Andy Marsh facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sir Andy Marsh QPM
Chief Constable Marsh in 2021
Chief Executive Officer of College of Policing
Incumbent
Assumed office September 2021
Preceded by	Mike Cunningham
Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Police
In office February 2016 – 1 July 2021
Deputy	Sarah Crew
Preceded by	Gareth Morgan
Succeeded by	Sarah Crew
Chief Constable of Hampshire Constabulary
In office 2013–2016
Preceded by	Alex Marshall
Succeeded by	Olivia Pinkney
Personal details
Born	Andrew David Marsh 1966 (age 58–59) Liverpool, England
Citizenship	United Kingdom
Awards	Knight Bachelor (2024) Queen's Police Medal (2018)

Sir Andrew David Marsh (born in 1966) is a very important British police officer. He is currently the chief executive officer of the College of Policing. This means he leads the organization that sets standards and training for police forces across the UK. He started this big job in September 2021.

About Sir Andy Marsh

Sir Andy Marsh was born in 1966 in Liverpool, England. He has spent most of his working life helping to keep people safe.

His Police Career

Sir Andy started his journey in policing in 1987. His first role was as a new recruit with the Avon and Somerset Police. Over the years, he moved up through different ranks.

He became an assistant chief constable for Wiltshire Police. Later, he held the same role for Avon and Somerset Police. After that, he became the chief constable of Hampshire Constabulary. A chief constable is the top police officer in a specific area.

From February 2016 until July 2021, he was the chief constable for Avon and Somerset Police. This was a very important leadership role.

Becoming a Knight

In 2024, Sir Andy Marsh was made a Knight Bachelor. This is a special honour given by the King. He received this award for his great work and dedication to policing. It means he can use "Sir" before his name.

Awards and Honours

Sir Andy Marsh has received several awards for his long and excellent service in policing. These awards recognize his dedication and hard work.

Ribbon	What it is	When he got it
	Knight Bachelor	Given in 2024 by the King
	Queen's Police Medal (QPM)	Received in 2017
	Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal	Awarded in 2002
	Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal	Awarded in 2012
	Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal	Awarded in 2022
	King Charles III Coronation Medal	Awarded in 2023
	Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal	Given for serving a long time in the police force