Patrick Shearer named new President of ACPOS
Chief Constable Patrick Shearer of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary has been announced as the new president for the Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (ACPOS).
Chief Constable Patrick Shearer of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary has been announced as the new president for the Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (ACPOS).
Mr Shearer has been the Associations Vice President for the past two years and will take over the post from Grampian Police Chief Constable Colin McKerracher today, April 1.
Chief Constable Norma Graham of Fife Constabulary will become the new Vice-President.
The role of president for ACPOS operates on a rotary basis between the chief constables of Scotlands eight forces; each serving a two year term.
Chief Constable Colin McKerracher, out-going President, said:
“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as President. The support I have had from colleagues, partners and key stakeholders has been extremely encouraging. I believe we have progressed our agenda and made significant improvements in national policing and public sector developments.
“As I hand over the presidency to my successor, Chief Constable Patrick Shearer, I am confident that the Scottish Police Service will continue to be an active partner in any debate, with particular emphasis on improving existing practices and the level of service which is provided to the public throughout the country on a day-to-day basis.”
In-coming President Chief Constable Patrick Shearer said: “I am delighted to have the role as President of ACPOS and very much look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead for the Scottish Policing in shaping delivery of service to the public in Scotland.”
Mr Shearer became Chief Constable of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary on May 14, 2007, after serving with Grampian Police since 1983.
He served in a variety of roles within Grampian Police, namely General Enquiries Department, Operational Uniform Inspector, general and specialist investigation roles, including Drug Squad within the Criminal Investigation Department and has experience of leading major enquiries. He was also Chief Superintendent within Aberdeen City.
He was one of the first officers to qualify for, participate in and successfully complete the first Scottish Strategic Command Course and in April, 2001 when he was appointed Assistant Chief Constable of Grampian Police. In January 2005 he was appointed Deputy Chief Constable of Grampian Police, responsible for Corporate Communications, Professional Standards and Conduct, Development & Governance and Executive Support.