Direct entry requirements
Published 31 August 2016
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The statutory instrument 2016 number 798 amends the Police Regulations 2003 to permit individuals to join the police force at the rank of inspector as part of the direct entry (inspector) programme.
The amendments to regulations came into force on 19 August 2016 and ensure that that those participating in the programme will:
- pass the assessment centre approved by the College of Policing to start the programmes
- be subject to a probationary period as determined by the Secretary of State
- be subject to dismissal in the probationary period if he or she is not fitted, physically or mentally, to perform the duties of his office, or that he or she is not likely to become an efficient or well conducted inspector
A new determination which includes a probation period for direct entry inspectors has been issued.
More guidance on the direct entry schemes is available from the College of Policing.