MORE than 20 special constables took their oath to uphold the law as they were attested at police headquarters in Colwyn Bay.
North Wales Police's Special Constabulary swore in 21 new recruits in a ceremony that was broadcast online for family and friends.
The force's chief constable Carl Foulkes and special chief officer Mark Owen also attended.
Picture: NWP Special Constabulary/Facebook
In Wales and England, those who decide to become police officers take an oath at the point of becoming a constable and servants of the Crown. The oath includes a commitment to "truly serve the Queen in the office of constable, with fairness, integrity, diligence and impartiality", and to uphold "fundamental human rights and according equal respect to all people".
The force's Special Constabulary said in a social media statement: "An intake of 21 fresh-faced Special Constables were attested last night at HQ in Colwyn Bay. The event was streamed live over Microsoft Teams to friends and family members who weren't able to attend due to social distancing measures - thank you to James Donovan for making this possible.
"Also a big thank you to Chief Constable Carl Foulkes and Special Chief Officer Mark Owen for attending to welcome them to the policing family."
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