The Gibraltar Defence Police have announced two new recruits.

A statement from British Forces Gibraltar follows below: 

Latest recruits Police Constable (PC) Kyle Davis and Police Constable (PC) Ethan Cruz  undertook 24 weeks of training with the Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP).  

They were immersed in a programme that emphasises the importance of discipline and the  responsibilities associated with being part of a uniformed body, highlighting the  professionalism and integrity required in such roles.  

Their 24 weeks training included a thorough review of the legal framework governing  Gibraltar, ensuring they gained a comprehensive understanding of the laws and regulations  officers are duty-bound to uphold. 

The officers were seconded to the RGP where key policing powers were explored, providing  them with insight into the authority and limitations they must navigate to enforce the law  effectively.  

They also explored self-defence principles, teaching them to balance protecting themselves  with the use of appropriate force when required, while also addressing strategies for  engaging with individuals experiencing mental health challenges. 

In addition, the programme highlights the significance of fitness, not only as a physical  requirement but as a cornerstone of resilience and readiness essential for their future  policing duties. 

PCs Cruz and Davis are set to formally begin their careers within the GDP on Friday 13  December 2024 with their first shift commencing on the following week.