GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE SET TO WELCOME 98 NEW RECRUITS

The fresh faced recruits will be sworn in as part of a formal ceremony to make them police officers.

Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Ian Hopkins, said:

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“I am pleased to see the different experiences, backgrounds and cultures of our new officers. I am in no doubt that they will be a fantastic addition to team GMP and will help strengthen our links with local people right across Greater Manchester. The region is filled with an array of different cultures and communities which is why it’s so important that our recruits are reflective of this.”

The attestation ceremony will be held at Manchester Grammar School on Wednesday 23 August and is an opportunity for family and friends to watch as our new officers make their oath to uphold their role with fairness, integrity, diligence and impartiality throughout their time in post.

They will be affirmed into their roles by the Chief Constable who will be joined by magistrates Stephen Paine and Mike Philips.

In our latest batch of recruits, 20 per cent already have previous experience of working for the Force as either police staff or as part of the Special Constabulary.

They will have to complete a two year probation period which also includes classroom based learning and one year on active patrol. During their training they will have the same of level of authority as regular officers, including the power of arrest.

Chief Constable Ian Hopkins, added:

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“Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our policing philosophy which highlights the importance of our attestation ceremonies being held in the heart of our communities.

“Our new recruits will join their colleagues in dealing with challenging situations in order to ensure the safety and security of the public. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for choosing to become a part of our police family and wish them all success in their future careers.”

 

This attestation ceremony like those we have held previously is an important occasion for the police force and the community.

These officers will replace those colleagues, who are retiring, maintaining the current level of officer numbers.