A bid to boost its number of Special Constables is being made by Wiltshire Police with the aim of raising the current total of 208 operating in the county to 300 if possible.
It is a task all sorts of people rise to, a shepherd being one of the specials in Wiltshire’s case.
Special constables have the same powers as regular officers and are involved in all areas of policing, from conducting raids and exercising warrants to attending road traffic accidents, and dealing with violent scenes.
A minimum commitment of 16 hours a month is required and although unpaid there are benefits at a personal and professional level from enhancing your CV or the desire to give something back to your local community.
The Chief Officer of the Special Constabulary Richard Palusinski, told Marlborough News Online: “Our Special Constables hail from all walks of life — we have students, restaurant managers, stay at home mums, management accountants, musicians and Wiltshire police employees.
“We even have a shepherd. We all balance our commitment to the force with those to our families and employers and we all gain valuable life experiences and skills from what we do.”
Wiltshire’s Chief Constable Patrick Geenty said: “Being a Special Constable is a wonderfully positive way of contributing to your community. You will receive first class training and exposure to unique experiences that can only help enhance your personal and professional development.”
To find out more visit www.wiltshire.police.uk or call 101 and ask for the recruitment team.
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