Volunteers recognised for strengthening policing across Nottinghamshire
Volunteers who dedicate their time to supporting policing, accountability and community safety across Nottinghamshire have been recognised at a special celebration event.
Held during Volunteers’ Week and organised by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire in partnership with Nottinghamshire Police, the event brought together volunteers from a wide range of schemes that help strengthen public confidence, scrutiny and engagement across the city and county.
Guests included volunteers from the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme (ICV), Independent Community Scrutiny Panel (ICSP), Custody Detention Scrutiny Panel (CDSP), Animal Welfare Scheme (AWS), Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP) Ambassadors programme, as well as a number of Nottinghamshire Police-led volunteer initiatives.
The event, held at Nottinghamshire Police Headquarters, provided an opportunity to recognise the contribution volunteers make to local communities and thank them for the thousands of hours they collectively dedicate each year.
Police and Crime Commissioner Gary Godden, who was joined at the event by Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Angela Kandola, said: “Volunteers play a hugely important role in helping us build safer communities and maintain public confidence in policing.
“Whether they are scrutinising police powers, checking on the welfare of people in custody, supporting violence reduction initiatives, engaging with communities or volunteering directly with Nottinghamshire Police, they provide an invaluable service to the people of Nottinghamshire.
“Their dedication, independence and willingness to give up their time helps ensure policing remains transparent, accountable and connected to the communities it serves.
“This event is our opportunity to say thank you and recognise the positive difference they make every single day.
Superintendent for the Prevention Hub, Heather Maelor also attended the event and joined PCC Godden in presenting certificates to volunteers in recognition of their commitment and service.
Throughout the evening, attendees heard about the impact volunteers continue to have across a variety of programmes designed to improve community safety, support vulnerable people and provide independent oversight of policing.
The OPCC supports a range of volunteer-led schemes designed to uphold fairness, transparency and public accountability, while Nottinghamshire Police volunteers contribute across numerous areas of policing and community engagement.
Together, these volunteers help ensure the voices and experiences of local people are reflected in decisions that affect communities across Nottinghamshire.
Anyone interested in volunteering opportunities with the OPCC or Nottinghamshire Police can find out more by visiting their respective websites.