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West Yorkshire Police is hiring: do you have what it takes to become an officer?
West Yorkshire Police is particularly keen to hear from those from ethnic minority backgrounds and women, as the force recognises that it is under-represented by people from these backgrounds at present.
There are few jobs that can be as rewarding as joining the police.
Every single day, police officers across West Yorkshire have an opportunity to improve the lives of those living in our local area- and now you have the chance to join their team.
You might spend your morning helping to arrest a drug dealer and your afternoon helping a victim of domestic abuse to speak out about their trauma and bring the perpetrator to justice. Or you might find yourself heading out in the car to attend a traffic collision or parking up to patrol a public event.
The possibilities are endless, but so are the rewards.
Whether you're looking for an exciting career locking away the bad guys or simply revel in the prospects of working in an environment where two days will never be the same, West Yorkshire Police are keen to hear from you.
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There are multiple routes into the police, each accounting for different age, education and experience levels, as well as if you'd like to specialise in a particular role, like Detective.
At present, there's three entry programmes available:
Direct Entry Detective Constables: a two-year training programme where inquisitive minds will learn the intricacies of solving crimes with detective work
Police Constable Degree Apprenticeships: a three-year apprenticeship where individuals can 'earn while they learn' and become an integral part of the police force from day one, without having any prior experience, judt a minimum of two A Levels
Degree Holder Entry Programme: a two-year programme for those already holding a degree that adapts their existing skills and experience to prepare individuals for working in the varied roles within the police force
With a starting salary of £21,654 for an apprentice or £24,780 for direct entrants and degree holders: you'll be rewarded with far more than kind words from the public as part of your job too.
The financial implications of a career with the West Yorkshire Police are long-term: all new members of the police can expect to see their increasing to a minimum of £27,030 after two or three years depending on which route into the force they choose to take, with the opportunity of earning £41,130 after seven years, subject to performance.
To apply for any of these positions, all you need to be able to show is that you're over 17 (there's no upper age limit); you can pass the job related fitness test and have the drive to dedicate yourself to this fulfilling career.
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There is also Force Tattoo Policy and police vetting checks that applicants will need to go through to check their suitability for the position, but otherwise the choice of roles is down to your individual aspirations and previous experience.
Some training programmes take between two and three years to complete and is jointly provided by Leeds Trinity University. All fees are covered, and this route allows individuals to spend time studying the theoretics of police and crime, as well as heading out to train 'on the beat' to integrate with the team and provide on the job training with superiors. The Direct Entry Detective Constable position however, teaches analytical skills and builds on pre-existing knowledge, allowing individuals to learn on the job without attending University,
West Yorkshire Police is particularly keen to hear from those from ethnic minority backgrounds and women, as the force recognises that it is under-represented by people from these backgrounds at present.
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To surround young people with role models that look and sound 'just like them' and to ensure that the West Yorkshire Police force is representative of the community it serves, those interested in applying from an ethnic minority or under-represented group should visit the West Yorkshire Police website to register their interest and submit an application.
For more information on how to become a police officer, visit the West Yorkshire Police website and check out the positions available.
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Number 10 North is officially ‘open for business’ and here’s why it’s so important for Yorkshire
Number 10 North has officially 'opened for business' this week, and Andy Burnham has now explained his key reasons for launching it.
You may remember that earlier last month, Andy Burnham revealed he had intentions to create a Number 10 North if he was to become Prime Minister, with the new base expected to be a 'dominant driver of the UK's economy' once it was officially up and running... and now, fast forward to today, Number 10 North is officially 'open for business'.
Operating from Heron House in Manchester city centre, as previously reported on by The Manc, Number 10 North will be the Government’s new 'situation room for growth'.
It also brings the 'levers' of local economic growth and devolution together under one roof for the first time ever.
With the Prime Minister expected to work from Number 10 North each week, so that decisions about the country’s economic future will no longer exclusively be made in Westminster, and with other ministers also working from there on a regular basis, the Government says the move underlines its determination to 'do things differently'.
Number 10 North has officially 'opened for business' / Credit: gov.uk (via Wikimedia Commons)
Now that Number 10 North has officially opened, Andy Burnham has explained why this move is so important for Yorkshire and the north as a whole.
"For 40 years, power and resources have been sucked into the centre, and too many communities have felt forgotten, without the attention and investment they deserve," explained Andy Burnham.
"Number 10 North will change that by putting more power into every postcode across the entire country. It will be the situation room for making Britain better, the place we use to get power out of Westminster, into the hands of people at a local level, so that they can turn things around.
"The days of Whitehall resisting devolution are over, for good."
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Pints of Knowledge, Callum Campbell’s fastest-growing event, is coming to Leeds city centre this summer
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The pub night that's packing out venues across the UK is coming to Leeds.
Let us introduce you to Pints of Knowledge, a phenomenon founded by Callum Campbell that has built a social media following of more than 160,000 people.
This is different to your average night out, it's a chance to meet new people and spark interesting conversation all in the relaxing surroundings of a pub.
The event has attracted thousands to its unique mix of expert talks, conversation and community in pubs across the UK.
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And if you're looking to get in on the action then you're in luck, because Pints of Knowledge is arriving at The Wardrobe on Sunday 9 August.
So, what can you expect? From landmark legal history and the hidden pressures behind big systems to the evolving language of gaslighting and radical cinema, Sunday's Leeds programme will demonstrate exactly why Pints of Knowledge has struck such a chord with audiences across the UK.
Founder Callum Campbell, who has spent more than a decade producing live events across Britain, said bringing the concept to Leeds was the natural next step - and we're so happy he thought so.
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He said: "I've always wanted to bring Pints of Knowledge to more cities across England, and Leeds has such a strong appetite for ideas and conversation. Watching this grow has been amazing, and I can't wait to bring it here.
"As more people look for experiences beyond a traditional night out, Pints of Knowledge offers something different: expert speakers, thought-provoking conversations and the chance to meet new people, all in the relaxed surroundings of a pub.
"People still love going to the pub, but they're looking for more from the experience. Pints of Knowledge is about hearing incredible stories, asking questions, meeting interesting people and leaving having learned something new."
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The Pints of Knowledge programme at The Wardrobe will look like this:
12pm - Human rights lawyer Mahnoor Omer presents '10 Legal Cases that Changed History'.
2pm - Georgina Shute asks 'Why billion-pound systems are built by people who can't finish their to-do lists'.
4pm - Isobel Logan explores 'Gaslighting: The Evolution of a Concept Across Art, Relationships and Politics'.
6pm - Angelos Koutsourakis will examine 'Third Cinema, The Global South & Climate Change'.
Campbell added: "One hour you can be unpacking landmark legal cases, the next you're hearing about the psychology behind gaslighting, before finishing the day exploring cinema and climate change. That's what makes Pints of Knowledge different.
"This is just the beginning. We've seen an incredible response across the UK, and we're excited to build on that by bringing Pints of Knowledge to more cities across the country.”
Pints of Knowledge takes place at The Wardrobe in Leeds on Sunday 9 August, and you can get your tickets here.
Sophie Smith -
14th April 2022 
