Surrey’s Chief Constable to Quit for Senior Met Police Post

Published on: 14 Dec, 2018
Updated on: 16 Dec, 2018

Chief Constable Nick Ephgrave quitting to join Metropolitan Police

Surrey’s Chief Constable Nick Ephgrave is leaving to become an Assistant Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has announced.

Mr Munro said: “I would like to place on record my thanks to Nick for the outstanding leadership he has shown in the two and a half years he has served. His dedication to public service, professionalism and no-nonsense approach will ensure Nick leaves a lasting legacy and strong foundations in place for whoever succeeds him.

“I shall be very sorry to see him depart, [but] this promotion represents an excellent opportunity for Nick and he goes with my very best wishes. I have no doubt his passion and expertise will ensure he is a success in his new role. It is likely he will take up his new position early next year.

“The Deputy Chief Constable Gavin Stephens will become Temporary Chief Constable. Gavin is a senior officer of considerable experience whom I hold in very high regard and I have every confidence that Surrey Police will be in safe hands.

“A thorough selection process to find a permanent Chief Constable will take place as soon as possible in the New Year.”