Roundtable held with Hindu temple leaders to build trust and community engagement

Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Danielle Stone held a roundtable discussion with Hindu temple leaders last week to strengthen community engagement and build trust.

Danielle was joined by Chief Constable Ivan Balhatchet and Deputy Chief Constable Ash Tuckley at the meeting, where Hindu faith leaders and community representatives from across Northamptonshire came together to share their perspectives on community safety, representation in policing and partnership working.

The roundtable is part of a series of meetings with different communities and faiths that Danielle has been holding since being elected last year. The discussions form part of the commitment of Danielle’s Safe and Sound plan, to ensure that our emergency services reflect the needs and priorities of all residents in Northamptonshire.

The group discussion heavily focussed on the issue of representation and diversity within policing. Many attendees had questions and suggestions on how Hindu people could be more attracted to the recruitment process and be encouraged to apply for positions in Northamptonshire Police.

Danielle said: “The roundtable was essential to building a new strong relationship with the community. It was a fantastic opportunity to listen and learn so we can work together more closely on our shared priority, keeping our communities safe.

“Our workforce must be representative of our communities. I was pleased to hear directly from the community leaders how we can ensure we take the right approach in our recruitment. Our emergency services must be inclusive and shaped by the voices of those they serve.”

Please read more on our website: Roundtable held with Hindu temple leaders to build trust and community engagement - Northamptonshire Police & Fire Commissioner