Stamping out hate crime

I have been in the Police service for nearly ten years and, unfortunately I have been a victim of hate crime numerous times.

I have been called names by members of the public due to my ethnicity, the fact that I am Scottish and my religious beliefs.

I would be lying if I said it does not affect me; it does play on your mind and you realise that you are different.

But, there are various support channels available here at Bedfordshire Police, and I have managed to deal with these issues and not let them affect me in an adverse way.

It’s time to talk

Sergeant Ben Dimmock is part of the force’s Crime Reduction Team, who work to understand local crime patterns and hold events across the county to advise residents and businesses on security and personal safety. Ben also plays a pivotal part in the force’s new Junior Police Squad scheme.

He talks about his experience with depression and how important it is to speak to someone if you are struggling.

“Nine years in and I still love every day”

Our PCSOs provide vital support to our officers and make a real difference in Bedfordshire’s communities. PCSO Elliot Weedon writes about the things he has been dealing with in his nine years as a PCSO.