A group of Staffordshire Police Cadets graduated with pride at a special ceremony last week (Thursday 26th May).
Nineteen members of the Tamworth unit were presented with certificates at the prestigious event at Bolehall Manor Club.
The Cadet scheme was a priority for Staffordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Ellis. It aims to strengthen links between the police and young people and promote good citizenship.
Mr Ellis joined Assistant Chief Constable Nick Adderley to present certificates to the 14 to 17-year-olds from the Tamworth unit, which was launched in March 2015. Volunteers who help run the unit were also recognised at the ceremony and presented with certificates by the Police and Crime Commissioner.
Mr Ellis said: “It was a tremendous evening in Tamworth at the swearing in of another 19 young Police Cadets. For these 14 to 17 year-olds it’s been a life changing experience.
“Congratulations to Staffordshire Police, but above all, congratulations to the 19 young people who have seen their lives change today.”
Grace Spencer, a Police Cadet said: “Tonight we invited all our parents to come and see us at our Attestation evening and it’s been great. I have enjoyed it so much and I’ve just loved my parents being here. As a person I’ve gained so much more confidence and tonight letting my mum and dad see me has just showed me how proud they are of me. It’s a great opportunity and I’m grateful that I have been a part of it.”
Meanwhile, businesses are being invited to become Patrons or Sponsors to help fund uniforms and equipment for the Cadets. In return for becoming a Patron, businesses’ contributions are recognised through publicity, a framed certificate and other opportunities.
For more details on Cadets and the patronage scheme visit www.staffordshire-pcc.gov.uk/police-cadets
You can watch a video of the event here: https://youtu.be/HZUeS-NQ97I
