burglary prevention' advice leaflets to residents in

the Lambley area.

Predominantly focusing on the Cheddington Avenue and Cromwell Crescent areas, the team of

Cadets, alongside Cadet Leader, PC Paul Kanikowsi, knocked on residents doors to offer crime

prevention tips and advice. There was also overwhelming support from the local residents -

many of whom complimented their work and felt reassured by their presence.

In total the group delivered approximately 300 advice leaflets containing such advice.

A huge well done and 'THANK YOU' to all involved!

STOCK PICTURE: Police vehicle at emergency incident

a collision take place directly in front of him.

Adam wasted no time in getting off the bus to provide assistance , by administering first aid, to

the driver of the vehicle, who is believed to have suffered a seizure.

VPC Werle also ensured that the appropriate emergency services were travelling, including the

Fire Brigade, following his concerns of a fuel spillage at the scene. The victim was then

transported to hospital via Ambulance as officers completed their enquiries at the scene.

Following the incident, Cadet Leader PC Adam Pace, Said: "It's really satisfying to hear about our

Cadets taking that step forward to help others in their day-to-day lives. Adam's quick thinking

and prompt actions at this particular incident shows exactly that commitment and dedication

so often displayed by our Volunteer Police Cadets."

A very well deserved 'WELL DONE' and 'THANK YOU' goes to Adam Werle!

University Collaboration News / updates in relation to our university collaboration initiative

Visit: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk for more info about university collaboration

The Citizen's in Policing Department continues to work closely with the City's two

Universities on a number of projects and initiatives.

We're now seeing a number of undergraduate and post-graduate research

opportunities come to fruition. Below is a list of work that is currently ongoing:

• Independent Advisory Groups- evaluation. (University of Nottingham)

• Budget Cuts - police views on the budget cuts and how they think the general

public perceive them? (Nottingham Trent University-NTU)

• Justifications for Police Misconduct. (University of Liverpool)

• Has contemporary politics impacted police morale in the UK? (NTU)

• Should Human-trafficking be policed separately from Organised Crime? (NTU)

• Heritage Crime (NTU)

• The Impact of Authority In the Police and Accountability (NTU)

• Volunteering- Satisfaction and Retention. (NTU)

Nottingham Trent University will also be presenting to officers from Nottinghamshire

Police findings from multiple literature reviews on 23 March 2016 in relation to the

following key areas of police business:

• Promoting volunteering within the Nottinghamshire Police Force NTU- Literature

Review)

• Countryside crime: The big issue NTU- Literature Review)

• Improving Social Cohesion through neighbourhood watch in Nottinghamshire

communities.

• Domestic Violence Against Parents: the predictive factors and treatment options.

• Educating families and their communities towards the prevention and

abandonment of Female Genital Mutilation: What works?

• Empowerment and Education: Tactics for the Eradication of Female Genital

Mutilation in Nottingham

>> There will be more updates in relation to our university collaboration as well as their

findings from research and literature reviews in future editions of this Newsletter.

Neighbourhood Watch Updates from Nottinghamshire Neighbourhood Watch Scheme

Head to www.Nottswatch.com for more information about the NHW scheme

In last October’s issue, I told you about the benefits of being a member of a neighbourhood

watch scheme. I would now like to invite members, plus non-members interested in

neighbourhood watch (NHW), to our 2016 Conference to be held at The Towers in Mansfield on

Saturday 16 April 2016. Registration will be at 10am, when there will be an opportunity to discuss

security matters with a variety of representatives, followed by the Conference. We will then hold

our Annual General Meeting which will be followed by a free buffet lunch.

Building on last year’s theme of “Citizen’s in Policing” we now have a Service Level Agreement

in place with Nottinghamshire Police and will soon have a similar agreement with

Nottinghamshire County Council. Representatives from both organisations have been invited to

speak at this year’s Conference themed “Developing Community Partnerships”. We have also

invited representatives to speak from the national NHWN and Age Concern. Following the four

talks, there will be a Q & A session between delegates and our panel of speakers.

A full agenda will be sent out during the coming weeks, when you will have the opportunity to

book your seat for this popular event, enabling you to find out more about our organisation and

how effective NHW schemes can reduce crime and the fear of crime.

Police Support Volunteers PC's Dave Warren & Steve Knighton | PSV's Co-ordinators

IN BRIEF...

>> In January our Police Support Volunteers logged an impressive 343 duty hours which is the

highest number of hours logged for approximately twelve months - 'THANK YOU' and well done!

>> Police Support Volunteer Co-ordinator Dave Warren alongside June Stendall and Jamie

Whitaker have been working tirelessly in their efforts to implement a performance and welfare

plan for our PSV's - another deserving 'THANK YOU' for their work around this.

>> The Citizen's in Policing Department are currently in negotiations with the Nottingham Trent

University with a view of recruiting two undergraduate PSV's who will join the force's fraud

department and the CiPD to commence a 38-week-long placement. More updates to follow.

CH/INSP Richard Stapleford | Head of Citizens in Policing

Beth Lucas | CiPD team leader (Specials, Cadets & PSV's)

Dylan Boddy | CiPD Project manager and performance lead

Special Constables Nigel Hoodless | Specials Co-ordinator

Mark Stasuik | Specials Chief Officer

Keiley Freeman | Specials Chief Inspector (City)

Raj Chahal | Specials Chief Inspector (County)

Paul Allen | Special Events Officer (City)

Grant White | Special Events Officer (County)

Ashley Wagstaffe | CiPD Newsletter Editor & Specials Social Media Officer

Cadets Julie Berry | Cadets Co-ordinator

Police Support Volunteers PC's Dave Warren & Steve Knighton | PSV's

In other News... The CiPD says a sad 'FAREWELL' to several members of the team

Children and Young People Debbie Barton-Moran | Children & Young People

Kathleen Faulconbridge | Children & Young People

Over the next couple of months, the Citizen's in Policing Department will see three key people

depart from their roles due to varying circumstances.

>> Kathleen Falconbridge, our Children and Young Persons administrative lead will leave the

force through voluntary redundancy in March.

>> Sergeant Debbie Barton-Moran, our Children and Young Persons portfolio lead, will leave the

force in May due to retirement.

>> Beth Lucas, CiPD supervising officer will also leave the force in March.

All three have played very important roles within the department and we're extremely sad to

see their departures. Their tireless commitment throughout their time with the CiPD has

contributed to the ongoing improvement and development of volunteer's within the

organisation.

Chief Inspector Richard Stapleford, Head of CiPD, Said:

"Kathleen, Debbie and Beth will be a huge loss not just to the CiPD, but also to Nottinghamshire

police as their contribution to the worlds of Children & Young People and Volunteering has,

quite frankly been outstanding. We wish them all the very best for their respective futures albeit

we all will be very sad to see them leave."

A massive 'THANK YOU' and 'GOOD LUCK' to all three for the future from the entire CiPD team!

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Also includes: Updates from the NHW Scheme & University ... · Published: Tuesday 1st March 2016 Welcome to the tenth edition of the CiPD Newsletter. This edition of the Newletter