Police Scotland

Hi people, quick question for use. Does anyone know if Tayside Police do ride alongs? I've read about other forces that do them and they seem really interesting and would be a great experience.

Hey guys Well done to every one tonight! All training has paid off now and its a case of gettin out! Not so good for some of us who have to yet get our stabvests, which lookes likely to be after crimbo. I just want out! boo hoo! haha! See those at Western on Monday for induction

Stuck this over in the news section too.... The Queen's Police Medal has been awarded to Robert Ballantyne of Grampian Police. Biographies Robert Ballantyne, 61, joined Grampian Police as a Special Constable in 1981. He worked as a Radiation Safety Officer within the RAF before his retirement and currently runs his own small business. Widely known and respected in the community, his commitment to making it a safer place is outstanding. Mr Ballantyne takes part in a number of activities, including presentations on crime reduction to local community groups, mentoring new special constables in the area, proposing new cost effective recruitment methods and regularly prov…

Just joined earlier today, can see from previous posts that a few are already on. I'm enjoying the course but just really looking forward to getting it all done and dusted and be out on the streets. Is everyone else in the same boat? Or does anyone have any worries about it? The only thing i'm apprehensive about is regularly meeting familiar faces out whilst on duty and getting stick or serious hassle when both ON and OFF duty. I suppose this is part and parcel of the job. Current specials - it would be great to get some feedback regarding my issue or if you could share some stories, info or advice. Not long to go now Roll On December John

can anyone tell me what the max BMI for specials is

Practicals today were so good, and so much fun. The domestic Abuse set up was so well done! Hope you all had good day! I sure did K x

As i'm sure most forces do, CSP deploys officers into a pro active retail crime role in the run up to christmas. Any SC's interested in working in Stirling on this? Hi-viz pro active patrols, possibility for plain clothes etc.

Hey guys, got my offer of appointment through today for the 10th of November. Anybody else starting then?

Hi all, Martin here. I'm a 24 year old teacher from Glasgow and I am considering joining the force as a special. I hope a few people will be able to answer my questions. Cheers in advance. 1. When is the latest I could apply for entry in March '09? (the next intake I believe) 2. In terms of training, am I required to take time off work or is ALL training either weekends or evenings? 3. Is all training at Jackton or will I be required to attend the police college too? 4. With regard to community policing, I noticed that the Strathclyde website states that recruits usually work in the area they live in. Personally, I'd rather work in a different area a good distance aw…

Hi, this might be a bit of a repeat, but a while back there was a topic on the forum about the bleep test and in this topic there was a link to where we could download the sound file of the test. I lost my copy and was hoping someone could link me asap. Thanks alot.

Hi guys, just in background checks at the moment. i know this has been probably asked loads before but wanting to get prepared for final interview and any help or questions that may be asked would be a great help. Thought the first interview was bad guessing this will be worse but really want to prepare myself for anysituation. Anyone out there just had theres??? :D :D kim

Hey all, well i'v passed my set tests, physical, initial interview, and now my vetting it was a 7 week wait for my vetting to get done, i was getting anxious, had a problem with a referee getting back to them, but they phoned me up yesterday to let me know my interview was tomorrow lol, no letter or anything they said they had a cancellation and they could fit me in so i'v been relearning all my stuff for tomorrow, at Jackton, and also swatting up on extra stuff. down at the local office today etc finding out about local initiatives etc incase they ask i'v read the posts on here about final interviews and there was plenty stuff in there so this isn't another one of …

Hey all, I work shift work and some days i dont start work til 4pm, i was just wondering if there was anyone out there that polices during the day? I have only heard about specials working at night but surely we are allowed to do more than nocturnal activities? Can we??? Any ideas?

Hi Guys, This forum is so much help, really enjoyed hearing other peoples views. Well i had my initial interview on the 2nd of october and im extremely nervous about it, i got such a grilling it was so tense. Glad to see other people agreed but did anyone else come out convinced they hadnt got through?? anyhoo, i still havnt heard anything back and thats been about 2 weeks. Im wondering if this is normal as heard mixed reports. some people say it went straight into the vetting check and then heard back. Hope some one can help Kimxxx :D

Are special constables now allowed to drive the cars , if so is there any specific do's and donts