Katy Barrow-Grint confirmed as Gloucestershire deputy chief constable

She has been in the post on an interim basis since November 2024, but has now been given the role on a permanent basis following a recruitment process.

Before moving to Gloucestershire last year, Ms Barrow-Grint had worked with Thames Valley Police since 2000 in a variety of roles including in Response, CID, Covert Policing and Neighbourhood Policing.

As a senior officer she had been commander of Oxfordshire Local Policing area, and as assistant chief constable she oversaw Crime, Intelligence, Forensics, Criminal Justice and Custody, and Public Protection and Safeguarding for the force.

Most recently, she led Thames Valley Police’s work tackling violence against women and girls, and has an academic interest in domestic abuse, writing and researching on the topic.

The force said Ms Barrow-Grint will start in the post immediately.

She said: “Since joining Gloucestershire Constabulary last November, I have been impressed with the commitment and passion that I have seen among my colleagues to serve the people of Gloucestershire.

“I am looking forward to supporting the hard work being done by the force as we continue to tackle the crimes that can impact so heavily on many people’s lives.”

T/Chief Constable Maggie Blyth said: “I am delighted that Katy decided to apply for the permanent position and that she was successful at interview. I very much look forward to continuing to work with her as my Deputy.

“Katy has a wealth of experience and skills from her time with Thames Valley Police and I know that she will be a huge asset to the Force and our local communities.”