#12 (Ian Hesketh)

In this episode of the Reducing Crime podcast, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Dr. Ian Hesketh, the Wellbeing Lead at the UK College of Policing and the Senior Responsible Owner for the National Police Wellbeing Service in the UK. They discuss the importance of officer wellness and resiliency in the face of mounting challenges in the police service. They also touch on the concept of "leaveism," where officers use their personal vacation time instead of taking sick leave, and the need for line managers to be central to officer wellbeing. The episode highlights the need for organizations to support and prioritize the mental and physical health of their officers.