When
I consider the performance of Mr. Ford over the reporting year, the word “dynamic” comes to mind. Enthusiasm commitment
and dedication are all there, plus confidence and the ability to build relationships and identify new tasks and growth areas.
A man for the present and a man for the future. Head of Bureau New Scotland Yard
Undoubtedly Mr. Ford is the
most talented and dedicated Senior Identification Officer I have managed and through his leadership, the Drugs Team have enjoyed
unqualified success. Head of Bureau New Scotland Yard
It is a pleasure to be able to write about an officer
who is totally dedicated, focused and displays drive, determination and leadership which is of the highest order. His enthusiasm
is infectious and as a result he motivates his staff to perform to high standards. His negotiating skills are constantly tested
in his dealings with outside bodies. In this regard he has most ably represented the MPS. Director, New Scotland Yard
Graham is probably the foremost drugs fingerprint expert in the country & his skill & experience is in constant
demand in ‘the field’ & courts. His performance and that of his Section have been recognized & valued
well beyond the bounds of the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). I am also aware that saturation point was reached & thanks
to Mr. Ford’s leadership and skill, that his Section performed to the absolute limits of their considerable abilities. Head of Bureau New Scotland Yard
His unit has again broken records for results attained which together with the
respect he enjoys from his staff, peers and outside agencies give credence to the caliber of the man described justly, as
outstanding. Director, New Scotland Yard
The performance was exceptional & was achieved with no increase
in staffing compliment & other resources. It is no coincidence that following Mr. Ford’s criteria review, which
refocused his Team’s input to those cases which were likely to yield results of significance, that the Team continued
to perform above all reasonable expectations. His Team’s performance, also emphasize his leadership and ‘person’
management qualities in that he was clearly able to extract the maximum possible response from a highly motivated staff. Although
he has nurtured the Team from inception to an Operational Unit of enviable reputation, providing a ‘cradle to grave’
service, and recognized by Her Majesty’s Customs & Excise throughout the Country as the best. I have therefore no
hesitation in awarding an overall assessment of outstanding. Head of Bureau New Scotland Yard
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