INCLUSIVE POLICING


CELEBRATING THE FINEST


From breaking down barriers in recruitment to supporting colleagues through cancer, two remarkable women have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to policing. PCs Nikki Nabi and Emma Arthurs-Newman exemplify resilience, innovation, and compassion – qualities that continue to shape a more inclusive and supportive police service across England and Wales


Every day, thousands of women across the country book on duty, playing a major role in protecting the public and serving their communities. Ever since the first female police officer, Edith Smith, was sworn into office in 1915, women have made an immeasurable contribution to the development of British policing. Among women in policing, there are shining stars whom the Police Federation of England and Wales is proud to honour each year with the Outstanding Contribution to Women in Policing Award, which this year was sponsored by


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MetFriendly. The award was created in memory of Greater Manchester Police constables Nicola Hughes and Fiona Bone, who were killed on duty on 18 September 2012. This year’s award was hotly contested,


with nominations flooding in from Federation branches across England and Wales. But there was one clear winner – PC Nikki Nabi of Lancashire Constabulary. “I was very honoured and privileged,”


said Nikki. “To be told I’d won a national award was incredible – but what meant


even more was the fact that it was in memory of Nicola and Fiona. To be associated with their bravery and sacrifice is truly humbling.” Nikki’s win adds to a remarkable


achievement for Lancashire Constabulary, which has now received this award more times than any other force in England and Wales – winning it three times since its inception. This repeated recognition highlights the force’s continued commitment to championing gender equality, inclusion, and innovation in policing.


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