Thames Valley Police appoints new chief constable

Thames Valley Police has appointed a new chief constable to begin in April next year.

Jason Hogg, who has been the deputy chief constable since 2019, will take over from the retiring John Campbell on April 1, 2023.

The role of chief constable involves leading TVP whilst creating a vision and setting direction for the force, according to the College of Policing.

Ch Cons Hogg was appointed on Friday, November 18 subject to the endorsement of the independent Thames Valley Police and Crime Panel following a proposal by Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber.

He started his career in Cleveland Police in 1995 before transferring to Hampshire in 2001 as a Detective Sergeant. He spent most of his career working in Criminal Investigation roles, serving as detective in every rank. 

Ch Cons Hogg has spent a significant part of his career investigating homicide offences and for several years helped deliver training on the National Senior Investigation Officer (SIO) Development Programme.

He was promoted to Deputy Chief Constable of the force in 2019.

Matthew Barber, Police and Crime Commissioner, said: “I am delighted to confirm the appointment of Jason Hogg as the Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police.

“Jason will take over leadership of the force in April next year and I am looking forward to working closely with him in delivering the public’s priorities for policing in the Thames Valley.”

Keith McLean, chair of the Thames Valley Police and Crime Panel said: “The panel were pleased to confirm Jason Hogg’s appointment as Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police from April 1, 2023.

“His passion for policing and for all communities in Thames Valley was evident to members of the panel and his willingness to work with the Police and Crime Commissioner for the good of the people of Thames Valley was clear to the panel.”

Ch Cons Hogg added: “It is a privilege to have been selected to be the next Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police.

“I am excited by this opportunity to lead the Force, and I am fully committed to working with our people, and our partners to ensure Thames Valley Police continues to protect all of our communities.

“Our dedicated officers and staff will continue to work tirelessly every single day, to provide an excellent service, and a police force that we can all be proud of.

“We will do this by preventing and reducing crime, improving our support of victims, bringing more offenders to justice, and ultimately building trust within our communities.

“I would like to thank Chief Constable John Campbell for his leadership, and all those who have supported me throughout my career, and I look forward to taking up the role in April.”