The latest intake of special constables marked the start of their volunteering journey as they took their Oath of Office.
The 12 volunteers from across the country took part in the ceremony at Police Scotland Headquarters, Tulliallan, on Saturday, 16 November, 2024 and were met by Assistant Chief Constable Emma Bond.
There are seven females and five males in this latest volunteering cohort and they range in age from 18 – 34 years. Five of them are university students, one is a lecturer, one used to be a member of Police Scotland Youth Volunteers and one is a member of police staff.
ACC Bond said: “Our Special Constables make a vital contribution to policing, while also balancing the responsibilities of full-time jobs, studies, families, and other commitments and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for all they do.
“The Chief Constable has consistently highlighted the skill, commitment, goodwill and professionalism, our officers, staff, and volunteers demonstrate as they deliver a challenging and essential public service for our communities.
“This latest group of police volunteers will be ready to deploy to Scotland’s communities on 21 December in the run up to what is traditionally a busy and demanding period for policing.”
Volunteer Special Constables make a vital contribution to policing in Scotland. They play a vital role in supporting full-time police colleagues when responding to crime, policing major events, and providing a visible and reassuring presence to the public they serve.
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
