From working for a Bronze on Friday to working with the
@scu1829
yesterday. Up there with two of the best shifts I've worked recently. Our colleagues looked gleaming while lining the route and you could see the effort they'd put into their appearance.
It. Was. Entirely. Gleaming.
No apologies for being so passionate. I've never been more proud to wear a police uniform. My mates and colleagues have utterly grafted over the past ten days and are now returning to normal duties on a respectful, low key high.
An MPS Sergeant saluting the Regimental Colours of the Irish Guards during the Guard Change. An officer saluting the colours is a huge mark of respect towards them, as the colours represent major battle honours won by that regiment. Brilliant, skipper.
Six months after I leave the MPS, a letter is delivered to a police station that I haven't worked at since 2019. A colleague has permission to open it on my behalf and here we have a compensation cheque for ยฃ2.50. That's a compensation cheque sent out for an assault I suffered.
Long awaited achievement. There's alot we can bring back to the MPS in terms of discipline, standards and how we reflect this back into our working lives (and to reassure, I chose to do this course over three weeks of annual leave and at my own expense. No police time was used)๐
Collected a piece of paper yesterday, and while doing so I met Malik. Basically, two weeks into his foundation training he climbed scaffolding to save someone from a burning building.
Student officers these days eh? The sheer audacity. He hadnt even completed the NCALT.
Lad๐
03/12 - Actually my last day in the Met. NPT, Response, Robbery Team, L&D to Parade Marshall. Terror attacks to Cardiac arrests. Statements to criminal arrests. London Bridge to Coronation. NSY to NY. This has been epic.
Thanks to everyone for treating me well. I will miss it๐ซก
Just had a quality shift, staffing up late turn out of Brixton. Obviously wont post what I've attended but it's confirmed that I still love it ๐๐ป
In Afghanistan, both our Engineer Officer and our Artillery officer were women. They were robust and brilliant. My closest mate in the job is female, 5ft 3" and a born leader. Also robust and brilliant.
I dont need to say anymore ๐
1. Our Afghan Veterans medals have been restored in time for his passing out parade
2. I received a piece of paper
3. I left Hendon for front-line policing
We call that a successful week. Thanks
@HGMedals
for you fast time help! (He didn't even charge us).
Our oath has the following words:
With Fairness, Integrity, Diligence, and Impartiality.
Integrity. Diligence.
I am sick and tired of reading headlines like this. If you are this person you have no friend here. Get gone.
Disgusted.
Troops! New policy is that we are no longer allowed to post uniform pics etc on social media, and whereas I'm proud to advertise what we do - I'm a stickler for the rules and we have to play by them. I'll be stopping posting from here. Thanks for the support and see you about ๐ซก
Teaching statement writing today. I say to the students 'Describe me' to which one writes;
"Adult male. White. Mid 40's"
Mid 40s....... Anyway he's been back classed ๐๐๐ป
Morning all! We have an Afghanistan veteran on this weeks passing out parade, his medals have fallen to pieces. Long shot for anyone reasonably close to Hendon who can square them for Friday? ๐
Back to London for Mutual Aid over the weekend, then after dismissals we went off to Downing St for a photo op!
Also nice seeing a former student already wearing stripes. Time flies! Luvli!
That's the worst kept secret out! Thank you for the mention ma'am :-)
A 17 hour response shift yesterday and the final 'gig' today. I couldn't have had a better last couple of shifts. I'll post something more meaningful when I'm less tired ๐ซก
Reviewing Officer for the
@metpoliceuk
Cadets Remembrance Service at the
#Cenotaph
. Proud event for all those involved, not least drill lead PC Watkinson on his last day in the Met
#WeWillRememberThem
#thankyou
Interested in joining the cadets? ๐๐ฝ
Is it just me, or are we seeing more people taking pride in their kit, appearance and turnout?
I'm definitely seeing more of this sort of content lately. These pictures aren't mine and are just from this morning (names are cropped out). It's very nice to see.
I occasionally get the odd eye roll with my approach to training, but I do often get e-mails like this. The approach works. This chap isn't one of 'mine', but I do know him and SW are very lucky to be getting him.
Anyways, Dev Plan for the 1st name term coming his way! ๐๐
Lifted from the MPS Instagram page. On Thursday over 300 Police Officers had their passing out parade in front of 900 guests. Just two and a half days to learn drill from scratch and obviously very proud of them all ๐
Imagine being assaulted in the lawful execution of your duty, and this is the best they can sort for you. Now just imagine for one minute, in some parallel universe, someone made an effort to look after cops.
