The latest news from BTPA.
British Transport Police Authority is recruiting a new Deputy Chief Constable for the British Transport Police
22nd April 2025
22 April 2025 Following the retirement of Deputy Chief Constable Alistair Sutherland after his long and distinguished career in policing, the British Transport Police Authority is recruiting a new Deputy Chief Constable for the British Transport Police. Further details on the role and how to apply are available on a dedicated online microsite here.
Lucy D’Orsi agrees contract extension to continue as BTP Chief Constable
17th May 2024
The British Transport Police Authority (BTPA) have agreed a three-year contract extension with Chief Constable Lucy D’Orsi CVO QPM. Lucy, who joined the British Transport Police (BTP) as Chief Constable in February 2021, will now continue to lead the force into 2028. The extension has been confirmed by the Secretary of State for Transport. Transport…
BTPA response to HMICFRS’s PEEL and Vetting reports
22nd February 2024
This week, Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) published two inspection reports into the British Transport Police (BTP): Effectiveness, Efficiency and Legitimacy (PEEL) Vetting and Counter Corruption Below is the response from BTPA Chair Ron Barclay Smith: “BTPA welcomes both reports and the recommendations from the HMICFRS, and we appreciate…
BTPA appoints five new Authority Members
15th January 2024
The British Transport Police Authority (BTPA) have today announced five new Authority Members, who will provide financial and performance oversight for the British Transport Police. Dyan Perry rejoins BTPA as Deputy Chair and was the CEO of HS1 Ltd, a post she held for over six years. She is currently Chair of The National Skills…
New Scotland BTPA member appointed
6th November 2023
The Secretary of State for Transport has appointed Iain Whyte as the new British Transport Police Authority (BTPA) Member for Scotland. Iain, from Edinburgh, currently sits on the City of Edinburgh Council and has previously served as a board member for the Scottish Police Authority (SPA) and NHS Lothian. As the BTPA member for Scotland,…