Isle of Man Constabulary has announced a series of changes to its command team.
Detective Superintendent Carolyn Kinrade (pictured) will retire on 8th November 2009.
Consequently, Detective Chief Inspector Dave Hughes will be promoted to Detective Superintendent, while Detective Inspector Sid Caine will become Detective Chief Inspector.
In further news, Chief Inspector Peter Young will retire from the Constabulary on 12th December 2009 to pursue a new career in event management.
Detective Superintendent Carolyn Kinrade joined the Constabulary as a cadet in September 1974 and went on to a distinguished career in a variety of uniformed and detective roles. In recent times, she has become synonymous with motorcycle racing, helping to lead the Government’s approach to road racing.
She became the first female officer to be promoted to Sergeant and then the first woman officer to serve as Inspector, Chief Inspector and Superintendent.
In recognition of her outstanding service to the Constabulary and the people of the Isle of Man, she was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal in the Birthday Honours List.
Detective Superintendent Kinrade says, "It has been an honour to have been a member of the Isle of Man Constabulary and to serve the people of the Isle of Man.
"I have been really lucky because I have worked with and for some very special people and I wish the Constabulary and people associated with it well for the future."
Chief Inspector Peter Young joined the Constabulary as a cadet in October 1978 and went to serve as a Constable in Douglas, Laxey and in the Traffic Department.
Promoted to Sergeant in August 1994, he served in Douglas and Traffic, before becoming an Inspector in March 2002 and Chief Inspector in November 2005.
In his final role for the Constabulary, he was responsible for professional standards and he oversaw the Constabulary’s approach to emergency and event planning.
Chief Inspector Young comments, "Serving the Constabulary and community for over 30 years has been a great pleasure.
"I hope I have made a positive contribution to our community and will continue to take a major interest in it in the future.
"The best part of working for the Constabulary is that it has continually changed during my service and will continue to change to meet the demands placed upon it.
"It is with some regret that I am leaving, but I have decided to look for a new challenge. Having been involved in planning and delivery of most of the large events in recent years has enabled me to find an area of work which will be challenging and enjoyable.
"Setting up my own event management company, using the many skills I have built up within and outside of the Constabulary, seemed the next natural step."
Detective Chief Inspector Dave Hughes joined the Constabulary in November 2005 from West Yorkshire Police, where he had a distinguished career in both the detective and uniformed branches.
Since his arrival on the Island he has overseen the modernisation of the Constabulary’s investigative functions.
DCI Hughes says "It has been my pleasure to work with the police officers, support staff and our colleagues from partner agencies who are committed to keeping the Island safe. There I, however, still work to be done."
Detective Inspector Sid Caine joined the Constabulary in September 1987. As well as extensive experience in all aspects of the Constabulary’s detective functions, he served as the first officer to take charge of the Constabulary’s Eastern Neighbourhood Policing team.
DI Caine says, "I am relishing the challenge of my new role and, having worked closely alongside Detective Chief Inspector Hughes for the past 18 months, I could not be better placed to build upon the modernization programme he has commenced."
Deputy Chief Constable Gary Roberts comments, "The retirement of two such dedicated and experienced officers is a sad occasion for the Constabulary. Both Carolyn and Peter have given the best part of their lives for the benefit of the people of the Isle of Man.
"Peter’s work in helping to raise standards across the Constabulary and in working with the community to make public events safe is especially noteworthy.
"Carolyn leaves a legacy, which has helped motivate and inspire young female officers, for whom she has been a role model.
"Her total commitment to the people of the Island has been an example to us all and, most recently, her work in respect of motor-sport has undoubtedly helped safeguard motorcycle racing on public roads for the foreseeable future.
"The retirement of two such experienced and influential officers could have presented problems. However, the appointment of Dave Hughes and Sid Caine shows that the Constabulary has a bright future and they bring skill and vision to their new roles.
"Protecting the public and investigating serious crime are becoming ever more complex, but I am absolutely sure that both officers will play a major role as the Constabulary continues to develop its approach.
"I have a talented and cohesive command team that will help deliver the policing service that the whole community deserves."
