VOLUNTEERS
VERY SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS
This year for National Volunteers Week, the Police Federation of England and Wales is focusing on the incredible work that is done every day by our Special Constables
To celebrate National Volunteers Week, which is taking place from 1-7 June 2023, we want to focus on the incredible contribution that the Special Constables offer police forces across England and Wales year in, year out. Volunteering is one of the most rewarding experiences for so many people. By investing your own personal time without being paid, this has an incredible impact on organisations that support the wider community. Most people generally undertake some kind of volunteering at some point during their lives, and currently there are 6,829 Special Constables dedicating their time towards policing in England and Wales. However, it is important to note that the role of the Special Constable is one that requires commitment and understanding from each volunteer. As well as contributing to their local community, individuals who volunteer in this important way receive opportunities for training. Specials are asked to contribute an average of 16 hours per month, but we hope that any contribution would be considered by forces to accommodate and support the lives of volunteers. Last year, Special Constables contributed
an amazing two-and-a-half million hours towards policing, equating to £61.5 million worth of work, something that is highly appreciated within the police service.
The role of the Special
Constable can be anything from a front- line role to detective work, cybercrime, or roads policing. More recently, training in tasers has been available, allowing for better protection while on duty. Generally, there are two types of Special
Constable. The first type is the volunteer who wants to use the experience to
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Hartshorn, was a Special Constable before joining the Met Police. The experience of volunteering helped him to secure a successful lifelong career. The second type is the volunteer who simply has a desire to help their local communities and protect the public, and who has the time to contribute toward this.
become a regular officer by gaining a better understanding of workloads and responsibilities. Our National Chair, Steve
“The role of the Special Constable can be anything from a front-line role to detective work, cybercrime to roads policing”
These are our career Special Constables. There is enormous diversity among our Special Constables, such as mothers, students, financial advisors, personal trainers, and even those who are married to iconic 1970s British Pop stars. Without question, now is the time to ensure that the contribution
these individuals offer to the police and the community never goes unnoticed and is truly appreciated. We at PFEW thank you for the time and commitment.
Interested in becoming a Special Constable?
www.college.police.uk/ guidance/special-constables
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