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Responsible for leading on all internal and external communications, including information sharing, strategic planning, external press releases, crisis comms and social media across all lines of business - shared services, business & industry, aviation and tech services

Sopra Steria

Strategic Communications LeadThe Trinity Challenge is a global coalition of members united by the common aim of using data and advanced analytics to develop insights and actions to contribute to a world better protected from health emergencies.

Consulting on media and corporate engagement for STEM Learning UK - the (not for profit) largest provider of education and careers support in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM). Working with schools, colleges and others who work with young people, across the UK.Supported by a unique partnership of Government, charitable trusts and employers, we are dedicated to raising young people's engagement and achievement in STEM subjects and careers. The vision of STEM Learning UK is to achieve a world-leading STEM education for all young people, across the UK.

I worked on a daily basis with the senior executive at an NHS Hospital Trust on all aspects of major incident response and generic communications, in the wake of the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. I facilitated TV crews from Sky News, Granada Reports, ITN, Channel 5 News and documentary production companies, within a highly sensitive hospital environment, to positively promote the outstanding work of the medical teams and all involved within the hospital communities. I acted in an advisory capacity, during a politically sensitive period, involving reconfiguration of emergency treatment facilities and levels of availability of PPE, in a pandemic crisis situation. I initially held the post during a period of transition, as a new incumbent Director came into post and we successfully worked together, to make this a smooth and highly productive period of time in the face of an unprecedented major incident. My consultancy role is now focused on developing the Trust website and online content with the communications team.

Consulting on police procedurals and crime

Consulting on PR, policing and crime issues in the UK.

Panorama is a BBC Television current affairs documentary programme. First broadcast in 1953, it is the world's longest-running current affairs television programme. Panorama has been presented by many well known BBC presenters, including Richard Dimbleby, Robin Day, David Dimbleby and Jeremy Vine. In 2014, it still retains a peak time transmission slot on BBC One, but without a regular presenter. Former Police Officer Chris Horrocks provides consultancy on all aspects of crime and police procedurals. The programme also airs worldwide through BBC World News on digital services, satellite and cable in many countries.

Newspaper Reviewer on BBC Radio Manchester live on the Breakfast ShowPR / Media Consultant on political and business features

I have provided information as a specialist advisor in criminal investigations, court proceedings and police procedure. I have advised on specialist food marketing techniques and social mediaChris is a force to be reckoned with. The first time we worked together was on research for a major storyline on ‘The Archers’, when I was immediately struck by his wide-reaching knowledge and his generosity in sharing that knowledge and his vast experience with me. The show later won an award for that storyline. Chris is astute, perceptive and quick-thinking, with the ability to grasp instantly the given circumstances and get right to the heart of the problem. And being solutions-oriented, resourceful and above all extremely creative, he can come up with a range of answers and then find the solutions that fit. He has the rare ability to adapt and utilise his skills in a range of environments, which is why he moves so effortlessly between business and the arts. Chris is warm, witty, great company and a man of integrity who makes working with him both easy and enjoyable.” Carole Solazzo, Scriptwriter, BBC The Archers

