New assistant chief constable takes up the reins at CNC
The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) has appointed Kerry Smith as its new assistant chief constable.
With more than 30 years’ experience as a police officer in several forces, mainly Nottinghamshire Police and Leicestershire Police, CNC says she will “bring a wealth of experience to the role”.
Ms Smith, who officially joined CNC last month, has served at all ranks up to assistant chief constable.
In her most recent role at Leicestershire Police, she was responsible for specialist operations and was the regional firearms lead. She is an experienced strategic and tactical firearms commander and was previously an authorised firearms officer.
Ms Smith said: “I am delighted to have joined the CNC and am really looking forward to working with all my new colleagues across England and Scotland.
“Working for an infrastructure police force with a national footprint represents a new chapter for me in my policing career.
“I am very much looking forward to supporting our officers and staff in their delivery of our vital mission to protect critical infrastructure and keep the public safe.”
Chief Constable Simon Chesterman said: “It was my pleasure to welcome Kerry to the CNC. She went through a very rigorous selection process to get this role and I congratulate her on her appointment. The role attracted a lot of very talented and exceptional people, so Kerry has really earned it.
“Kerry’s enthusiasm and experience will be invaluable to the CNC as we pursue our ambitions for the future of the organisation, and I look forward to working alongside her.”