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Hertfordshire Constabulary has announced that Andy Mariner has joined the force as its new Deputy Chief Constable.
Andy joins Hertfordshire Constabulary from neighbouring Essex Police, where he was Assistant Chief Constable (ACC), having joined the force in 2016 as a Superintendent.
“I am delighted to be joining Hertfordshire – a great organisation with a reputation of being an innovative, friendly and family focused constabulary.
“I have visited on a number of occasions over the last few months preparing for my arrival and have been continually impressed by the people I have met, who are passionate and professional. I am really looking forward to meeting and working with you all.”
Andy Mariner, Deputy Chief Constable, Hertfordshire Constabulary.
Andy began his career in policing at the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) in 1997, working in a variety of policing roles.
During his two decades working in the capital, Andy was a lead in many major public events, including Notting Hill Carnival and New Year’s Eve celebrations, along with lots of Premier League football matches.
In 2012, Andy led the Olympic Torch security operation working with police forces across the UK to ensure the torch’s safe arrival in London.
In his role as ACC at Essex Police, Andy was accountable for local policing in the county, leading their approach to the new national policing guarantee, and also led on their approach to hate crime and engagement with children and young people.
Andy is a Specialist Firearms commander, public order and CBRN(e) commander. He is also the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) lead for stop and search.
“Andy comes in as a key member of the chief officer team and I know he shares our vision of becoming an outstanding force serving the people of Hertfordshire. He brings with him a wealth of policing experience, dedication and energy and a focus on catching criminals, protecting the vulnerable and driving down crime.”
Hertfordshire Chief Constable Andy Prophet.
Andy lives in west Essex with his wife and has five children. In his spare time, he enjoys doing regular gym classes and walking his dog with his family.
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