Hertfordshire Police welcomes first ever all-female cohort of detectives
12 new detective trainees will be on duty across the county from Monday (31st January)
Twelve new detectives have joined Hertfordshire Constabulary, becoming the police force's first ever all-female cohort of new officers.
The trainees will be on duty across the county from Monday, after their passing out ceremony on Friday (21st January).
They were watched online by family and friends due to coronavirus, but Chief Constable Charlie Hall congratulated them at force headquarters in Welwyn Garden City.
Mr. Hall said: “This is the first time we’ve had an all-female passing out parade in Hertfordshire. It is always a pleasure to welcome new police officers to the constabulary and this cohort were full of enthusiasm for the job.
“The list of former professions was inspiring, including a teacher, an IT professional and even two of our former emergency call handlers from the force communications room. They are all looking forward to long and rewarding careers in policing.”
Their 20-week training included a mixture of classroom based and practical sessions, covering a vast range of topics including law and powers, personal safety and dealing with volatile situations, first aid and safeguarding vulnerable victims.
They also undertook the College of Policing’s national investigators’ exam. On-the-job training continues for many months until officers are declared fit for independent patrol.
Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire, David Lloyd said: “It’s great to see even more officers joining the constabulary and building on what is already the largest police service in the history of Hertfordshire. Policing offers fantastic career opportunities, and it welcomes those from all parts of our communities.”