Specials
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I thought i start a new post !!! 1. what force are you with ? 2. how long you been a special ? 3. what are you looking to get out of being a special, are you looking to get in as PC ? 4. what internal courses does your force allow you to go on ?
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Hey! It's great to see you are considering a career as a Special, please see the below forum, written and managed by us (Association of Special Constabulary Officers) to see how we can help you in your journey through Policing! https://police.community/forum/1497-asco/ Thanks, ASCO Team.
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Hi all, Just a quick request for all new threads relating to PCSO recruitment to be placed in the 'PCSOs and Police Staff' area of the Forum which can be found here: http://www.policespecials.com/forum/index.php/forum/101-pcsos-and-police-staff/ This way all PCSO recruitment queries can be kept together and should prove useful for those seeking information about the role etc. I'll pin this up here to make everyone aware. Thanks all
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A former police inspector has been sacked after he said he contacted sex workers for job research, a police hearing has found. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cz9q03ng848o What a Discredit the police service🤨
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A Metropolitan Police Commander has been dismissed from the service for a second time for refusing to take a drugs test. https://news.met.police.uk/news/commander-dismissed-from-met-for-second-time-497955 Not good for the Met when a Commander for refusing to take a drugs test after being sacked before.🤔
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Hi everyone. I recently filled out my vetting form for special Constable. I did take time but two days later I realised I had 3 points for speeding 15 years ago. I had just completely forgot. What do I do now? Leave it or contact the recruitment team. my licence is clean now and I checked with dvla
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I'm in the vetting stage and was wondering if anyone had done their training at Marlowe House? Both Hendon and Marlowe House are about the same distance for me, though MH would be an easier commute. I'm guessing the Saturday/Sunday training weekends are quite intense - do many people stop over in the Premier Inn next door?
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Introduction In the United Kingdom, the Special Constabulary plays a vital and often underappreciated role in maintaining law and order. Comprising of dedicated volunteers who work alongside regular police officers, the Special Constabulary has a rich history, dating back over two centuries. This article explores the origins and evolution of the Special Constabulary, and how its members are utilized in today's dynamic world of policing. Origins and Historical Significance The origins of the Special Constabulary in the UK can be traced back to the early 19th century. In 1831, during the Swing Riots, a series of protests and uprisin…
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Hi guys I am a full time firefighter who has had enough of the repition at station and looking to apply as a special constable. I'd like to apply for the met as I live in London. Any thoughts or advice on the process?
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Hi everyone! I’m in the process of becoming a Special Constable and had my medical assessment today. I was surprised as after my hearing test it came back as HSE category 2, I’ve attached a photo of my results can anyone advise if this will affect my joining? The occupational doctor said it shouldn’t be something to worry about but as this is something I’ve always wanted to do I’m anxious about it!
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Hello all! I applied for a Special Constable role in May and have now gotten through to the vetting stage (I should receive the forms within the next few weeks). so I can prepare everything I need to declare can anyone explain the vetting process? What’s looked into and the general process for vetting Special Constables so I can make sure I disclose everything required?
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Hello. I am going through recruitment process for a Special with a HO force. A close relative has recently been arrested, bailed and released under investigation. No word yet on charges etc. Arrested by a different force to the one I am applying to. Vetting Dept have now said that their senior management has to look into it and will let me know of the result later. Will this affect my application? Thanks.
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Hi im going through the process got telephone interview wondering how hard it is and some pointers how old is to old to join would you say
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I've been a special for 14 years in Essex and in that time the only change to expenses has been to reduce the boot allowance from £40 per year to £50 per 3 years. The costs of living aren't what they were in 2007 and I'm looking to write to our command team to ask for them to be reviewed. Are the expenses paid to SC's set nationally or force by force? Thanks all, Steve
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Any London Specials, claiming Below, or maybe you dont know about it !!! Specials living within one of the London Boroughs or the City of London can receive a 50% rebate to the Greater London Authority (GLA) element of their Council Tax payment. This only applies to serving specials who have completed 200 hours of operational service within 12 months at the required standard and aren't subject to any kind of disciplinary process.
