ACC Andrew Gould, who has more than 27 years of police service in a variety of roles primarily specialising in organised crime and counter terrorism, took up the role officially last week.

He transferred from City of London Police and previously led the national cybercrime team in the city for the National Police Chief’s Council.

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He was responsible for the police response to cybercrime at the national, regional and local level, including overseeing the operational activity of regional and force cybercrime units and supporting the response to major national cyber incidents. 

The new assistant chief constable has also led on the development of effective police capability on the dark web and in cryptocurrency, and is a global cybercrime expert for Interpol.

Before this he led the Metropolitan Police’s cyber crime unit.

Prior to cyber crime, Mr Gould worked in the counter terrorism command in the Metropolitan Police, including as a CT Senior Investigating Officer (CT SIO) leading investigations and operations in the UK and overseas. 

Following the murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby in 2013 he led the manhunt for the rest of the network to prevent further attacks.

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On starting his new role Mr Gould, said: “It is a real privilege to be joining Thames Valley Police and to be leading the South East region for Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime.

“I am looking forward to working with our highly capable and dedicated specialist teams across the region, who I know are working tirelessly to keep our communities safe.

“I am excited to get started and will continue the already very strong relationships that have been built across the Thames Valley, Hampshire and the Isle of White, Surrey,  Sussex and Kent, as well as with national partners, in our mission to target and stop those who seek to engage in serious and organised crime or terrorism.”

The reality TV star even left fans thinking she was quitting the show as she said the famous words (“I’m a celebrity, get me out of here”) that allow a celebrity to communicate with the production team, telling them they want to leave the show.

Redknapp told the celebrities that they all had to take part in a late-night challenge titled “prison of hell” just moments after they returned to camp after completing another task during Friday night’s episode.

Disclaimer: The video of the prank below contains some strong language.

Gemma Collins left in tears after Harry Redknapp’s prank

The show, which is an all-star spin-off of the original and is set in South Africa, saw Collins declare: “I’m a celebrity, get me out of here.

“I’m done. I can’t do any more.”

The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) star wiped tears from her eyes and held her head in her hands, as campmate Scarlett Moffatt looked on in shock.

It’s not the first time Collins has struggled in the camp, as she also broke down on Wednesday night’s show and confided in former Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas, as she said: “I don’t think I can take it.”

After pranking the camp, Redknapp then told the campmates that he had been joking and that there was no challenge after all.

“That was right up my street,” a delighted-looking Redknapp said.

“A proper wind-up. They fell for it hook, line and sinker.

“Oh, it worked a treat.”

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Collins explained that a prison task would have sent her over the edge.

“To me, it was claustrophobic.

“I would just have to say them fateful words,” she said.

Fans of the show reacted to the clip on Instagram, with one saying: “Nice one Harry 😂😂😂”.

Someone else commented: “You done nearly gave me a heart attack!

“So glad she is staying 💖💖 hang in there Gem!! Xx”.

This person said: “💯 Harry that was funny as!😂

“A real proper wind up.”

Others thought the prank from Harry was unfair: “Harry, that was very mean.

“Poor Gemma 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭”.

This person said: “Think it was a bit harsh harry”.

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The episode also saw Collins open up about her views on body image, telling Moffatt: “We’re under scrutiny all the time, and I never used to worry about it, but because everyone goes on about body image, this, that and the other, you then become like thinking you’re disgusting and ugly every day.

“Because of all the pressure and, you know, people saying horrible things.

“And actually, I’m just alright as I am.”

Collins later added: “This is me.

“I get sick of it – this diet, that diet, this pen, that pen.

“You know, at the end of the day, I think we’ve just got to accept all of us come in different shapes and sizes, and we can all be beautiful in our own way.

“It’s really what’s in your heart.”

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Friday night’s show, which was filmed on Pussycat Doll Ashley James’ birthday, also saw Olympic running champion Sir Mo Farah win 10 stars for the celebrities in a task that saw him have to crawl through and dig in containers full of snakes, insects, and even a crocodile.

The celebrities then had to take part in an evening task, which saw them balance a ball in front of them for as long as they could, with the other campmates eventually allowing James to win it as it was her birthday.

I’m A Celebrity… South Africa is on at 9pm on weekdays on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.

The Government’s latest reforms to workplace pensions have cleared the Commons, with a controversial power to influence where pension funds invest reinstated after being removed by peers.

At the centre of the dispute is a so-called “mandation” power, which could allow ministers to push pension schemes to invest in UK projects.

Critics say this risks political interference in people’s retirement savings.

But the Government insists it is only a backup power to improve returns for savers.

Work and pensions minister Torsten Bell told MPs the policy is about boosting outcomes.

He said the power has “one purpose, supporting better outcomes for savers”.

He added the pensions industry has been held back by an over-focus on costs, saying: “Giving the industry certainty that they can do what is in savers’ interest… is the only purpose of the reserve power.”

Critics warn of risks to pensions

Opposition MPs and peers raised alarm over the plans.

Steve Darling said: “Mandation is the dead hand of government on growth for people’s pensions.”

He warned: “We fear that going ahead with this would be feckless and dangerous for our pensioners.”

Meanwhile, Helen Whately claimed forcing funds to invest in certain areas could backfire.

She said it “risks lowering returns for savers and therefore their future incomes”.

Government hits back at ‘scaremongering’

Labour MP Debbie Abrahams dismissed the criticism as “dangerous scaremongering”.

Torsten Bell also accused opponents of hypocrisy, claiming some had privately supported the plans.

What the reforms actually mean

The wider pension reforms aim to:

• Help savers get better returns
• Make it easier to track and manage pension pots
• Improve information about retirement options
• Encourage investment that supports the UK economy

They mainly affect people in defined contribution pensions, where your retirement income depends on how investments perform.

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The UK pensions market holds trillions of pounds in savings.

Any change to how that money is invested could have a direct impact on:

• Your retirement income
• Pension growth over time
• Where your money is invested

Next steps for pension reform

The bill will now return to the House of Lords as the back-and-forth process continues before it can become law.

MPs say the reforms could boost pensions and strengthen the economy. Critics warn they could do the opposite.

For savers, the outcome could shape how your pension grows for decades – and who ultimately decides where your money is invested.