Llandovery's Jason Evans wins Inspiration in Policing award

Jason Evans won the Inspiration in Policing Award at the National Police Bravery Awards last week alongside his brother-in-law Andy Kemp.

He assisted in a charity called the Curtis Palmer Program which supports retired police officers with mental health problems and physical illnesses.

Jason completed the National Three Peaks Challenge for the Curtis Palmer Program. (Image: Curtis Palmer Program)

He was given the award at the National Police Bravery Awards. (Image: Curtis Palmer Program)Chief Constable, Jason Hogg said: I am immensely proud of PC Evans and PC Kemp, who are truly deserving of their recent award.

“Their efforts to support fellow officers suffering from physical and mental illnesses are remarkable, showcasing their selflessness, teamwork, and compassion.

“Their completion of the National Three Peaks Challenge, alongside their families and others, is nothing short of inspirational.

“This achievement is especially commendable considering the money raised for the Curtis Palmer Program, which supports serving and retired police officers and staff.

The Curtis Palmer Program supports retired police officers with mental health problems and physical illnesses. (Image: Curtis Palmer Program) “Their dedication has not only benefitted those present at the challenge, but also supporting others in the policing family with physical injury, illness and mental health wellbeing through this vital charity.

“Having met PC Evans and PC Kemp several times, I can genuinely say they are an inspiration to us all. I eagerly look forward to seeing what the future holds for them."

Jason works for Thames Valley Police and has supported PS Lawerence East who has incurable stage 4 terminal pancreatic cancer and a terminally ill fireman who has motor neurone disease.

Alongside his brother-in-law Andy, Jason helped guide PC East and a terminally-ill fireman climb to the summit of Snowdon. (Image: Curtis Palmer Program) Alongside his brother-in-law Andy, Jason helped guide PC East and the fireman climb to the summit of Snowdon on February 4, 2023.

Thames Valley Police Federation Chair, Aileen O’Connor added: ““I’m extremely proud of Jason and Andy and everything they have done and continue to do to support this charity.

They are two of the humblest people you could meet and are truly blown away to be nominated and to have won the Inspiration in Policing Award.

“They don’t see what they’ve done as inspirational – they are the kind, selfless and amazing human beings. I, on behalf of Thames Valley Police Federation, am immensely proud of them.”

The Inspiration in Policing award recognises exceptional officers whose achievements don’t fit with a specific act of bravery in the last 12 months but have exhibited moral courage to make a positive change for the benefit of police officers.

Further information about the charity can be found on the Curtis Palmer Program website.