General Policing Discussions

Evening all! I haven't posted in a while as I have been busy with training and my day job. Myself and the group of Specials I am with are due to undertake our final PST practical and written exam next weekend, then shortly after we will be doing our final exam before attestation. We are all wondering what we can expect from such exams (layout, things we can do to maximise passing etc) and would appreciate some feedback and advice from those who have already done it. We are all looking forward to getting out there and are amazed at how quickly we have moved through training! -Sam

In the past it used to be quite common (or so i personally thought) in regards to the use of informants / undercover staff to infiltrate crime syndicates. With the cuts and risk assessments, is this used on a basic level I.E: Constabulary's; Or is this reserved for more senior organisations within the police structure such as National Crime Agency (NCA) ? With drugs seemingly so easily available, do police have it on a forefront in terms of apprehending such activities, or are they focusing elsewhere ?

I'm sure everyone is delighted that there new or re elected PCCs are getting ready to start there term. I'm just wondering if PCCs can be specials? If so, is anyone aware of any that are? I personally think they'd get a brilliant insight into the front line and how phrases like 'no cuts to front line policing' doesn't equal 'front line policing numbers to stay the same' on response I booked on with 15 this time last year. Today? Three. Granted two are sick. Has our area been redefined? Has the remit changed? Has a prisoner handling team been set up? No. Granted some PCCs hopefuls might not pass vetting

hi part of the specials recruitment in the latter stages is to choose your preferred station to be based from. There are three within 30min drive from my house one of which is the headquarters. Do different stations offer different opportunities? I would ideally like to get involved in rural policing but wouldn't want to miss the opportunity of potentially going out with traffics one day Should I go to where's most convenient or the headquarters which have more deprtments?

If a new Infrastructure Constabulary is set up and tasked to protect and police UK wide infrastructure environments can this put a stop to the wishes of Police Scotland taking over railway policing in Scotland?

Hi all, I know it exists but I cant seem to find it online (not search trained ha!) Im after the above info so I can really focus on the relevant subjects. To be clear this is completely legit and I believe the above info is used in paid crammer sessions etc.. so to clarify for example last years exam had xx% of GPD xx% OF E+P etc etc....so this year it is expected to be XX% of GPD etc.... or maybe its more precise that that? i.e xx% covered sexual offences etc.... Let me know your thoughts please!

I have found that Custody Sergeants are getting more reluctant to authorise detention for things like common assaults, lower level ABH, thefts and criminal damage etc where the only investigative requirement at the point of arrest is to interview the suspect (even for prolific offenders where we know where they live). The expectation is that we will voluntary interview and report for summons. I don't really mind this in general as I prefer to report people if possible and try to avoid locking people up if I feel it is disproportionate. However, there have been occasions recently where I have arrested and been given a hard time by the Custody Sergeant because I went for th…

Was thinking the other day how far policing has branched off from its militaristic routes. However I think sometimes something as basic as 5 minutes of parade before a shift can bring many benefits, which I found when I was in the Army and Police Cadets (now a Serving Special). Those could be: Basic kit / orderliness inspection Briefly identifies if people are 'switched on' i.e. can they move as one unit around a courtyard whilst carrying out a few drill instructions. Helps give one complete briefing to the whole team - where everyone has no choice but to fully pay attention Aids in identifying and ironing out any superficial issues people may be having (individuals o…

In general terms, what's the general attitude of your service to officers searching police databases for information. A few examples: I spend lots of time looking for people, so I use our systems to get addresses, associates, vehicles. I also log on to Facebook to see who they're friends with and if recent posts might give a clue to where they are and how I might find them (we also have fake Facebook profiles and are friends with a fair few criminals, which gives a good insight into what they're up to). I look at recent arrest reports to see what someone was charged with, how they got arrested etc, who paid someone's bail, when someone's next court date is.…

A knock at the door "How do you tell a mother that her 13-year-old daughter has been killed in a car crash? Or a young wife that the father of her unborn child will never come home?" Officers at Hendon have been working closely with BBC World Service to examine the effects of delivering or receiving the news that a loved one has tragically died or been killed. The powerful programme was aired last week, examining both sides of the equation and highlighting one of the more challenging aspects of being a police officer. Listen to the full programme here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03p54m0 (Source BBC/MET POLICE) Interesting insight into delivering the bad ne…

Hello all I have got my induction evening this Friday at new Scotland yard it says on the email Business Dress or Smart casual (no Jeans) has anyone been to one of these what did everyone wear ? is a suit too formal ? what would you recommend thanks in advance everyone had some great advice from this forum. Regards Wayne