Religious & Spiritual Beliefs at Avon and Somerset Police

Many of our locations offer multi-faith reflection spaces – ensuring welcoming environments for colleagues who wish to pray, meditate, or take time for quiet reflection during the working day.

We recognise that religious and cultural diversity enriches our workplace. By supporting the observance of significant faith festivals and practices, we not only reflect the communities we serve but also foster a culture of respect, understanding, and inclusion. This diversity of belief and thought strengthens our teams and helps create a more compassionate and connected organisation.

• We are committed to workplace inclusion and creating a fair and inclusive place of work
• We encourage colleagues to feel confident to bring all parts of themselves to work
• We encourage discussions where employees feel safe to share their faith at work and recognise the benefits of religious diversity
• We understand the need to be sensitive to religious practices

Employees also have access to supportive and active associations including:

• Association of Muslim Police
• Christian Police Association
• Pagan Police Association (PPA)