THE best of Greater Manchester Police officers and staff were recognised at this year’s GMP Chief Constable’s STARS awards.

The 13 teams and individuals given awards on October 6 included a detective sergeant from Trafford, Rebecca Mills, who went above and beyond in her support of a victim of rape.

DS Mills received her award from Chief Constable Ian Hopkins at the Imperial War Museum North.

The evening was then compered by radio star Mike Sweeney with Lord Lieutenant Warren Smith in attendance

Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said: “It’s fantastic to hold the STARS awards again this year. We have had so many achievements from both officers and staff over the last 12 months, a testament to the fantastic work that all of our colleagues do day in day out, and it’s only right that we take a moment to show our appreciation for all that they do.

“All of the nominees should be extremely proud – they have shown real resilience, professionalism and a dedication to the people of Greater Manchester that they should all be proud of.”