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Met Police Programme Thursday 9pm BBC one

Amazing programme, just gives me more regrets about not going ahead with my dream job of being a police officer. At 41 now it’s too late I think.Shed a tear watching what is happening on our streets with these stabbing incidents.Also doesn’t help to fuel my anger at where all these police officers should’ve been the last few days.Not having to move on these self righteous weirdos causing mass havoc across London. Hope they’re proud. Let’s take their passports away as they don’t like people flying so that’s the first answer to that problem.

Nick Gulliford ● 2589d9 Comments

Hey Nick, 41 is not too old. Two friends have very recently been successful aged 41 and 43I think they do appreciate people with life experiences as well as young people

Emarisa Battoia ● 2589d

Thanks Emarisa,I had looked at part time support role, it does involve a years training in Hendon though. With three young kids now and a wife who works part time it probably a bit tricky but good to know about your friends.

Nick Gulliford ● 2589d

No the problem is the cutting of services while reducing taxes for the rich!  We should have better graduated taxes for all!

Philippa Bond ● 2589d

Never too late, Nick!  You’ve probably worked for 20 years, so have c.30 to go - you’re not even halfway through, so plenty of time for a reset.  Go for it!

Craig Fordham ● 2589d

Nick have you considered becoming a Special Constable? (up to age 52)

Adam Tripp ● 2589d

Thanks all for tour supportive messages last night, it meant a lot and has made me think a lot.I’ve looked at the special before but not in as much detail so that is a really helpful reminder. I am going to make contact and see whether it is possible with my current job.Thanks again my amazing Putney People, Nick

Nick Gulliford ● 2588d

Nick, many employers give you a certain amount of paid leave to Special Constables. In addition, although the role is unpaid you will be able to claim reasonable expenses and also qualify for free travel with TFL (on and off duty). Also if you are a specialist in a particular area such as accountancy you may be deployed with a fraud or money laundering department. Good luck

Paul Clements ● 2588d

Hi Nick. You are still a young man and I hope you can find a way of achieving your dream. xx

Sue Hammond ● 2588d

On a different but related matter- read in our local police newsletter that plain clothes police will be patrolling PHS. Also sad for us but good for him-PC Chan has moved to CID

Jane Carter ● 2588d