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31/10/2026

Special Constables volunteer their time to support regular colleagues across Dorset, from Dog Section to Response. Specials play a vital role across the UK, serving their communities and supporting policing. Remember we’re recruiting!

17/10/2026

This week, we marked the National Day of Action for Employer Supported Policing, 195 years since the Special Constabulary Act came into force. We were proud to stand alongside our regular colleagues, supporting our communities.

14/10/2026

Heading to a public event?

Have a great time and look out for each other. If you see something that doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and tell security or report online at gov.uk/ACT.

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

11/10/2026

👮🏼‍♀️ Celebrating ! 🇬🇧 Special Inspectors Ben & Emma joined cadets across the services at the Ferndown Parade, celebrating teamwork, leadership & community spirit. 🎙️ We also spoke to Forest FM about becoming a Special Constable. 💙 Well done to all!

10/10/2026

Special Constables are an important part of Dorset Police, with duties alongside regular police officers across a range of roles, including Response, Neighbourhood Policing, the Dog Section and Roads Policing.

10/10/2026

Special Constable Jacs joined officers from various departments at a community day, showcasing the great work Dorset Police does to support, protect and engage with our communities. A fantastic day of connection and partnership! 👮‍♀️🤝

05/10/2026

JOIN US. LOVE DORSET. | It's been an exciting couple of weeks here in Dorset as we welcomed nine new special constables to the Force.

Special Chief Officer Ben Deeks visited the group on their first day and they are now embarking on their six-month training programme.

A huge congratulations to our nine new recruits and we wish them all the very best on this exciting journey.

Did you know that special constables are volunteer police officers, who undergo the same training, wear the same uniform and have the same powers as regular officers?

If you’d like to learn more about special constables and how to apply, please visit our website to find out more: https://www.dorset.police.uk/police-forces/dorset-police/areas/careers/careers/volunteer-roles/special-constables/

Special Constables volunteer their time to support regular colleagues across Dorset, from Dog Section to Response. Speci...

03/10/2026

28/09/2026

Special Constables are volunteer police officers who find time in their daily lives to serve their communities. They wear the same uniform, carry the same equipment and have the same powers as regular colleagues. We’re recruiting now—

25/09/2026

🎉 BU students! Heading to Freshers’ Fair this Saturday, 26 Sept? 🎓 Come meet Dorset Police Special Constables for student safety tips, freebies & a chat about volunteering in policing alongside your degree. 🚓👋

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Winfrith Newburgh
DT28DZ

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101

Website

http://www.dorset.police.uk/

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