Merseyside Police’s new chief constable has been officially chosen.
Rob Carden will take over as head of the region’s policing force in August when Serena Kennedy is set to officially retire following four years at the helm.
Carden, who is currently serving as chief constable at Cumbria Constabulary, was installed as the preferred choice of Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell.
The decision was referred to the Police and Crime Panel, which considered the appointment at a confirmation hearing on Monday and was unanimously approved.
“I am thrilled to have been appointed as the next Chief Constable of Merseyside Police,” said Carden.
“My father served Merseyside Police for over 33 years, and I was extremely proud to follow in his footsteps when I joined the organisation in 1992.
“To now be returning to the organisation as Chief Constable and to lead the organisation which has been such a big part of my family, is a genuine honour and privilege.
“Merseyside Police is already an outstanding organisation, which is rightly recognised as one of the best police services in the country.
“I am committed to building on Serena’s legacy and ensuring I lead a workforce which takes pride in delivering an excellent service to our communities, protecting those who are vulnerable, keeping our streets safe and ensuring offenders face justice.”