A POLICE officer has been named as the staff association representative of the year for her commitment to supporting colleagues and improving workplace processes.
PC Tania Kirby, a long-serving Federation representative at Gloucestershire Constabulary, received the award as part of the 2026 Gloucestershire Police Federation Recognition Awards.
She was recognised for her 'unwavering support' for fellow officers and her willingness to challenge the organisation when needed.
PC Kirby said: "I've always enjoyed helping people.
"Every role that I do seems to involve me supporting and helping people."
Alongside her Federation duties, she works full-time as an assessor in learning and development and supports most student officers going through Regulation 13 processes.
Her contributions have earned her the respect of senior leaders, supervisors and HR managers across the force.
She was also instrumental in the decision to change the promotion process, bringing it into line with modern requirements.
PC Kirby said: "All I really want from the organisation is to make sure that their processes are fair and consistent.
"I've worked with different people within the organisation at different levels to try and make the process better, to give people a fairer opportunity at promotion, and to develop themselves."
Colleagues praised her knowledge and approachability, with one officer saying they would confidently direct any team member to PC Kirby if they needed Federation advice.
Another officer recalled how she followed up personally in situations involving paternity leave and a departmental move to ensure he was treated fairly.
PC Kirby said: "I was really shocked to win the award, massively honoured. I still can't really believe it. I think it's incredible.
"It's really humbling that people think so highly of me."
Adam Williams, chair of Gloucestershire Police Federation, said: "Tania is a true role model and a prime example of what a Fed Rep should be.
"She works tirelessly to support officers, and always provides sensible and direct advice, whether or not she is on duty."
PC Kirby attended the 2026 Gloucestershire Police Federation Recognition Awards on Thursday, September 10.
The Gloucestershire Police Federation is the staff association for police constables, sergeants and inspectors within Gloucestershire Constabulary.
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