Trevor Botting is a former UK Sussex Police senior officer, former Chief of Police at the Saint Helena Police Force, and former Commissioner at the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police and has been exploring for Policing TV the people involved in the policing of the British Overseas Territories.
He talks to Louise Harrison, ex BCU Commander with Merseyside Police who is now the Chief Fire Officer and Chief Executive of Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service having moved to the Fire service via the Civil Nuclear Constabulary.
She shares her extensive career journey in policing, starting from her early days in Merseyside Police to her transition into the fire service. She discusses the challenges she faced as a female officer, her experiences in various roles including armed response and neighbourhood policing, and the importance of mentorship and continuous learning in her career development. Louise reflects on her achievements and the diverse experiences that shaped her professional path, emphasizing the value of hard work and seizing opportunities.
Takeaways
- Louise’s journey began in 1992 with Merseyside Police.
- She was one of only three women in her training course.
- Early experiences in policing shaped her confidence and aspirations.
- She transitioned into armed response vehicles, breaking gender barriers.
- Her time in the mounted section provided unique challenges and memories.
- Neighborhood policing allowed her to make a significant community impact.
- Mentorship played a crucial role in her career progression.
- She emphasized the importance of diversifying experiences for growth.
- Louise’s hard work and dedication led to numerous leadership roles.
- She believes in the value of hard work and its long-term benefits.
Sound Bites
- “I didn’t want to be stuck behind a desk all day.”
- “It was one of my favorite jobs, I think.”
- “I was really lucky to have a great mentor.”
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Louise Harrison’s Career Journey
07:24 – Challenges and Aspirations as a Female Officer
14:01 – Transition to Armed Response Vehicles
19:25 – Experiences in the Mounted Section
25:53 – Progression to Chief Inspector and Neighbourhood Policing
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