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24/02/20 Request for Information
Please see below message from Tammy England. If anyone has any information please reply to her direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I hope that you may be able to assist me, I am looking to find out a little bit more information about my late mother's time in the police force, we know that is was a short period of time but wondered if there were any officers that may have known her at the time, she spoke very little about her time as PC 48 Judith Rains 6th august 77 to 17th November 78. We have received her police file and found this interesting but we had hoped that we may be able to contact others she worked with.
Thank you,
Tammy England Tel: 07774 143876 Email: pride.safety@aol.com
Please see below message from Tammy England. If anyone has any information please reply to her direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I hope that you may be able to assist me, I am looking to find out a little bit more information about my late mother's time in the police force, we know that is was a short period of time but wondered if there were any officers that may have known her at the time, she spoke very little about her time as PC 48 Judith Rains 6th august 77 to 17th November 78. We have received her police file and found this interesting but we had hoped that we may be able to contact others she worked with.
Thank you,
Tammy England Tel: 07774 143876 Email: pride.safety@aol.com
21/02/20 Job Opportunity - Business Crime Reduction Partnership role
East Midlands Chamber of Commerce wish to recruit a Business Crime Reduction Partnership Area Coordinator. Based at: Derby visiting the Chesterfield office at least one day per week – Additional travel may be required. Salary: £11,000 per annum (£22,000 per annum FTE). The main purpose of the role is to be the Area Lead for Derby and South Derbyshire in the Derbyshire BCRP project, working to bring about a demonstrable reduction in crime and disorder throughout the towns and city targeted by the scheme. Please see Job Description.
Closing date for applications is 28th February with interviews on the afternoon of the 4th March.
Please contact Jackie Roberts Tel: 0333 320 0333 Mob: 07919 303816 email: Jackie.Roberts@emc-dnl.co.uk
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
East Midlands Chamber of Commerce wish to recruit a Business Crime Reduction Partnership Area Coordinator. Based at: Derby visiting the Chesterfield office at least one day per week – Additional travel may be required. Salary: £11,000 per annum (£22,000 per annum FTE). The main purpose of the role is to be the Area Lead for Derby and South Derbyshire in the Derbyshire BCRP project, working to bring about a demonstrable reduction in crime and disorder throughout the towns and city targeted by the scheme. Please see Job Description.
Closing date for applications is 28th February with interviews on the afternoon of the 4th March.
Please contact Jackie Roberts Tel: 0333 320 0333 Mob: 07919 303816 email: Jackie.Roberts@emc-dnl.co.uk
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
21/02/20 Obituary - updated
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 15th February 2020, after a five year battle with cancer, of ex PC Michael John DOWNES, 69 years. He lived with his partner of 10 years, Wendy Bee. Unfortunately and tragically Wendy suffered a stroke whilst visiting Michael and is in hospital on end of life care. His next of kin is his son Thomas Downes. Michael retired in 2005/6, serving in Chesterfield and Matlock on uniform duties.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 18th March 2020 at The Church of the Annunciation, 2, Spencer Street, Chesterfield S40 4SD followed by cremation at Chesterfield Crematorium, Brimington S43 1AU. Family flowers and any donation to ‘CAFOD’ the Catholic Overseas Development Fund and the ‘Lourdes Sick Fund’. The wake is being held at the Chesterfield Panthers RUFC, 2012 Dunston Road, Chesterfield S41 9BF.
Michael’s partner Wendy Bee who suffered a stroke has sadly passed away.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on the 15th February 2020, after a five year battle with cancer, of ex PC Michael John DOWNES, 69 years. He lived with his partner of 10 years, Wendy Bee. Unfortunately and tragically Wendy suffered a stroke whilst visiting Michael and is in hospital on end of life care. His next of kin is his son Thomas Downes. Michael retired in 2005/6, serving in Chesterfield and Matlock on uniform duties.
His funeral will be held at 11.00am on Wednesday 18th March 2020 at The Church of the Annunciation, 2, Spencer Street, Chesterfield S40 4SD followed by cremation at Chesterfield Crematorium, Brimington S43 1AU. Family flowers and any donation to ‘CAFOD’ the Catholic Overseas Development Fund and the ‘Lourdes Sick Fund’. The wake is being held at the Chesterfield Panthers RUFC, 2012 Dunston Road, Chesterfield S41 9BF.
Michael’s partner Wendy Bee who suffered a stroke has sadly passed away.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
21/02/20 Volunteers needed
Please see below message from Dave Blundell (Engagement Officer for Police Care UK).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Police Care UK is a regeneration of The Police Dependants Trust, and I would highlight that it operates to assist both serving and retired police officers or police staff, (or their immediate families) across all UK police forces. It provides emotional, practical, and financial assistance to individuals within the police family who have been harmed as a result of policing, and are in crisis. It is an entirely independent organisation, and we do not share any personal information with anyone.
We are supported in our work and assisted greatly by our fantastic volunteers;
More information about these roles can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/roles/
You may also be aware that we are recruiting volunteers at the moment across the UK, and some members may have already registered for one of the introduction days, which is great. There are places left on most of these events, please see advert.
More details, and the registration form can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/
Dave Blundell
(Engagement Officer for Police Care UK)
Please see below message from Dave Blundell (Engagement Officer for Police Care UK).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Police Care UK is a regeneration of The Police Dependants Trust, and I would highlight that it operates to assist both serving and retired police officers or police staff, (or their immediate families) across all UK police forces. It provides emotional, practical, and financial assistance to individuals within the police family who have been harmed as a result of policing, and are in crisis. It is an entirely independent organisation, and we do not share any personal information with anyone.
