MPU

Preparations continue to take place for the deployment of the Marine Policing Unit, a pioneer division designed to maximise the MET's ability to respond to maritime emergencies. This unit will focus on patrol, search, and recovery roles, utilising a range of specialist built vessels from inshore to blue water patrol boats. Additionally, this unit will be home to ports policing officers, the MET dive team, and more.

MPU is the first new police division in most members' time in the force, and seeing the growing interest is reassuring. MET Command aim to deliver the best quality end result, and so nothing is being rushed or brushed to one side until after release.

Recently, the first Sergeants were promoted to help introduce this division to the force, creating the training content, reviewing divisional processes and driving change to ensure the division can operate at full capacity on launch.

"I am thrilled with the progress we are seeing with the development of the Marine Policing Unit. The vessels and specialist vehicles our technicians have provided will ensure we are nothing short of highly capable, our newly appointed commanders will maintain the standard I expect of such an important policing team, and the training content will ensure our crew members hit the water with all the knowledge they need to maintain safety and assist in any operational roles required of them. Preprations continue, and while the sooner we can get out vessels on patrol the better, we are taking our time to make sure this is done right. We appreciate the patience of everyone with an interest in applying to this unit." - Statement from Commissioner Jinpooh