City of London Police

I know City of London Police have AFO's who do ARV duties and what not but I was wondering if they have a specialist firearms officer capability, or do they get the Metropolitan Police to cover that area of firearms.

Hi all I'm debating whether to transfer to COLP but given the small area I'm not sure whether it will be busy enough. Can anyone advise me on what's it's like to work there? Are there long periods where nothing happens and your left twiddling your thumbs? Is it busy enough during the night to be proactive? Any responses would be greatly appreciated.

Morning all Many of us may be aware of the degree of pomp and circumstance surrounding the Met's passing out for regulars - but what happens with the City of London officers? I'm curious as to what the day entails - as well as whether family can attend, etc. Thanks

The City of London Police are recruiting new Special Constables: http://www.cityoflondon.police.uk/careers/current-vacancies/Pages/Special-Constables-Recruitment-Campaign.aspx The closing date is 4 September 2015, with Assessment Centres in mid-October and training starting in February 2016. The application form, eligibility criteria and an "FAQs" document are available at the above link. Good luck to all applying!

A friend of mine is interested in joining the City police but it looks like they're not recruiting currently. It doesn't say it explicitly on their website, in fact from the look of it you'd think they are recruiting PC's right now, but it's missing an "apply now!!!" button/similar. Anyone know how often they recruit? Or if they're going to start any time soon?

Hi all, I'm a serving Met MSC, transferring to City Police. Only thing holding me back is my colour vision test, I've done the basic colour test (pictures of dots and you've got to figure out what number / letter is hidden) which I've failed. There is a second test, the Farnsworth D-15 test, but this test is not very common and the only place I could find that does this test does it for £44. Question is, do I invest the £44 and go for the test - I assume I won't get this back as an expense? Can anyone advise please.

13 City of London specials will be taking over the force's Twitter account tonight from 1900 for Night Time Economy patrols, tweeting with the #CitySpecials hashtag. Should be interesting! https://www.cityoflondon.police.uk/news-and-appeals/campaigns-and-initiatives/twitteronthebeat/Pages/Twitter-on-the-beat---Specials.aspx

Hello All, as the City of london police (Specials) changed there rank insignia ?? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Police_ranks_of_the_United_Kingdom#City_of_London_Special_Constabulary

GOOD LUCK FOR ANYONE APPLYING ------------------------------------------------------------------ Special Constables Police the most valuable square mile in the world Learn new skills and gain experience that will develop you as a person and enhance your career Get real role satisfaction in probably the most forward-thinking and capable Special Constabulary in the Country The City of London is one of the world’s leading international finance and business centres and enjoys security, crime prevention and detection provided by its own dedicated police force, the City of London Police. Alongside the force’s local responsibilities, we are also the National Lead Force …

what travel do city police specials get? the same as the msc?

Hi all, I have been a serving SC for just over 2 years and I am now looking at the possibility of a transfer to CoLP. My day job is working in the city and is usually an 8-5 job so it leaves me with the usual Thu/Fri evenings which I understand are the busiest shifts for the City's Specials. I am keen to hear a bit about what other Specials who work for City Police think, and also how they arrange travel back home in the early hours after the trains have stopped working. Also, if anyone could provide me with a recruitment telephone number and e-mail address that would be great! Thanks for your help.

The City of London Police are recruiting transferee Specials at the ranks of Special Constable, Special Sergeant and Special Inspector: https://www.cityoflondon.police.uk/careers/current-vacancies/Pages/Special-Constabulary-Recruitment.aspx The vacancies are in the Uniformed Policing Directorate, which is embarking on an expansion programme, and officers would be performing response duties. Applicants must have Independent Patrol Status and be meeting their duty expectations. Vacancies at the ranks of Special Sergeant and Special Inspector are open to officers holding the same or equivalent rank, and are subject to applicants passing the City's Specials promotion …

Anyone applied for the recent transfer DC's to the city? Anyone had an update?

See http://www.cityoflondon.police.uk/careers/current-vacancies/Pages/Special-constables.aspx Closing Date: 29/09/2014 05:00 PM A great police force and I had the pleasure of meeting some CoLP SC officers last year and went out on a ride-along. Good luck for anyone applying.

Hi all Does anyone know if COLP will be recruiting again this year or next year, the website says recruitment now closed and will reopen in the spring of 2014? Is this just a typing error as i feeel it is a little close to the first redruitment drive!! Any info would be much appreciated.