Part-time PC wins award

A MAN who juggles two roles – as a police officer and as a bar and restaurant manager – has received a top award for his work throughout the summer riots.
Philip Marczak, 26, is both a food and beverage manager at the Ramada Encore Warrington hotel, and a Special Constabulary inspector with Greater Manchester Police.
He was recently awarded a Divisional Commander’s Commendation. It recognised his work in policing the streets of Manchester every night for a week during the riots, working with a team of police officers to ensure public safety.
Hotel general manager Heather Hamilton said: “We have always been very proud of Philip’s role as a Special Constabulary inspector and fully support him in any way we can. We are delighted that his hard work has been recognised with this Commendation.”
In 2006 Philip was named Special Constable of the Year in for his work helping the Hindley Neighbourhood Team and his policing support in Wigan town centre. He currently manages 45 special constables and nine special sergeants.
He said: “People are always surprised when I tell them about my two different roles but they are not as different as you might think.
“The leadership skills I have gained as a Special Constabulary Inspector have helped me in my role as food and beverage manager to lead my team and deal with difficult situations.”
Pictured: Philip Marczak outside the hotel with general manager Heather Hamilton.