Northumbria Police celebrate volunteer contribution at annual conference

Volunteers representing all aspects of Northumbria Police gathered together at Alnwick Castle for the Force’s annual Volunteers’ Conference.
Ryan Young with his awardRyan Young with his award
Ryan Young with his award

Usually home to witches and wizards however, our guests were no less magic as they celebrated the fantastic contribution and incredible actions of our volunteers.

The conference was held on June 8, and saw the Great Hall filled with Police Cadets, Mini Police, and Special Constables.

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One of the awards was the Citizen in Policing award which is presented to volunteers who have demonstrated pride and dedication throughout their service. This year the award was given to two volunteers.

Chief superintendent Sarah Pitt, volunteer lead for Northumbria Police, said: “It was wonderful to be able to celebrate the fantastic contribution that our volunteers make.

“So many of our volunteers go over and above, but the recipients of these awards this year exemplify what volunteering looks like at Northumbria Police and I am incredibly proud.”

Donna Peacock, who volunteers as an appropriate adult, was nominated as the co-founder of the appropriate adult scheme. The scheme, which Donna dedicated hours of her own time to, has been a resounding success; helping to reduce the amount of time officers spend in custody and increasing the safeguarding principles of vulnerable adults.

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Volunteer Police cadet Emma Bell was also nominated for her ongoing commitment and enthusiasm in her role as a cadet.

The overall winner for thw Inspirational Citizen award was Ryan Young, one of the force’s special constables. Ryan’s enthusiasm for his role recently saw him become the face of our Special Constable Recruitment campaign.