Our Team SWP Awards 2026
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Courage, integrity and compassion, innovation, determination and resilience – our Team SWP Awards 2026 showcased the standout actions and work of officers, staff, volunteers, and partner agencies.
Our guests, which included family and friends of those nominated, heard inspiring accounts of those who have excelled in their field, or who have gone above and beyond for the communities we serve.
Our sponsors
We are fortunate to have the support of our Team SWP Awards 2026 sponsors, whose generosity demonstrates that they value the work we do, and the communities that we serve.
Dolmans Solicitors
Dolmans Solicitors conduct their specialist work with local authorities, public bodies and prominent insurers from their base in Cardiff and have a reputation in the business world for their commercial vision and pragmatic approach to the delivery of legal services.
Niche
NicheRMS software enables global law enforcement agencies to report, prevent and solve crime. Their staff has a combined 400+ years of policing experience.
Police Sport South Wales (PSSW)
PSSW plays a vital role in supporting the South Wales Police well-being strategy by encouraging officers, staff, and volunteers to engage in sporting and social activities that promote physical and mental wellness. With nearly 30 active sports and social sections, PSSW provides opportunities for colleagues to connect, unwind, and build camaraderie across the force. Through exclusive discounts on theatre tickets, products, and day trips, as well as the popular PSSW Lottery offering weekly prizes, the organisation helps foster a strong sense of community and inclusion within Team SWP.
Salesforce
Salesforce helps businesses connect customers, employees, and operations on one unified platform using trusted AI, best-in-class applications, and unified data — from the front office, like sales and customer service, to the back office, like operations and IT. Now humans and AI agents can collaborate, make decisions, and get work done across any interface without switching tools or losing context.
South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner
Police and Crime Commissioners were introduced in 2012 to be the elected voice of the people, ensuring the delivery of efficient and effective policing. South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner, Emma Wools, was elected in May 2024.
South Wales Police Federation
The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) is the staff association representing more than 130,000 rank-and-file officers.
Each branch acts as the negotiation and consultative body providing an effective link between officers and senior management.
Unison Cymru Wales
UNISON is the biggest union in Wales, with more than 100,000 members across the region. UNISON representatives are dedicated to supporting their members in the workplace and campaigning to improve pay and employment conditions.
University of South Wales
We are the University for South Wales, with campuses in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. Driven by our mission to change lives and our world for the better, USW is Wales’s leading widening participation university, improving individuals’ life chances and creating more prosperous communities. We were founded by industry more than 180 years ago, and we continue to let the outside in with an industry-led curriculum, real world work experience, and applied research and innovation. We are co-created with industry to address local and global challenges.
Across 13 award categories, a total of 35 individuals or teams were recognised. Congratulations to:
Compassion Award, sponsored by South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner
Police Community Support Officer Andrew Jones
Consistently providing exceptional support to vulnerable people in the Glynneath community.
Detective Constable Claire Davies
Exceptional professionalism and dedication to supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
Courage Award, sponsored by Dolmans Solicitors
Talbot Green Police Station Officers and Police Community Support Officers
Outstanding bravery when tackling and arresting a terrorist intent on harming police officers at Talbot Green Police Station.
Sandfields Response Team
Outstanding work as a team to save the life of a woman trapped and at risk of drowning at Aberavon beach.
Constable Gavin Leyshon
Remaining calm, composed and professional when single handedly detaining a man armed with a large knife.
Courageous and Engaged Workforce Award, sponsored by University of South Wales
Anti-Corruption Unit
Outstanding commitment to improving service delivery standards and ensuring a healthy workplace culture.
Viva Engage Implementation Team
Successful implementation of Viva Engage, a platform where colleagues feel heard, valued, and connected.
Derrick Hassan Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Award, sponsored by Unison Cymru
Detective Constable Imran Ashraf
Exemplary professionalism, compassion, and commitment when supporting the family of Kamran Aman.
Efficiency and Productivity Award, sponsored by South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner
Estates Department
Delivering an ambitious Estates Strategy alongside managing daily demand.
Detective Inspector Robert Ewin
Exceptional leadership to ensure better management of workloads and safe sharing of digital forensic data.
Constable Ernest Fear
Taking ownership of Public Order Training, improving standards and making significant cost savings.
First-class Service to Victims Award, sponsored by Salesforce
Constable Danielle Bartz
Exceptional professionalism, compassion and dedication when working with a very vulnerable domestic abuse victim.
Constable John Curry
Outstanding commitment to safeguarding over 200 victims of domestic abuse using protective orders.
Detective Constable Stacey Jones
Outstanding work resulting in a 30-year extended sentence for an intra- familial sexual abuse case with three child victims.
Detective Constable Andy Williams
Exceptional work to ensure justice secured for five-month-old Jensen-Lee Dougal and his family supported.
Paria Veisi Investigation Team
An exceptional victim-focused response to the murder of Paria Veisi, a challenging and complex international case.
Integrity Award, sponsored by Niche Technology
Superintendent Dai Cole
Recognition of Dai's quiet determination to always do what was right throughout his 25 years of service.
Persistently Pursue Criminals Award, sponsored by Niche Technology
Op Helia Team
Exceptional work on a complex investigation into online child sexual exploitation involving victims across the UK.
Op Leskea Team
Exceptional commitment, care, and resilience throughout the complex investigation into the fatal shooting of Joanne Penney.
Op Lemna Team
Outstanding work on a complex attempted murder and kidnap investigation.
Detective Constable Gareth Brien
Demonstrating determination and innovation when investigating a sophisticated, organised crime group.
Police Officer Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by South Wales Police Federation
Detective Chief Inspector Donna Clutterbuck
Committed to protecting the most vulnerable in our communities and in our workforce for almost 30 years.
Constable Emma Warner-Brindley
A reputation for excellence in every role undertaken. Serving our communities and supporting colleagues for almost 30 years.
Detective Inspector David Butt
Reflecting an outstanding 30-year career defined by excellence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to public service.
Police Staff Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner
Intelligence Support Assistant Kerrie Evans
The heartbeat of the team. Recognising an outstanding 37 years’ service within Professional Standards.
Continuous Improvement Manager Tracey Cook
Recognising an outstanding ability to lead, inspire and support others throughout your career in our Public Service Centre.
Police Volunteer Achievement Award, sponsored by Police Sport South Wales
Reverend Robert Coyne
Recognising an unwavering commitment to the Chaplaincy provision in South Wales Police for almost a decade.
Special Inspector Kieron Pike
Exceptional commitment, professionalism, and leadership for over six years of voluntary service.
Cardiff & Vale BCU Special Constabulary
Dedication to serving our communities and helping tackle Cardiff & Vale policing priorities.
Trust and Confidence Award, sponsored by South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner
Op Tellima Team
Exceptional partnership approach to tackling drug dealing and associated criminality in Rumney.
Police Community Support Officer Ayeshah Williams
Outstanding commitment to Morriston and Eastside communities, leading on initiatives and working with partners.
Op Livewire Team
Tackling the use, and associated harm, of illegal e-bikes and e-scooters within Cardiff and Vale BCU.
Project Pili-Pala Team
An outstanding partnership, providing a safe, supportive environment for girls aged 13–16.
Chief Constable’s Special Recognition Award
ANPR Office Administrator Trevor Wallbank
Celebrating 50 years of exemplary service, an outstanding achievement and commitment to public service.
Constable Tony Phipps
Trusted and valued. Recognising almost 40 years of outstanding support for colleagues and the Morriston community.