Police officers from across Lancashire were honoured for their 'determination and hard work' at an annual awards ceremony.

The Lancashire Police 'Excellence Awards' took place at Ewood Park, the home of Blackburn Rovers, and was hosted by Graham Liver of BBC Radio Lancashire. 

It was funded by sponsors and supporters and was not paid for by Lancashire Constabulary.

Chief Constable Chris Rowley said: “Our awards shone a spotlight on some of the fantastic work taking place across the county to make our communities safer.

“Our awards covered some of the important characteristics that define Lancashire Police - outstanding professionalism, courage, excellence, innovation and dedication.

“Everyone who was recognised on the evening is part of a much wider police family and the awards only scratch the surface of some of the excellent work that is done on a daily basis in my force.

“I am very grateful to all my officers and staff whose dedication and regular sacrifices make Lancashire Constabulary what it is.”

Andrew Snowden, Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire added: "The Lancashire Constabulary Excellence Awards were a great opportunity to recognise and thank officers and staff for their dedication, service and commitment to keeping the people of Lancashire safe.

"Everyone in Lancashire Constabulary has an important role to play in delivering my Fighting Crime Plan and these award winners represent the very best of doing that, protecting the public, putting offenders behind bars and supporting victims.

"It is this dedication I see around the clock, to deliver the best possible service for the public and ensure we are one step ahead of criminals.”

The full list of winners were:

Inclusion, Equality and Diversity 
PC Lucy Walton, Public Order Training

Creativity and Innovation in Policing 
Temporary Response Sgt Luke Barber, West Division

Victim First 
Response PC Rachel Phillips, South Division

Supporting Communities 
Early Intervention PC Jason Ellwood, South Division

Rising Star 
Community Beat Manager PC Fiona Rowe, South Division

Everyday Hero 
Cadet Co-ordinator Nicola Leigh, West Division

Outstanding Leadership 
Head of Quality Standards for the Forensic Science Department, Janet Shorrock

Extraordinary Police Services 
Neighbourhood Policing Sgt James Pinder, West Division

Police Officer of the Year  
Neighbourhood Policing PC Hanif Patel, South Division

Police Staff of the year 
Wellbeing Co-ordinator Sophie Carter, Occupational Health Department

Lifetime achievement  Detective Chief Inspector Jane Webb, Senior Investigating Officer, Major Crime Investigation Team  

Team of the year 
The Serious Collision Team

The event was supported by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Incident Management company FMG and the Police Federation as well as award sponsors: AXON, NEC, Orlo, Xerox, PSL Print Management, The High Sheriff of Lancashire, David Taylor CBE, DL and his wife Brenda