The Kent Police Cadets Programme has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024.
The award was announced on 14th November to coincide with HM The King’s birthday.
The scheme, which was established in 2015, has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024 – the highest honour a voluntary group can receive in the UK and equivalent to a collective MBE.
There are currently 434 cadets stationed at units across Kent, giving young people an opportunity to join and experience policing. Catering for 11-18-year-olds, the cadet programme provides an opportunity to get involved in activities which support community policing, such as stewarding local events, providing crime prevention advice and advising the force on youth issues and concerns.
Cadets undergo training, learn about responsible citizenship, and take part in voluntary work with police officers in the local community on a weekly basis.
Chief Constable of Kent Police Tim Smith said ‘Our cadets and their leaders are valuable members of the Kent Police family, providing vital support to my officers as well as the communities they serve. Cadet life is all about challenge, excitement and adventure and it is a testament to their achievements and their cadet leaders that they have been recognised with the highest honour a voluntary group can be awarded. I speak on behalf of everyone associated with Kent Police when I say how proud we are of our cadets and their leaders for this fantastic achievement.’
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