REPS SPOTLIGHT
out involved officers subjected to an investigation lasting eight and a half years following a death in custody. “They were suspended for six of those years,” she says. “To support them through that and see them come out the other side was hugely significant.” Yet the role has also
brought heartbreak. “I’ve lost an officer I was representing,” she says quietly. “Without question, that’s the hardest thing I’ve ever dealt with as a rep.” The experience remains with her. “You always wonder whether you
laughs while recalling one success story. “I asked Boz to cover me for three months and now he’s our Chair.” As for advice to officers considering becoming Federation rep themselves, Emma’s message is straightforward.
“I still love the job. I love “I’ve done my 30 years now, but I’m far
too young to retire.” Still serving as an Inspector on a
working with officers who come to work
wanting to make a difference, and I enjoy helping them develop and grow.”
could have said something different or done something more. This is tough” Despite those challenges, Emma
remains passionate about developing future representatives. “They’re the Federation’s future,” she says. “We have to invest in them.” She
“If you genuinely want to help people, believe in fairness and can support someone through the darkest moments of their life, then go for it.” What continues to motivate her after three decades in policing? Despite reaching the milestone of 30 years’ service, retirement is not yet on Emma’s radar.
24/7 patrol team, Emma remains as committed to frontline policing as ever. “I still love the job. I love working with officers who come to work wanting to make a difference, and I enjoy helping them develop and grow. As long as I can continue doing that, there’s plenty more to look forward to.”
Reflecting on her career,
she adds: “I’ve been privileged to be involved in some incredible jobs. What I’m most proud of is hopefully getting the balance right, supporting officers, telling it how it is, and still getting the job done. “I can be fiery, but I’m passionate
about making a difference. Whatever hat I’m wearing, I hope that’s what people remember.”
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