Hertfordshire policeman honoured with national award

A policeman from Hertfordshire has scooped a top national award for his work for the criminal justice system.

PC Kevin Moore, who works predominantly with the Travelling community, has helped to increase trust and confidence while raising awareness of Traveller culture.

Working with members of the Travelling community to establish positive relationships, he has introduced local officers to the sites, breaking down barriers between police and the community.

PC Kevin Moore has also provided colleagues with operational practical advice, removing damaging cultural misunderstanding and considerably reducing tensions within the Travelling community.

At a ceremony held in London on Tuesday, BBC Crimewatch’s Fiona Bruce presented an award to PC Moore for outstanding individual commitment to diversity.

PC Moore, who was also recognised at a local awards ceremony this week, said: “I’m very surprised and extremely proud.

“I don’t think I could have done this without the support of the organisation I work for and the community we work with.”

The Justice Awards ceremony, part of Inside Justice Week which runs from October 17-24, boasts a top level judging panel including the Home Secretary, the Lord Chancellor and the Attorney General.

The Attorney General, Baroness Scotland, said: “The quality of the work of all the finalists was tremendous.

“The Justice Awards exemplifies the dedication of staff and volunteers across the Criminal Justice System to making communities better.”

Another finalist for a Justice Award was the Choices and Consequences Partnership, which managed to come second in the Partnership of the Year team award. Highly commended for its efforts over the past two years, it was particularly recognised for its innovative programme for prolific non-violent offenders who want to change their lifestyle and achieve long-term crime reduction.

Chief Constable of Hertfordshire Constabulary, Frank Whiteley, said: “We are incredibly proud of Kevin and the Choices and Consequences partnership.

“Their stories are truly inspiring and a shining example of the dedication that exists amongst the staff and volunteers that work in the Criminal Justice System in Hertfordshire.”

Further information on the 2009 Justice Awards and the full list of winners and finalists can be found at www.cjsonline.gov.uk/justiceawards.

To find out more about the Hertfordshire Criminal Justice Board go to http://lcjb.cjsonline.gov.uk/Hertfordshire/home.html

By Amie Mulderrig

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