Discover the hidden costs of alcohol from a police perspective in this eye-opening episode of The Big Drink Rethink. Join host Anna Donaghey as she explores the profound societal impacts of alcohol consumption with retired Chief Superintendent, Maria Fox. Learn about the staggering statistics, the operational challenges for police, and Maria’s personal journey to transform the drinking culture within the force. Don’t miss this compelling discussion and the insights that could reshape your understanding of alcohol's pervasive influence on society.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

05:35 Delayed statements hinder resource allocation and services.

06:26 Deaths in custody are a major concern, as custody staff have a duty of care to individuals who can't monitor themselves.

09:30 Night-time economy impacts crime and resource allocation.

13:31 Alcohol impacts society; everyone bears the personal and economic costs.

18:22 Education and awareness about alcohol needed.

20:49 Investigations delayed by unfit interview scenarios, frustrating.

28:59 Detective bravado, being stressed led to frequent drinking.

32:33 Retired officers face increased post-service drinking.

33:19 Habits form the brain pathways and are difficult to break.

40:35 Used “This Naked Mind” to overcome personal burnout.

46:14 Leaders must lead by example to inspire change.

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About the host Anna:

Anna is a certified Alcohol Mindset Coach, trained by Annie Grace of This Naked Mind. Drawing on her own journey out of alcohol addiction, she now helps others explore and control their drinking. With a career spanning 25 years as a Strategist in the Advertising industry, she combines her own lived experiences, with great insight into what makes us tick and what influences us to behave the way we do.

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Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

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About Maria Fox:

Maria Fox has recently retired from her final role as Chief Superintendent in Derbyshire Constabulary. She began her career in Greater Manchester Police in 1994 after completing a Theology degree at the University of Manchester. She subsequently worked in West Midlands Police and has been a senior leader since 2003. Her policing experience and leadership spans detective, and uniform policing roles at every rank and as a senior leaders she also worked in CTP policing. Maria is also a trained and certified coach with This Naked Mind and took responsibility for the