The UK's specialist nuclear police force has stepped up its recruitment drive among former military personnel at the country's largest careers event for veterans and service leavers.
Officers from the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) attended the Veteran UK EXPO in Manchester, where they spoke to potential recruits about careers protecting Britain's civil nuclear sites and the transport of nuclear materials.
More than 100 employers took part in the event at Manchester Central, which attracted around 1,650 attendees seeking opportunities as they transition from military to civilian life.
CNC representatives focused on recruiting former Armed Forces personnel for roles as Authorised Firearms Officers, highlighting how military experience can translate into policing.
Sergeant Darren Adams, chair of the Civil Nuclear Police Federation, joined PCs Mark O'Neill and Rob Jones in explaining how leadership, operational experience and decision-making skills developed in the military are valued within the force.
The officers also answered questions about the recruitment process, training, pay, career progression and employee benefits, while outlining specialist roles available within the organisation, including the Strategic Escort Group, police medic, dog handler and firearms instructor positions.
The recruitment campaign forms part of the CNC's wider effort to attract veterans into policing. The force said more than 30 former service personnel joined its ranks over the past year, bringing operational expertise to the organisation responsible for protecting the UK's civil nuclear infrastructure.
The Civil Nuclear Constabulary is responsible for armed policing at licensed civil nuclear sites across the UK and for ensuring the secure transport of nuclear materials.
