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Hi there. I had my medical the week before Christmas and presumably I passed as the doctor was emailing employment to tell them I was fit to work. He shook my hand as I left and wished me well in the job so I think it's all good! I received a letter prior to the medical telling me to be available for an induction at the end of January. I'd like to hand my notice in at work quite soon but should I wait for something formally in writing? Should I receive something soon with more information? Thanks in advance

just got my results and i'm gutted. 61% overall but 22% for written. I've a military policeman and have been writing reports/statements for 12 years. Can only think i would have been my handwriting. gutted. Only got 3 D's. unfortunately 2 of them were for written communication. Where do i go from here?

I'm doing my aptitude test and interview for a specials role for Glos police soon. Do they ask the same questions in my interview as they would for a constable role. What sort of questions is there going to be? any websites that i can find the questions and possible answers. Getting a little stressed now as i have a week to go and havent done much preparation and info tips greatly appreciated.

Hello all, Just a quick query, more of a scenario really. Joe Blogs has just been pulled over for having a break light out. Police officer gives him a £30 FPN and sets him on his way. Joe Bloggs is currently in the recruitment process for the Police Would this affect Joe Blogg's chances of getting in the job? (some forces say that candidates should have not FPN's) This has not happened to me, just curious as this is easily done. I also know that someone will answer "force specific", but has anyone had any first hand experience/ knowledge of this? Thank you.

Hello all, Just a quick one... Wondered if the Police offered sabbaticals? At a later date I would love to take a year out to complete a masters degree. Any help much appreciated, Mark

I have applied elsewhere and have told them I'm pregnant (we have no family where we currently are) but just wondered if anyone on heres done it before? Are they likely to find a reason not to take me or will I tick the 'box'... Also any ideas about the maternity pay if I transfer...? I know it's only 3 months anyway but wondered if I'll still get SMP after. Also, am I mad?!!

Hi Guys I see the minimum in Scottish Forces is 70Kg for push pull. Is it the same in England? Also, when u talk about 5,4 on the bleep test. Is that 5.4 minutes? or how is it calculated. Thanks Simon

Hi all, Just a quick question regarding the immunisations part of the medical questionnaire: if I can't remember if or when I've had any, do I annwer "no" to them? Or am I expected to find this out and provide Occupational Health with specifics? I do remember having a few immunisations in high school and at least one in college, but I have no idea whether that was for polio, hepatitis, etc. I'm thinking of asking the doctor if he has anything on file for me but I doubt he'd have much, since I've moved a few times over the years. I'd appreciate any info you could provide. Thanks :wink:

Hi everyone, It seemed to all go quiet for the Kent recruitment over the last few months but a few days before christmas, i received my Fitness/Medical date for the 20th Jan!!! Did anyone else hear anything??

hey all, I sent away my application form on 2nd December 09 and recieved a letter informing of the entrance test on the 9th December, was wondering how long does it normally take for a date to become available to do the tests? After reading a few posts on here I saw a lot of people mentioning studying, was wondering what material you are using? I thought it would be more common sense as in you either know it or you don't, kinda got me a bit worried!!

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Has anyone juggled a new born baby with starting training? If so how have you found it? I am due to be a Dad for the 1st time in February - I was offered a short notice start date this morning for the same month but decided to turn it down for this reason. Recruitment were fine about it and agreed it was probably the best decision, they said I will be on the next in take a few months after. If it had been take it or leave it obviously I would have taken it. I already work for the force in a support staff role. I just wanted to know if anyone has had, or will have a similar experience. Thanks & Happy Xmas.

Hi, I have to attend a assessment soon, it is only for a small role, clerical officer but it says that you will be required to undertake a series of work related takes which should last 1 hour. Was wondering if anyone had an insight as to what to prepare for. Thanks.

Got my results through today and passed with 60%. I thought I had failed like so many people on here say, (due to the role plays especially) that a/c day was one of the most stressful days of my life I think. But now it seems I will be celebrating that little bit extra over the xmas period no doubt! Ive already had my fitness and my medical is in Jan but I could be starting as early as March, I do have a law exam to pass still (as its with Surrey police who require the PLC qualification) but nearly there! So any others on here passed just recently?