Ten Gibraltar Defence Police officers have passed an intense new Marine Firearms Tactical Course.

A statement from the GDP follows below:

The week-long course was delivered by GDP firearms instructors after they attended training  in Portsmouth with the Ministry of Defence Police. 

Described as “intense and physically demanding”, all officers passed the course and are  now fully qualified on Waterborne Firearms Tactics. 

A spokesperson for the GDP said: “Last Friday (7 October), the officers underwent a  thorough assessment where they had to demonstrate their ability to perform the tactics  correctly under exam conditions. 

“The tactics are broken down into four modules: the use of waterborne craft as transportation  while armed, dealing with subjects onboard vessels, escorting vessels whilst armed and  landing techniques. 

“We’re pleased to announce that everyone passed this gruelling course.”