Dyfed Powys Police awards former prosecutor Iwan Jenkins
Mr Jenkins began his career with the Crown Prosecution Service in 1992.
He led various teams within CPS Cymru-Wales, including the Crown Court, Rape and Serious Sexual Offences, and the Complex Case Unit.
He retired recently as the acting Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor, responsible for both the Complex Case Unit and Magistrates Court work.
He was the area lead for several projects and most recently played a key role in implementing changes under the Children (Abolition of Defence of Reasonable Punishment) (Wales) Act 2020.
In 1999, Mr Jenkins qualified as a Higher Court Advocate and prosecuted trials in the Crown Court, while also appearing in the Court of Appeal.
He was appointed President of the Welsh Language Tribunal in 2019 and is a recognised figure in the Welsh language media for his contributions on legal issues.
Former Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Iwan Jenkins has been honoured for his work with Dyfed-Powys Police (Image: Dyfed-Powys Police) Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys, Dafydd Llywelyn, commended Mr Jenkins, saying: "Criminal Justice Boards provide a valuable forum for cross organisational working and ensure that those affected by crime are provided with the best possible services to support them through the criminal justice process.
"This work depends largely on the commitment of partners and Iwan's leadership, engagement and contribution to this work have been appreciated not just by myself as police and crime commissioner, but by all members of our Local Criminal Justice Board.
"In particular we are grateful for Iwan's contributions to progressing the victims' agenda, and the lead he took in the DA attrition piece of work, both of which are key priorities for me and Dyfed-Powys Police."
In response to the award, Mr Jenkins said: "It was a great personal honour for me to receive this award whilst recognising that success in public service work is only possible through the commitment of colleagues across many agencies."
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