Charlotte Buffey, just 22 years old, has already completed 245 hours of volunteering this year. Rising quickly through the ranks, she became Lancashire Constabulary’s youngest Special Inspector. Yesterday, she was honoured at a prestigious ceremony held at Lancaster House, where she received the runners-up prize for the Leadership Award at the Lord Ferrers Awards.
The Lord Ferrers Awards, supported by the Home Office, celebrate exceptional volunteers in policing across the UK. Charlotte secured the runners-up position in the highly competitive Leadership Award category, which recognises individuals who demonstrate sustained and significant leadership contributions. With over 170 nominations nationwide, her achievement stands out as particularly impressive.
Special Sergeant David Reid, who nominated Charlotte, praised her leadership, saying: “Charlotte is inspirational in her approach to leadership. She encourages her officers by working alongside them, leading by example.” He added, “She really cares about her team, holding one-on-one meetings to understand our concerns and offering guidance on welfare and operational issues. She works hard to make sure we all feel valued.”
Chief Inspector Scott Boast, who attended the ceremony with Charlotte, commented: “With over 170 nominations from forces across the country, this is a fantastic achievement. Charlotte was nominated by her peers, showing just how highly thought of she is. We’re proud of her dedication to policing.”
Chief Constable Chris Rowley also expressed his appreciation: “Lancashire Constabulary is well supported by our Special Constabulary volunteers. These committed individuals give their spare time to keep communities safe. Charlotte’s contribution and that of our whole Special Constabulary is highly valued. Well done, Charlotte, and thank you to all our volunteers.”
Originally published by UKNIP.
