Essex Police Museum Essex Police Museum

Advancements in technology have provided us with a whole host of new investigation techniques. 

We explain the subtle differences in Officers' uniform that signify rank and awarded medals. 

In 1997 a central information room was built to make force communications much more efficient. 

Advancements in technology have revolutionised Police communication.

Did you know Southend-On-Sea used to have it's own police force? Hear about the origins of the Force and find out why it no longer exists.

We take a look at policing in Southend during the Victorian era.