Now this isn't a dig at the MPS, very far from it. I loved the Met.
So in amongst todays passing out parade was my own class, 107B. They are a good bunch, especially PC Knibb who was voted in as class captain and won top student (posted with her permission). Well done all, go and smash it!
As for the parade itself ๐ 1/2
Deleted my uniform standards tweet last night, as to my utter horror I had spelt a word wrong. NDM consulted, passed to bronze for a decision, tactical withdrawal authorised and will deploy said tweet again later. Here is the clicker of justice and a brew in the mean time ๐๐ค
It is however a dig at the judicial system and the lack of care given to the people they really need. Its as if they really dont realise just how much they need us.
Worth noting that one of the officers locked up for GBH while en route to this event, handed over and still made it by the skin of his teeth.
Lad. Absolute lad.
Around 90 officers travelling to New York were escorted to their flight by the SCU this morning. The officers are travelling to raise money for . Best of luck to those taking part!
#neuroblastomaawareness
@metpoliceuk
Student Officers: The MPS has sent out a survey to explore ways to improve recruit training. PLEASE complete this survey and be honest when you do. As a Recruit Trainer, we care about your journey into policing and the foundation content needs to improve. It's not a secret.
Leaving work in a very good mood. Gleaming group of Special Constables on their foundation training and I'm just feel reassured. Enthusiastic, attentive, smiling, good class dynamic AND EVEN laughed at my poor jokes. Strong group! ๐
"Blessed are we gentlemen to have enjoyed so noble and tireless a sovereign as Her Majesty.
Thank you, your Majesty.
And God save the King.
Long live the King."
Strong point
@Brick_Cop
. The MPS have recently launched a unit called the Sovereigns Colour Unit. We've had 170+/- applications from around the MPS and a selection day is pencilled in. Outside of this we've paraded officers at the MPS Memorial Day and at
#NPMD22
this weekend :-)
Something Iโve been mulling over this week, is how well received we all were in our tunics.
We do lots of local โopenโ & โfamily daysโ but why not an annual exhibition day where we have a full blown parade for the public to come & enjoy, displaying our variety of units? ๐คท๐ผโโ๏ธโบ๏ธ๐จ๐ฌ๐ง
A special occasion for SC Fowler from Royalty & Specialist Protection.
After 31 years of voluntary service he is retiring from the
@metpoliceuk
, he served on policing teams in N. London & specialist units, true dedication to the people of London.
Congratulations & thank you
Staffing up ERPT on North West for late turn today. My operator is 3 weeks into his Response Rotation and is absolutely gleaming.
I've also loved every minute of it, as usual.
That is all.
Retention of Police Officers is an issue and things like this are one of many reasons why. I'm going nowhere, Policing is who I am but when a colleague does walk, I don't blame them ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
It was raining for the afternoon uniform inspection today. Absolutely chucking it down.
We have a contingency plan for such events. The plan is that we get wet....
#standtall
#rigid
Week 1. "The aim of drill is to turn out an officer who is disciplined, obedient and can react to words of command."
Further to this, my own class visited
@MetCC
this morning to further their knowledge of voice procedure and the CAD system. Thanks for having us! Productive day.
Heard a cheer earlier. On investigation, it was another class of
@MPSSpecials
who had just had the results of their last exam before heading to BCU. All passed! (Gleaming).
In other news.... I broke my clicker while teaching with a bit too much enthusiasm ๐๐คฃ
0600 - Arrive at work
0700 - First Parade
0800 - Pass Out Parade Brief
0900 - On the Square
1430 - Off the Square
1500 - Colour Party tryouts
1600 - LW and I do some SCU planning
1800 - Help VPC - one of them even learned about the pacestick!
2000 - Finish.
I love it. Really do.
From
@UKCopHumour
on facebook.
This officer needs squaring away with a hot brew and probably a garden hose. Evidence of carnage here and it looks a bit legendary! ๐๐ป
Morning!
Arrived an hour early. Uniform ironed. Boots polished. Lessons prepped. Enjoy a picture of the MPS Colours, awarded by HM Queen Elizabeth II.
