Chaplains across the county have been moved, like so many by the situation in the Ukraine and have been finding ways of responding and helping the officers and staff they care for, respond.

Minutes silences have been held, short services have taken place and peace vigils kept.

Chaplain George Hadley  - Bedfordshire Lead Police Chaplain reflected in a message to his colleagues:

"The scale of the issue may feel overwhelming to us as the daily news bulletins show the situation in graphic detail, with so many harrowing personal stories of those caught at the centre of this what is a war against humanity. It is making many people feel afraid for the future and feel powerless to bring this humanitarian crisis to an end...

We pray that all involved, be granted wisdom and compassion for the people throughout the whole region and that the leaders clearly understand that there are no winners in this conflict and all humanity ultimately will lose, so please step back.