Giving back a little
to help rebuild
A Met officer and his girlfriend are preparing to face their fears as they return to Thailand after a lucky escape from the tsunami.

Step up to Board will sharpen focus on IT
The Met’s growing dependence on information, communication and technology (ICT) is a key reason for Ailsa Beaton joining the new Management Board.

A 30-year career in the service of HRH
After more than 30 years protecting the Royal family, Chief Supt Peter Prentice is retiring, but not before ensuring the policing operation around the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles goes smoothly.

Coming out of the shadows to recruit
The Met’s Covert Operations Unit is looking for undercover officers to join its ranks.

The success of our Safer Neighbourhoods
Safer Neighbourhoods is being expanded across London as the community role proves its benefits.

Constant vigilance
In part two of The Job’s focus on SO19, we speak to officers giving London highly-trained armed coverage.

Getting down with the kids in the hood
The Met is adopting a community-based approach to training after embarking on a partnership which will see students attend a mainstream college for the first time.

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