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Can anyone tell me once I've sent my application how long do I have to wait to hear if I've been successful??

Hello, I'm currently filling in my medical questionnaire and I'm a bit confused by one question - I think I know but I'm just double checking before I write it down! With regards to alcohol consumption, I need to put down how many units I consume on average per week. I don't drink at all normally during the week but if it is a friends birthday I'll go out and have a few to celebrate. Can someone shed some light on how I work this out correctly? For example, let's say you drank once every 3 months would it be, units divided by 12 = weekly consumption? Thanks

Hi All, Just after some advice before I submit an application to Northumbria. Is the training over a two week full period or split up into monday nights for example and occasional weekends? Cheers for any info.

Hi, I've completed and passed my day two assessment and have been waiting for confirmation of my background check. I've just received an email with training dates, asking me to confirm which ones I want to do and all the dates start in literally a matter of a few weeks (mid May/early June). I haven't actually had confirmation that I've passed my checks, though. I've tried calling to confirm, but no luck getting through. Does this mean I've passed, or could I still fail the checks? The website says this: "Congratulations, we are delighted to inform you that you have made it through the Metropolitan Police special constable selection process. Subject to security checks, y…

Just a quick one....are you issued boots or do you need to buy them? If so where and how much?

Just wondering has anybody from BTP yet?

I got reprimanded for assault when I was about 14/15, I've just applied for Northampton police and told them I had been reprimanded. Would this affect me getting through? (I'm 19 by the way.)

Saw an advert in the York Press a few minutes ago about North Yorkshire Police kicking off a recruitment drive from 17:00hrs today, closing date is 8th May 17:00hrs. They're looking for 60 Officers but the downside is they have dropped the salary to £19k on appoinment and £23k during probation. Link http://www.northyorkshire.police.uk/pc

Hi everyone, I have my first training on 2/5/13 and can't wait to get started. I have my uniform and have been informed that this is what should be worn to training, what does this cover though? I would assume- boots, trouser, police top, fleece (if cold) and cap. Please could anyone confirm this or let me know otherwise. It's Hampshire by the way Cheers

Hi, I had a vetting interview on Wednesday for Surrey Police (PSO) and have just been told all my checks have been cleared so Im now onto the next step - which I assume will be the medical. Now I have something else to worry about! I am a physically fit - I go to Muay Thai classes 2-3 times a week, dont smoke and rarely drink but I know there's going to be a few things crop up on my medical records. Towards the end of last year, I was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis in my right hand due to repetitive strain from using a computer mouse! However, this is now pretty much sorted due to good old glucosamine tablets. The other main issue is depression. I was referred to couns…

Hi everyone, I had my first ever police A/C yesterday for Herts Constab, and I just want to say that, regardless of the result, this website and this forum provided invaluable information and support, and because of it I know I performed to the best of my ability. Whether that is good enough or not, I will just have to wait, but PoliceSpecials,com is a great place for great info. Thanks! Tuks

Hey all, Got an email a few weeks back saying Ive gotten through to the assessment centre and its sometime in June maybe? Just wondering what up todate books are worth buying? as there are some which were published in 2007 and even earlier. Also has anyone been on or would the recommend these course's run by places like 'talkingblues'? Cheers all

Sorry all! Had the interview, medical and a letter asking me which course I would like to attend as long as I pass vetting, so all going well. Vetting is my worry! I have a squeaky clean record have never had any dealings with police (only when the office has been broken into!), not even a speeding fine. I have a gym partner (known since school) who was recently arrested for many offences (quite serious) and is on bail. I was unaware of what he was up to in his own time if he did the things or not he never spoke to me and I never had anything to do with the others who were arrested with him. He was ashamed to tell me what had happened and his wife told me. But from …

Hi all, I have received my Medical Questionnaire booklet and am curious as to whether anybody knows what level is deemed as too much sickness. The force in question is North Wales. I have been able to find the accepted absence for various other forces' but unfortunately cannot for the life of me find anything on NWP. Any input would be appreciated Regards

Hi all, I'm wanting to go to my local station tomorrow to Do some of the required e-learning, they have said I'm fine to do so, but what should I be wearing? Would it be just my usual clothes or would I need to wear my uniform trousers and top? Also when doing elearning, do these hours need to be logged? Thanks