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| Queensland hoping to attract 500 foreign police officers a year to boost recruitment |
| 2023-02-24 |
| [ABCAU] Queensland is launching a global recruitment drive for hundreds of police officers over the next five years, as the state's police minister acknowledges difficulties attracting new recruits. Under an agreement struck between the state and federal governments, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) has approval for 500 international recruits to join the service each year for five years. The recruits will complete a fast-tracked training course of three to four months and then be stationed across Queensland. The program will give recruits a pathway to permanent residency and citizenship. Commissioner Katarina Carroll said those wanting to be recruited would be required to pass testing and vetting in Queensland. "The new labour agreement goes beyond what has been offered by any other police organisation in Australia," she said. "Allowing experienced officers from any country the chance to work for the Queensland Police Service and bring their own unique experiences, knowledge and skills to our organisation. "We're looking for police across the world." She said police from the UK, Canada and New Zealand would likely be the most compatible due to similar legislation. Commissioner Carroll said there would be a social media campaign directing potential recruits to apply via the QPS website. |
| Posted by:Omiting Theting7288 |
| #1 Seems like woke will make the success of this initiative unlikely. They will give extra points if you can’t speak English. Deescalation is not the goal in all countries. |
| Posted by: Super Hose 2023-02-24 23:04 |