REPS SPOTLIGHT


CITY OF LONDON POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR


Federation and force celebrate the hard work and dedication of


Detective Inspector Hannah Sydney for supporting colleagues and raising standards across policing


head of learning and development has enabled her to shape training at a strategic level. Through scenario- based and immersive learning, she has helped equip officers with the confidence and skills needed to investigate serious sexual offences, domestic abuse, and violence against women and girls with professionalism and empathy. This work has earned national recognition and has contributed directly to improved investigative standards across the force.


When reflecting on the moment


Detective Inspector and Federation representative Hannah Sydney was awarded the City of London Police Officer of the Year, a distinction that reflects not only exceptional professional achievement but also a deep-rooted commitment to integrity, compassion and innovation in policing. Over the past year, DI


Sydney has led significant work in Public Protection, delivering training to more than 900 officers and staff on best practice responses


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to domestic abuse. Her approach is consistently victim-centred, ensuring officers understand both the procedural and human dimensions of some of the


“It has reminded me that being passionate and showing kindness and compassion is important.”


most complex and sensitive investigations in policing.


Alongside this, her role as deputy


she learned she had won the award, DI Sydney described a mixture of pride and disbelief. “When I found out I had been shortlisted I felt a real sense of pride, especially as one of my team and my chief inspector had both nominated me. When my name was announced as the winner at the Force Awards, I was in total shock. I was in a daze - it felt amazing to receive recognition for my work.”


She was also quick to acknowledge her peers, adding: “I felt humbled as I was up against two really good officers who I have


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