New Member Introductions

Hi everyone. Long time lurker, first time poster! Happy to say that I am well on my way to being a Special in Scotland - initial training days set for October, getting sworn in beginning November! A lot of good info taken from this website has helped over the last few months, hoping it continues! Andy

Hello, I'd like to introduce myself, my name is Richard and I am a full time student at Basingstoke College of Technology. I am currently studying a course named Uniformed Public Services to become a police officer when I become 19 years of age. I have recently finished a First Diploma in the course, where I finished with the grade Distinction*. TheSmith and I we're the first two individuals to finish the course at BCOT (Basingstoke College of Technology) with the grade. Alongside this I achieved a Academic award and Key Skills Qualifications in Application of Number and Communication. I am now doing a National Diploma the equivalent to A levels. I aim to finish this…

Hi all I'm a 25yr old chick from New Zealand.. yes, I'm taking advantage of your UK forum as I haven't managed to find a NZ based one yet! I'm currently in the Hospo industry, and aspiring to join the NZ police force I've started my fitness training altho I reached a bit of a go-slow a few weeks back but am KEEN as to get back into it, and I'm slowly working my way through the other pre-requisites. Be good to swap stories and ideas etc with some others in the same boat I recently spent 1.5yrs in the UK, the bulk of it in Cambridge and I have to say its a gorgeous place :)

hi to all that read, My name is steve and have recently gone back on duty as a merseyside police specical after being out for 2 years over in the wirral. Im looking for any advice on routine foot patrols especially in the dreaded use of the airwaves, and performing stop searches etc... thanks for any advice im sure ill hav more questions

Hi there every one, new to the board, been told about it by a friend. and what I've read so far it seems it is a very useful tool, for those who are pursuing a career in the Police force, As I am myself. About to under take the Assessment center and would be grateful for any advice.

Hi there, i've been reading this forum now for about two weeks so throught it was about time i introduced myself as i,m going to go for west merica as soon as are recuiting (been told end oct, beginning nov).My name's Jeff i'm 39 yrs old married with 4 kids (2 from pre marriage,ex couldn't cope and now my wife is a better mom to them).And before you say it ,no is isn't some mid life cricis thing i've thought about this long and hard,and i want to help make my county safer for not just my children but for others as well,i'm hoping that this forum, from what i've seen, will be very helpful towards me joining the force.

Just mooching after following a link from another forum, thought I'd register as there seems to be plenty to discuss Not a Police occifer, but I have a few mates that are.

Hi All, I'm a civvie with the Met with 13 years in and hoping to escape the Met for a slightly quieter rat race in Lancashire!!! Nice to meet you all!

Hey everyone my name is Paul and I'm 17 years old and currently studying at BCOT in Basingstoke, Hampshire. I am studying Public Services into becoming a Police Officer when I leave college at the age of 19. I've finished a First Diploma with a Distinction * grade of 106 points, now I'm onto a National Diploma in Public Services to aim for the same height of Distinction Level. (Which is equivilant to 3 A Levels) I've always wanted to be in the police service and I am taking regular visits to the Gym to get my fitness levels up and I don't drink, smoke or take drug substances so I am overall very healthy. The only thing I'm concerned with is my Key Skill Maths, I got a…

hi everyone, im 18 and from essex and i am in the process of wanting to become a police officer in the MET. i sent my application off and it was accepted in April but i have not heard anything since. i think i should get a letter next to give me my assesment day date. i hope they havent forgotten about me i know a few people who are in the MET or are PCSO's and have give me some advice about the assesment day but it sounds very scary and nerve racking! im really excited becuase its what ive always wated to do bt at the same time very nevous about the long process! if anyone has got any tips they would be much appreciated!!! thanks abskie x

Hi all, The names Gareth aka Gazz. Been in the PSNI for about 5 years now having left the forces in 2000 after setting up shop with a local girl. Currently a tactical support Officer specializing in public order,search and anti terrorist ops. Don't want to say anymore just yet as you never know who's looking, (hehe). See ya on the forums.

I have got my 2nd fitness test in two weeks after failing on the push/pull last time. I have trained really hard and can push 38kg and pull 45kg in the gym however when i practice on the dyno machine i can only reach 30-33kg. I am baffled as to why as i obviously have the strength to do it. Can anyone offer any advice??

Hi all my name's Krista and i'm in the process of recruitment for Northumbria to be a CSO. i've passed the paper sift and assessment and am waiting to hear about my vetting checks. i'm a little worried/nervous that i won't get any further because i'm REALLY motivated to do this job. anyhoo anyone else form Northumbria police CSO or otherwise, or even anyone going through the same process as me??

hi everyone first time on here so thought i would introduce myself.

Hey everyone, My name is mark and ive just passed my Assesment Centre. Ive got an interview on october the 14th. My partner mentioned the people on this forum may be able to shed some insight into what to expect, so ill ask in the relevent part. Looking forward to picking your brains. Mark