Divisions
The force is split into eight divisions, six geographical and two based at the Force HQ at Hutton. However, the split is approximate, and divisions are deliberately vague, giving a seamless approach to policing in the Lancashire area. The geographical divisions and their headquarters are as follows:
- Western (A Division)
- The headquarters are in Blackpool from where this division is responsible for the Fylde area stretching from Bispham down to Kirkham.
- Northern (B Division)
- The headquarters are in Lancaster it is also assigned with the policing of Morecambe, Heysham and the Wyre area.
- Southern (C Division)
- The headquarters are in Leyland from where this division polices the South Ribble, Chorley and West Lancashire areas.
- Central (D Division)
- This division is primarily assigned to police the City of Preston.
- Eastern (E Division)
- Primarily assigned to Police the Blackburn with Darwen, Ribble Valley and Accrington areas.
- Pennine (F Division)
- Assigned to Police the Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale areas.
- G Division
- Headquarters; encompassing the Force Intelligence Department (F.I.D), Serious Organised Crime Unit (S.O.C.U) & Special Branch (S.B).
- H Division
- Operations Support and Operations Planning. Encompasses Motorway, Armed Response, Air Support, Mounted and various other functions.
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