Applications, resignations and current officer workforce

Freedom of information request reference no: 01.FOI.23.033779

I note you seek access to the following information:

Please provide information on the number of applications received each month for new police officer positions from February 2017 until October 2023, (excluding rejoining officers, special constables or those who participated in the retirement return scheme)
AND
the total number of police officers, across all ranks (excluding special constables), who resigned from their positions each month between September 2022 and October 2023.
AND
How many police officers do you currently employ (all ranks, excluding special Constables).

Decision

I have today decided to disclose the located information to you in full.

Please find below information pursuant to your request above.

Please ensure that the data is read in conjunction with any notes provided on the spreadsheet to ensure correct interpretation of the data.