Tag: Special Constable Association
Does London need 11 new special constables at a cost of $2M?
London could soon have a second set of special constables patrolling public areas, with one group controlled by London police and the second by city hall. City council’s community and protective services committee voted 4-2 Monday to endorse a pitch by Mayor Josh Morgan, based on an unreleased $65,000 consultants report, to explore establishing a […]
Why do London police special constables earn more than entry-level officers?
Special constables in London are among the highest paid in Ontario and make more than a constable who has been on the job for two years. London police recently launched the special constable program, hiring an additional 19 and deploying them for a wider range of duties to support front-line officers. A special constable had […]
Police special constables’ new responsibilities raise oversight questions
With police forces across Ontario expanding the ranks and responsibilities of special constables, civilian oversight is needed for the occupation, says the head a professional organization.
London police special constables hitting streets under expanded program
A team of special constables is hitting the streets this week under a new program that has expanded their role in policing throughout London.