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Hi, I had several severe epileptic fits when I was 5 years old, I was on medication for a few weeks and I havn't been on medication since with no more symptoms - I have worked and ridden with horses for over 15 years and been hit on the head in everyway possible and I have been fine - so I'm fine with being hit over the head. Another problem is I was admitted to hospital for asthma on several occassions when I was about 5/6 and finally stopped taking medication when I was about 10/11 and have had no more symptoms since - I was a police cadet, have done my DofE awards (Bronze to Gold) so physical exercise is fine for me. I was wondering whether I eligible to join the p…

Any idea what to wear guys? Is it smart and change when you get there or tracky all the way?

Afternoon, Out of interest, is there any point in applying to become a PC with the Met without becoming a PCSO first? Getting conflicting info. Thanks.

Hi guys, Came across this "example of an interactive exercise from a previous Police SEARCH® Assessment Centre" whilst googling for insights into a/c. Think its really useful to see an example of what to expect and couldn't see this is any other forums and best of all it is PUBLIC domain info! http://www.npia.police.uk/en/6687.htm Reflective thought - Personally I think if the NPIA are gonna post this kind of info online in the public domain then why not make candidates aware of it in the welcome pack?!

Hello all, firstly I did use the search function but couldn't find what I was looking for. If I have missed it, please link minus the sarcastic comment Also, if you aren't allowed to share this information, please say instead of just ignoring this thread, thanks. Anyway. The recruits training at Hendon. Can anyone give a rundown of what is included (not a breakdown of weeks, like 4 at hendon 5 on a satellite site etc) but actually what you do. Units, topics, paperwork, exams etc. Im getting a little paranoid now that I could fail - which I DON'T want to happen, so a little heads up would be cool... ta

Hi everyone, i passed my assessment back in december 08 and had to get laser eye surgery done b4 i could progress. I got it done in jan 09 and sent off all my vetting forms and questionnaires etc in feb, but............ i haven't heard anything about any medical dates or fitness dates and every time i ring up they tell me as long as ive done my assessment they won't get rid of my application. Just getting a bit scared because a lot of people have been talking about getting dates and it's now been nearly 6 months since my assessment date. Sorry for rambling just wondering if anyone else is in the same boat or if anyone know's whats going on? Don't really want to ring the…

Hi, I start my PC training with Norfolk on 15th June. Can any one who has recently done training or is currently on the course tell me if they pay fuel expenses for travelling to Wymondham daily ? I am aware that people living more than 25 miles away can claim accomidation at the OCC but i not able to do this as my other half works nites and i will need to be at home in the evenings for my daughter. I live in Lowestoft 35 miles from Wymondham. Cheers Steve

Hi to all 1st post I have a conviction for theft which was 10yrs ago it was for nothing major but theft is theft. I have been told By the met vetting team that as long as 10yrs has passed nothing is stoping me from applying for the met, i am about to submit an application form for BTP london and was wondering if this still stands? Does any one know how i can get a phone number for btp vetting team as i can only find an email address?

Just wondering, does everyone get issued their own personal radio, or do you have to book one out and back in, every shift you work? Cheers

HI, Has anyone who applied for avon and somerset heard anything yet????????? would like to know one way or another if I passed the paper sift!!!!!!

I know it sounds silly but i am a student and have worked at a few places in my time of being a student and therefore cant remember all my details, is there a way of obtaning my employment record from somewhere to confirm dates and addresses? thanks

Just had a reply back from the Met, after passing the paper sift, the day 1 and day 2, I have been told they are withdrawing my application for consideration. Spoke to Vetting who due to data protection could not give me a reason as to why I had been declined. Very frustrating! I'm 100% sure I was deemed unsuitable because of my brother, it's something I didn't hide and included on my application. I just don't understand why they let me proceed so far with out pulling me up on it sooner. I am going to appeal against the decision; under vetting policy Where relatives or the associates of an applicant, are found to have unspent convictions or cautions, for recordable offenc…

I have been informed that I have passed my SET. I see there is a lot of info on the English Assessment day. Can anyone give tips on the Scottish?

Hi, just wanted to get in contact with those who are waiting to join Essex. I took my Medical on 21st January and haven't heard a thing since..... Not even conformation that I have passed the medical!

Just got off the phone from recruitment. They said that references are currently being sought (previous employer - should be no problem there) then I would be presented with a provisional start date. This will be either start of August or the September intake. Once the start date has been offered, they will then approach my current employer. He also said that they give 6 weeks notice for start of course, so I guess that means in 4 weeks time I will have a better idea if Im Aug or September. How is everyone else getting on...