Police - Test of Knowledge

Are you interested in joining the police service?

• Yes

• No

Does the United Kingdom have a national police force?

• Yes

• No

How many 'territorial' police forces are there in UK?

• 22

• 40

• 60

• 45

How many regional police forces are there in England and Wales?

• 43

• 33

• 53

• 23

As of 31st March 2023, how many full-time equivalent (FTE) police officers were serving in the 43 regional police forces in England and Wales?

• 137,330

• 147,430

• 49,430

• 297,430

What age do you have to be to apply to join the police service?

• 16

• 21

• 18

• 17

How many entry route options are there for joining the police service?

• 7

• 4

• 1

• 2

TRUE or FALSE.

All police officers (no matter their rank) each individually hold the ‘Office of Constable’.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Do you have to be a British Citizen to join the police service in England and Wales?

• Yes

• No

Which special constabulary is responsible for policing the rail networks across the UK?

• Civil Nuclear Constabulary

• British Rail Police

• Ministry of Defence Constabulary

• British Transport Police