This is an extract from an e-mail sent in by a member of the public which I believe PC Brown should be recognised for: Durham Police,I would like to commend the actions and service of PC 2354 Brown. I placed a call this evening to the police and PC Brown was quick to respond, provided me with an understanding of the police process from this point onward, and set agreed timeframes for giving me an update on any progress. I think he is a credit to the force, his ability to restore faith in the service through his confidence and personality cannot be understated.I would very much like him to receive high praise indeed as Durham Constabulary is extremely lucky to have him as an officer.

PC Deakin and colleagues recently presented a "day in the life of a working dog"at our school. The day was amazing for the children with outstanding demonstrations form the dogs and their handlers. The organisation and presentation of the day, by PC Deakin, was excellent. The positive interaction by the officers has positively raised the profile of the police in our school.

Submitted on behalf of Mrs Richardson.I WENT SHOPPING AND THE WINDOWS WERE LEFT OPEN ON MY CAR. MY HUSBAND, WHO SUFFERS FROM PARKINSONS SOMETIMES CLICKS THE BUTTONS AND LEAVES THEM OPEN, HOWEVER, I DIDNT REALISE AS I WENT TO THE BOOT. THE SNOW WAS HEAVY AT THIS TIME AND WHEN I CAME BACK FROM MY CAR TODAY, REALISED ALL OF MY WINDOWS OPEN AND MY PARCELS WERE MISSING. MIKE ATKINSON APPEARED AND EXPLAINED WHAT HAD HAPPENED AND THAT HE HAD RETRIEVED MY PARCELS FOR SAFEKEEPING. HE WAS ABSOLUTELY MARVELLOUS WITH ME AND MY HUSBAND. NOTHING WAS A TROUBLE TO HIM AND WHATEVER HELP HE COULD GIVE ME, HE WAS VERY WILLING TO HELP IN ANY WAY HE COULD. HE WAS EASY TO TALK TO AND HELPED. HE RETRIEVED MY PARCELS AND TOOK ME BACK TO MY CAR TO MAKE SURE I DIDNT FALL AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE AWAY ON SUCH A DREADFUL SNOWY DAY.

PC Rees assisted in retrieving money which was taken from my bank account via an ATM . He kept me updated and managed to bring the situation to a quick, positive outcome . I would like him to receive this award as recognition for his exemplary conduct and professionalism , he is a credit to your force.

I am the secretary of Acre Rigg Residents association in Peterlee. Carol regularly comes along to our residents association meetings and updates us with the latest crime statistics but she does much more than that. She never makes a promise or commitment that she cant keep. She always does what she says she will do and keeps you informed about what she is doing and the outcome. She is available just about 24/7 - she will answer a call on her mobile or respond to a voice-mail asking for help or support whether she is on duty or not. She is one of the most committed and dedicated members of the local team we know (no disrespect to the others who do a stirling job). But shes much more than all that. She makes a point of getting to know everyone in the community she serves - whether theyre on the right side or the wrong side of the law. She is understanding, diplomatic and fair. She wants to help people work together to make the place we live in a better one. She supports our association in all sorts of ways, whether its working with the elderly or whether we want to do a survey or campaign in the area - if she is able to, she will. If only there were a hundred more of her spread across the County - then other communities would see the value we see in her. To cap it all - shes always laughing and smiling - maybe she just loves what she does?

I would like to express my gratitude and tahnks to the officers for rescuing me from my friends car which had become stuck in a dreadful snow storm in December 2012. I would never have got home without their help and the lift I got in the police landrover. I am very greatful thank you.

Nomination submitted on behalf of IP.A card thanking PC Coulson was received from a member of the public who had been subject to a domestic assault. She personally delivered it to the police station while the officer was off duty and wanted to thank PC Coulson for all his support when she needed it. The card read YOU WERE VERY KIND TO ME AND MADE ME FEEL VERY BRAVE. YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT JOB, YOU GAVE ME TIME IN A HORRIBLE SITUATION I REALLY APPRECIATE THAT. THANK YOU SO MUCH. As the officers suppervisor I feel I should point this out as Alistair really did an excellent job with this lady, running her up to the hospital arranging to obtain a lengthy statement and even transporting her to another station to have her injuries photographed, fitting all of this in around the ladies child care needs. The offcier in the case deserves a degree of recognition for empowering the victim and providing an excellent service.

During the christmas period my daughter had her mobile phone stolen. Paul came to our house to take a statement and explain what would happen next. He put my daughter at her ease and encouraged her to ask questions. He also let her know that everything would be done that could be - but that the chances of recovering her phone given the circumstances were remote. I was impressed by the way Paul managed my daughters (and my) expectations. He was polite, friendly and humourous. Finally everything he promised to do - he did - and he kept us fully informed during the subsequent investigations. Well done!

On 18th November 2012, whilst returning from York on the A19, I was most unfortunate to have a tyre blow out near to the Peterlee turn off - I found myself in a very dangerous situation. Fortunately PC Mark Wearmouth happened to be travelling onto the A19 and came across me within 5mins of my accident. As this was the first time I had travelled to my daughters alone since the recent death of my husband I did find the situation quite distressing. Mark immediatley took control of the situation and assisted me in contacting my breakdown company, after waiting with me for 45mins until RAC arrived, they unfortunately were unable to help due to no spare wheel on my car (it has run flat tyres!). Mark then arranged for my car to be towed to a recovery depot in Peterlee. During this time, Mark took time to listen to my tales of woe regarding my recent bereavement and even coped well with my black labrador (who didnt particularly like the situation!) After my car was removed Mark then drove me and my dog to my daughters house in Sunderland. Thank you for The Force being with me !

I would like to nominate PC Cousins for the way he dealt with my case he kept me informed about progress even though he was on holiday, from the start he was polite, friendly and helpful. I have no doubt in my mind if he had not been as thorough the outcome would not have been as successful I would like you to thank him once again