BBC Radio Manchester (GMR) Voiceover on BBC GMR Missing in Manchester series

Consultant on Public Relations, Media, and policing issues in the UK

Police procedurals

Original storylines for TV, Radio and Stage.'Seeds''Beyond the Arch''Street Rats'Doctors https://youtu.be/4_cjIvcRCeU?si=FaU4-9P09FU5MQkLThe ArchersAmbridge ExtraReviews of 'Seeds'I saw your play last night. It’s brilliant. I absolutely loved it. So clever, witty, charming, insightful and warm. It was great to see those important topics that aren’t touched on often enough these days. But more than that it was great to see them dealt with properly, intelligently and truthfully.Henry R SwindellBBC writersroom NorthI thought this was a great script. Nicely written. Simple structure with clever inventive use of dialogue deftly handling a complex issue with a light touch. Nice. It felt like an original voice which is exciting. A lovely piece of theatre and thankfully, I was unable to predict the outcome. Jo Joanna Blake Development Producer, Comedy North at BBCTaking us into the interval with a prayer is Seeds, written by Carole Solazzo from a story by Christy Horrocks and directed by Oldham Coliseum's artistic director Kevin Shaw. Steve Mitchell is Brendan, a seminarian who is to be ordained as a priest the next day. Mickey, in a lively performance by Alex Moran, can't understand the celibacy thing and bets him that if a girl offered herself to him, he wouldn't be able to turn her down.Mickey takes Brendan to a night club and hooks him up with pretty Natalie (Kimberley Hart-Simpson), and there is obviously a mutual attraction. Writer Solazzo cleverly layers on the reasons for Brendan not to reject her apart from libido, so how can he escape the situation to follow his vocation without hurting anyone?The basic premise is strong if not hugely original but it struggles to squeeze into the fifteen-minute format, resulting in some confusing jumps between short scenes and multi-role playing. This could be an interesting 40-minute TV drama where the pace could be relaxed enough for the drama to unfold more naturally.Review by David Chadderton

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Chris worked in Aberdeen in the core communications services offered by the longest established communications consultancy in the UK, Mearns & Gill. Providing a strategic communications modular plan to engage with both internal and external stakeholders, Chris and the Emergency Response team worked with clients to develop and evolve effective and efficient communication models. This role involved directly working with Paris, Houston and Aberdeen Head Offices. Chris is specialised in Emergency Response, PR and Media, providing integrated ER and Crisis Management services to clients in the energy and marine and other business sectors. Responding to the media on a 24/7 basis for non-routine situations and assisting clients in preparing for their response through complementary exercises and training programmes with Petrofac and other partner agencies.Clients included:ConocoPhillipsChevronBritanniaTAQAApacheTotalPremier OilMaersk FSPOHess

Documentary on the policing of drugs crime in inner city Manchester in the 1990's to present day

Gregory the Greenfield Giant published November 2014 http://saddind.co.uk/dovestone-inspires-stories-of-gregory-the-giant/Thank you to all the staff, parents and children of St Peter's Stalybridge for their much valued feedback and support..."Lovely morning at Dovestones with Y1&Y2 with Chris Horrocks telling the wonderful story of Gregory The Greenfield Giant"."Sorry to say that I hadn't actually read your book before Chris, but will be purchasing now, the kids loved it!""It really was a lovely morning, Gregory the Greenfield Giant is a great book Chris Horrocks, you really brought the book to life in its original setting and the kids loved it!""As my son missed the trip due to him not being well the book is going in his Christmas sack. I'm sure he will love it (although I'm really buying it for me) !!!!!" "It was a brilliant morning my husband even took the morning off work to hear all about Gregory the Greenfield Giant lolWell done Chris Horrocks xx""Greganory at it's best" "Any info of where to get the book Chris would be great. My little boy wouldnt sleep tonight he was too excited about the trip and talking about the story x""My little boy and my mum loved the trip! Thank you x""We went on a walk around Stalybridge, to find out what is in our local area, and visited Dove Stone Reservoir where we listened to the story of Gregory the Greenfield Giant! We then decorated maps of the area and the author of the story, Chris Horrocks, came to show us his story book. We had a great time!"Thank you for your very humbling comments. It was an absolute pleasure and the quality of work by the children this afternoon has been amazing. They plotted maps and created beautiful presentations. The staff were so welcoming and enthusiastic as ever. To all you great parents out there, your kids are stars.

Manager of six reports (Partnership Development Officers) across the Midlands area incorporating Midlands, Essex and East Anglia. Managing with Local Authorities and industry corporates negotiating and delivering government contracts. Liaising with DECC and DEFRA.

Trafford Missing Persons Coordinator Greater Manchester Police

Chris aka 'Radar' Horrocks was a serving Police Officer with Greater Manchester Police, experienced in several fields of specialist knowledge.