Information about the MPS MO7 Surge Team

Freedom of information request reference no: 01.FOI.24.036419

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In the Metropolitan Police Service I have seen the introduction of the Surge team into MO7, could you answer these questions. Thanks!

1. What is the purpose of the Surge Team?
2. What are surge drivers trained in?
3. Do Surge have their own vehicles or are they borrowed from other divisions like MO8?
4. What training do Surge officers usually have?
5. What is the overall goal of the surge team?

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Q1 - What is the purpose of the Surge Team?

To provide a proactive policing presence in support of London’s BCU’s as directed by corporate tasking.

Q2 - What are surge drivers trained in?

Surge teams will hold driving skills other units have including immediate response trained officers. Some members of the surge team will be trained in Tactical Pursuit and Containment (TPAC).

Q3 - Do Surge have their own vehicles or are they borrowed from other divisions like MO8?

The Surge team will have their own fleet.

Q4 - What training do Surge officers usually have?

Surge officers will be exposed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Same as other officers across the MPS. As per Q1.