Cumbria Constabulary

Received my appointment letter today. Start on the 30th Sept for induction with an over night stay as 1st days training is the 1st Oct. Getting kit issued next tuesday :-D

Good luck to all who have there medical and fitness test tomorrow.... Hope to see you on the 30th for training . Wrighty

just wondering if anyone on here is going to be joining me for tomorows assesment centre outing?

Finally had my letter through regarding medical and fitness test at Carlton hall 9th sept. Anyone else had there letter :-)... Its going to be another long 5 weeks, lol.

i have been reading on some of the other forums on here and some suggest that you have to have a bellow 30 BMI. is this correct for the cumbria force?

just thought id let you guys and gals know that cumbria univesity are holding open days at the end of september and the begining of october. iv just booked myself in for a chat with the people who are running the criminology, investigation and policing undergraduate degree.

i was just wondering iof anyone has been advised that they missed the september assesment centre and have been put on the october assesment instead.? ( date to be confirmed)

I recieved a letter on the 19th July 2011 saying I have been concidered for further selection and I would recieve a letter shortly detailing a date to go to the assessment centre. The next induction day is on the 30th September 2011. Any ideas on how long I will be waiting, and will I be in this intake or the next one? To anyone that replies, thank you for your time. M J Morris.

Hi All, I am about to start a contract in Barrow and will have to find temp digs in the area. I live in Berkshire, and don't know the area at all! Please can you give me an idea of which areas I should avoid, and which ones are safe? I noticed that the majority of property is terraced, so are there problems with on street parking, TFMV etc? Thanks All

Hi, I have received my letter to start my specials training in July. Just wondered who else has and if anybody has any advice on what to expect. Thanks

A brand new BBC3 documentary series is looking for serving and retired police officers to tell us about the funniest and strangest things that have happened to them during their career. We’d like to hear about: • The daftest or most incompetent criminals you’ve ever encountered. • The funniest thing that ever happened to you during your time on the force. If you are interested in taking part, please contact us so that we can tell you a bit more about the show. We’d also love to hear your stories. Our programme will provide an insight into best practices, celebrate the achievements of the police and convey a strong central message: Crime doesn’t pay and …

received my medical forms this morning. so hopefully ill get a date for the medical soon quick question though, how much does an eye sight test cost. haven't had one in 10 years, so does that mean i qualify for it done through the nhs?? or will i have to pay for private? cheers

On Tuesday 14th June, fifteen Cumbria North Specials were presented with certificates for performing over 400 hours of duty between April 2010 and March 2011. 200 hours per year is the minimum requirement and the certificates presented by the Chief Superintendent are recognition for the additional effort and commitment to Cumbria Constabulary and the community. In total, the fifteen officers had completed just over 10,000 hours between them. A fantastic achievement, well done to all concerned. Specials Ch Insp - North Cumbria

Big thanks to all Specials who have worked at Appleby Fair this year. Over 500 hours were volunteered for a range of duties and shifts. This is a major event for Cumbria and is reliant on the specials for providing extra and vital resource. Also, many thanks to those Specials who worked in local areas. Your contribution is also valued because local teams are stretched when officers are on duty at the Fair. From the press reports, the Fair appears to have gone well this year with a reduction in arrests. Thanks everyone S/Ch Insp - North BCU

Hey i have got my assessment centre coming up soon, hopefully will get the exact date in the next few days. Was wondering if anyone was still posting on here and could give me some hints and tips about the assessment centre