Dyfed Powys Police was yesterday (Wednesday 19th January 2011) recognised as the most improved employer for offering sexual orientation equality in the workplace. The force moved up 68 places to be ranked 64th in Stonewall’s top 100 employers list for 2011.
“This award recognises the hard work and determination of our employees to improve the workplace for colleagues who are lesbian, gay, or bisexual and I am delighted to be able to accept it on their behalf,” said Deputy Chief Constable, Jackie Roberts. “This is the first time we have featured in the top 100, and I’m sure we will continue to improve on this position in the years ahead.”
Joining Ms Roberts at the acceptance of the award in Cardiff was PC Jamie Lang, the force coordinator for the Gay Police Association.
“I’m extremely proud of the organisation for achieving this award,” said PC Lang. “It shows that the force has respect for those of us who are part of an invisible minority. Dyfed Powys Police too should be proud that it is an employer of choice for the lesbian, gay, and bisexual community. ”
Leading the improvements across the force was Superintendent Claire Parmenter. She believes the force can continue to improve on its success in the past twelve months.
“We’ve laid the foundations over the past year for improving things for our colleagues and the wider community, making them feel more comfortable and more valued in their workplace. I hope the coming year will see us work together to introduce initiatives that will build on this success.”
