Latest recruits ready to join communities across Scotland

Chief Constable Jo Farrell congratulated 250 new officers as they marked the end of their training in front of family and loved ones.

Police Scotland’s newest cohort of officers took part in their passing out parade at our headquarters, Tulliallan, today, Friday, 18 October 2024 and now are ready to report for duty in communities across Scotland.

The course was the first to trial non-residential training to enable officers with caring demands and responsibilities to return home each day.

The opportunity to complete the majority of training in a non-residential setting can provide real benefit for those who would otherwise have been unable to consider a role in policing. The trial will be evaluated for future consideration.

Chief Constable Farrell thanked the officers for stepping forward in their commitment to public service. She said: “Policing is a hugely rewarding and demanding vocation, and I congratulate our latest cohort of officers for successfully completing their training.

“I want to thank these officers for making a commitment to public service and for stepping up to help keep Scotland’s communities safe.

“They are now ready to deploy to our communities to discharge their duties in line with Police Scotland’s values of integrity, fairness, respect and a commitment to uphold human rights.

“I thank them for their dedication to deliver an excellent service to the public.”

The recruits passing out today comprised of 170 male officers and 80 female officers.

If you are interested in a career with Police Scotland, please visit the recruitment section of our website.

Image: Police officers lined up on parade square, overlooked by a uniformed officer on a Police Horse.