Have a gleaming day ๐๐ป
The power of social media! ๐ฒ
The owner of a military medal lost at a Remembrance service in London has been found, following a viral search led by
@watkinson_gaz
.๐๏ธ
Read more on this story๐
Received an E-mail from a former student (still at Hendon) letting me know that he has passed his latest assessments/exams and he is now progressing forward to the next bit. He knows who he is, proud of him and I'm glad he kept going ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Popped along to Newhams Volunteer Police Cadets this evening (thanks for the invite!) Bunch of legends, so positive and really smart. These folk need more credit.
@MPSCadets
@nessandandy
Nope. Read their words. We swore an oath. If this was my/my families local ward officer I wouldn't feel reassured or safe. I'd feel that my local SNT officer didn't care. It's the wrong message and isn't what we want.
Who am I criticising anyway? It's an anonymous account.
Dear Veterans. It's a tough time of year. Be good, do whatever makes you happy and you look after you. I'm choosing to have a quiet one. Festival of Remembrance, I'll be at the cenotaph tomorrow then out with the lads. No alcohol for me this weekend & managing wellbeing instead๐๐ป
This is worth shouting about, the MPS being a gold award holder for the Armed Forces Covenant. Although awarded last year it was formally presented yesterday ๐๐ป
Hate this. I remember a new delivery of student officer uniform being rifled through. I stormed round the nick for the next hour like a man possessed before reporting it. Said student had to go without until replacements were delivered. How I'd love to have caught them....
@peter1fahy
Sir, I served in GMP when you were the Chief Constable. This was happening on your watch as well. With respect, what did you do to change it?
Bimbled to Gravesend yesterday for the final parade of the annual Volunteer Police Cadet competition. Legends.
If you were one of the instructors who asked for a training course to be set up (I know you follow me ๐), get your e-mails over as soon as and we'll get it done ๐๐ป
Students returned to Hendon over the last couple of weeks for their second round of Progression Training. They are assessed and scrutinised on warrant applications and finish the course off with an exam. Every one of them passed both parts. Gleaming ๐๐ป
From a current IPLDP+ student still in training;
"Staff, is there still a uniform inspection today? It's just that there's a horse in the way....."
No end of morale, this lot ๐
Thought: The Volunteer Police Cadets are the unsung heroes of the policing world. From the full time staff running each unit, to the volunteers, through to the teenage Cadets themselves. The amount of positive influence is immeasurable. If I had more time I'd definitely jump in!
Very special day for our cadets today having the honour to hold our own Remembrance Parade at The Cenotaph with nearly 300
#VPC
from all across London taking part. Thankyou
@MattTwistMPS
for attending. We are so proud of everyone who took part.
@metpoliceuk
@rabbiesghost
We're in a uniformed organisation. Discipline, standards, attention to detail. All things that we can use day to day. Many of these basics lack in training and beyond. The above won't solve all the problems, but it's a stepping stone and compliments the rest. Have a good day bud.
Even if I wanted to join my graduation for the degree Iโve earned through the PCDA route, Iโd need to travel nearly five hours up the country, pay for my own travel and hotel and then pay ยฃ300 for the private hire of a gown because you canโt graduate without one ๐๐๐
Today I left my glasses safely in the middle of the road. Turns out they dont hold up well to moving traffic. I'll be pushing for this information to be involved in the syllabus, it's important and suitable for E-Learning ๐๐ป๐ค
Suspect Interview Assessments today. Some decent interviews and strong passes from the students. Those not successful - don't worry... You'll smash it on the retake! ๐๐ป
Here is a daily reminder that I still love the job.
During carnival a DJ on a float stopped his music to praise the Met Police, repeatedly. Countless people thanked the few officers stood where I was. This should eclipse the haters.
Students got me this mug as a secret santa, which allegedly depicts me when not in drill mode. It's nice and all but why is the chap on the front not wearing his tie when in long sleeve order? ๐
Legends ๐
๐บ | Brave officers save lives during flat fire in Newham
Local response team evacuated residents and forced entry to properties to ensure everyone got out safely.
These courageous officers selflessly placed themselves in danger to protect the public and save lives.
I do believe we have hit maximum nonsense.
Anyways, another rest day another walk. This time the Pen Y Fan and a small nod to 3 PARA at the top ๐๐ป
Now then! Shout out if you are (or know someone who is) in the medal mounting business. The remembrance period is approaching and this is an ideal time to get your awards smartened up and put in the correct order ๐๐ป
People like
@ProbieDom
motivate me to work. Incredible passion from him. Yesterdays passing out parade was fantastic and Iโm still buzzing this morning ๐๐ป