Sussex ACC takes up new role with the MPS

Laurence Taylor, currently an assistant chief constable with Sussex Police, is due to take up his new role on July 2.

Mr Taylor has spent 22 years in his current force, having previously served local policing programme implementation director and the superintendent in charge of crime and operations.

His departure means Chief Superintendent Nick May will return to Sussex Police’s chief officer team as a temporary assistant chief constable.

Mr Taylor said: “Whilst I am excited about my new role with the Metropolitan Police, and the challenges it will bring, I will greatly miss the wonderful people I have worked with both within Sussex Police and our partner organisations.

“It has been an absolute privilege to serve the communities of Sussex, I am immensely proud of all the officers and staff across Sussex and the dedication with which they work.

“I genuinely believe Sussex is an excellent police force and has given me some fantastic memories for which I will always be grateful.”

Mr Taylor has worked as an ACC for just over two years, having previously held roles including deputy head of corporate development.

He has also served as district commander for Hastings and St Leonards and is an accredited strategic firearms and Gold public order commander.

He is one of two officers in the force accredited at Silver Command for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents.

Chief Constable Giles York said: “Laurence has had a significant impact on Sussex Police, bringing about positive change. His appointment reflects well on how Sussex Police develops and supports many talented people.

“I am also delighted to welcome Nick May back to them again as temporary assistant chief constable so that we can continue our important work to transform policing in Sussex.”