Northern Constabulary

“Northern Constabulary is looking to recruit 24 new officers”

“has committed to having 800 officers this year”

“It has received 50 completed applications so far.”

“Last month, the force said it had transferred £1.6m to frontline policing services from "back office" departments so it could increase officer numbers.”

“The recruitment of new constables saw the number of officers rise from 787 in March 2008 to 801 by last August.”

“Northern Constabulary said 25 police officers took part in the raids.”