The driving force being the success of the Lancashire Police Museum, based at Lancaster Castle has been presented with a prestigious award.
Museum Co-ordinator Sabine Skae has been presented with the George Herbert Redman Award in recognition of the work she does to promote a better public understanding of the work of the Constabulary and foster improved relationships between Lancashire police and the communities it serves.
Supported by the George Herbert Redman Trust, the annual award is given to a serving officer or member of police staff in recognition of their substantial contribution to the force.
Deserving winner Sabine has worked at the Museum since it opened its doors in 2022.
Thanks to her and a team of police volunteers, the museum has attracted over 50,000 visitors so far and offered educational inputs to thousands of school, college and university students.
It has reached the finals of the prestigious Lancashire Tourism Awards two years’ running, and this year its volunteers won the Citizens in Policing Team of the Year award.
However, now personal acclaim has come Sabine’s way, with her being presented with the George Herbert Redman Award by Chief Constable Sacha Hatchett.
Sabine said: “I feel really fortunate to have been able to work with really dedicated staff, officers and volunteers on Lancashire Police Museum. Together, we’ve created a wonderful resource and service for the people of Lancashire and further afield.
“I’m really proud of our popular museum, which has been a hit with so many visitors, and of our friendly volunteers, who do such a great job in making everyone welcome and talking about past and present policing.
“Also, our education programme is going from strength, with new talks for schools and groups of all ages.
“It’s been great to share our fabulous history and to talk to people about the challenges of present-day policing as well as current career opportunities, of which there are many.
“My work at the museum has been an absolute pleasure.”
Sabine won the award ahead of South Safeguarding Team Detective Sergeant Maddie Rufus, who was the runner-up.
The winner was selected by the George Herbert Redman Trustees.
Lancashire Chief Constable Sasha Hatchett, who presented Sabine with the award at the annual Chief Constable’s Awards held at Hutton HQ this week, said: “The Lancashire Police Museum is an excellent resource for us, providing an opportunity to educate people on how policing has changed, to learn more about their local police force and to illustrate the challenges of policing today.
“The success of the museum and its growing popularity stems from Sabine’s excellent work as our Museum Co-ordinator. She thoroughly deserves this award. Well done Sabine.”
Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw said: "Sabine's contribution to making the Lancashire Police Museum a success is invaluable and it's fantastic to see her recognised for her hard work and dedication.
"Thanks to Sabine and our team of volunteers, the Museum has never been as popular and continues to achieve positive engagement from across Lancashire and beyond to build relationships between our police force and the communities it serves."
Sabine was awarded £750 to donate to a charity of her choice as part her award win.
She has decided to donate the money to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), following her work on an Operation Lund – the Morecambe Bay cockling tragedy – display at the museum.
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