We are supported in our work and assisted greatly by our fantastic volunteers;
- Champions; Who would advise others that Police Care UK exist, and what we do.
- Ambassadors; Who would be a point of contact for others, and perhaps attend meetings or conferences to represent Police Care UK.
- Support Volunteers; Who would typically assist potential beneficiaries who have requested assistance on behalf of Police Care UK, and are in need.
More information about these roles can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/roles/
You may also be aware that we are recruiting volunteers at the moment across the UK, and some members may have already registered for one of the introduction days, which is great. There are places left on most of these events, please see advert.
More details, and the registration form can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/
Dave Blundell
(Engagement Officer for Police Care UK)
20/02/20 Obituary - updated
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 16th February 2020 after a short illness of ex PC John STEPHENS, 82 years. His next of kin is his wife Jill Stephens. John retired in 1992 having suffered a heart attack. He worked in Ripley and in Comms Room at Police Headquarters.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Tuesday 3rd March 2020 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Swanwick and afterwards at Holiday Inn South Normanton.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death on Sunday 16th February 2020 after a short illness of ex PC John STEPHENS, 82 years. His next of kin is his wife Jill Stephens. John retired in 1992 having suffered a heart attack. He worked in Ripley and in Comms Room at Police Headquarters.
His funeral will be held at 1.00pm on Tuesday 3rd March 2020 at Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, Swanwick and afterwards at Holiday Inn South Normanton.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
20/02/20 Ex Insp Tony Thorp
Ex Insp Tony Thorp and his family would like to thank all friends and ex colleagues for their sincere and warm messages of condolence and for their attendance at the funeral of his beloved wife Patricia.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Ex Insp Tony Thorp and his family would like to thank all friends and ex colleagues for their sincere and warm messages of condolence and for their attendance at the funeral of his beloved wife Patricia.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
20/02/20 Request for Research Participants (Retired SIO's)
Please see below message from Sophie Getley. If interested please respond to author direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Boxed In: Cognitive Bias and Heuristics in Unsolved Homicide Investigations
I am a Master’s student at the University of Portsmouth seeking retired and former SIO’s to participate in a research study.
The study will explore the critical differences in detective’s decision making during complex investigations, specifically between historic and live enquiries. This study will examine the potential influence that bias and heuristics may have on the review process and re-examination of unsolved homicides and identify ways in which these factors can be minimised. I am conducting this research for my MSc in Criminology & Criminal Psychology at the University of Portsmouth. The aim of this study is to develop evidence-based research to better understand the unique factors affecting decision making in homicide investigation and reviews.
If you take part in this study you will be committing a total of approximately 1.5 hours of your time to read and think about a case study and then to take part in a semi-structured interview via skype in relation to your thoughts and decision making related to that case study.
If you are interested in participating, please contact me on the email address given below, I will then provide you will a further information sheet and consent form and be available to answer any queries you may have. Participation is entirely voluntary and should you decide having received further information you do not wish to take part, I will not contact you further.
With thanks for your interest,
Sophie Getley
Email: up909537@port.ac.uk
Please see below message from Sophie Getley. If interested please respond to author direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Boxed In: Cognitive Bias and Heuristics in Unsolved Homicide Investigations
I am a Master’s student at the University of Portsmouth seeking retired and former SIO’s to participate in a research study.
The study will explore the critical differences in detective’s decision making during complex investigations, specifically between historic and live enquiries. This study will examine the potential influence that bias and heuristics may have on the review process and re-examination of unsolved homicides and identify ways in which these factors can be minimised. I am conducting this research for my MSc in Criminology & Criminal Psychology at the University of Portsmouth. The aim of this study is to develop evidence-based research to better understand the unique factors affecting decision making in homicide investigation and reviews.
If you take part in this study you will be committing a total of approximately 1.5 hours of your time to read and think about a case study and then to take part in a semi-structured interview via skype in relation to your thoughts and decision making related to that case study.
If you are interested in participating, please contact me on the email address given below, I will then provide you will a further information sheet and consent form and be available to answer any queries you may have. Participation is entirely voluntary and should you decide having received further information you do not wish to take part, I will not contact you further.
With thanks for your interest,
Sophie Getley
Email: up909537@port.ac.uk
14/02/20 Obituary - updated
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on the 7th February 2020 of ex ACC David PARKINSON, 88 years, of Allestree, Derby. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs Sarah Cross. David was latterly suffering from Alzheimer’s but well. He was in a Home at West Hallam when he passed away and a post mortem is necessary. David started his Police service, after National Service with Huddersfield Borough from 1952 to 1966, he then moved to Essex from 1966 to 1971, Moving then to Hertfordshire until 1977. In 1977 he served as ACC in Derbyshire until 1983 moving on to becoming the Chief of Police in Jersey until his retirement in 1993 when he moved back to his home in Allestree.
His funeral will be held at 2.40pm on Monday 2nd March 2020 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the unexpected death on the 7th February 2020 of ex ACC David PARKINSON, 88 years, of Allestree, Derby. His next of kin is his daughter Mrs Sarah Cross. David was latterly suffering from Alzheimer’s but well. He was in a Home at West Hallam when he passed away and a post mortem is necessary. David started his Police service, after National Service with Huddersfield Borough from 1952 to 1966, he then moved to Essex from 1966 to 1971, Moving then to Hertfordshire until 1977. In 1977 he served as ACC in Derbyshire until 1983 moving on to becoming the Chief of Police in Jersey until his retirement in 1993 when he moved back to his home in Allestree.
His funeral will be held at 2.40pm on Monday 2nd March 2020 at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)