Belfast Harbour Police invests in new qualifications
James Thorpe
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Belfast Harbour Police, one of the British Isles’ oldest police forces, has become the latest to invest in crime prevention qualifications for their staff, with them undertaking the Level 3 Introduction to Crime Prevention qualification delivered by the Police Crime Prevention Academy.
Established in 1847, the Belfast Harbour Police (BHP) is one of the oldest police forces in the British Isles and has a long and proud history creating a safe and secure environment for all those who work, live or socialise within Belfast Harbour Estate, as well as the provision of policing and security to shipping and maritime assets in Belfast Harbour.
Officers provide 24-hour, 365 response cover to incidents and requests for assistance throughout the 2,000 acre Harbour Estate – an area which equates to one fifth of the size of the City of Belfast. The diverse range of policing requirements and associated crime prevention issues include the commercial port, leading tourist attractions, mixed-use urban regeneration projects and major outdoor events as well as the arrival of 150 cruise ships a year.
Speaking on behalf of the Academy, the Head of Learning and Development Guy Collyer said, “There can be a misconception that only the main territorial police services have a responsibility to prevent crime. It is in fact, a duty for us all.
“Belfast Harbour Police and others are leading the way in getting their staff qualified to prevent crime within the areas where they have a responsibility.”
Chief Officer Michael Daly from the Belfast Harbour Police said, “In addition to handling 70% of Northern Ireland’s seaborne trade, Belfast Harbour is also home to a diverse community that includes 760 tenants providing 27,000 jobs. The Harbour Estate is also home to Belfast’s leading tourist attractions, mixed-use urban regeneration projects and major outdoor events.
“Last year we facilitated five million visits to Belfast Harbour and as we become ever more integrated with the rest of Belfast city centre, policing will continue to evolve. We are committed to creating a safe and welcoming space for everyone and supporting our customers and tenants.”
Further information about the range of accredited qualifications offered by the Police Crime Prevention Academy can be obtained by visiting https://www.crimepreventionacademy.com/ or emailing: [email protected]
