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special constable

British

noun

a person recruited for temporary or occasional police duties, esp in time of emergency

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From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The former special constable was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court on Friday to a total of 32 years, made up of 24 years' imprisonment and a further eight years on extended licence.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

The 54-year-old, who was sacked as a Merseyside Police special constable last year over undeclared debts, has not responded to the latest allegations despite repeated attempts to contact him.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2024

Shiza Harper, a former special constable with the Metropolitan Police, held a "postal inspector" role.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2024

Oh, well, if you make your husband a special constable you must expect these things.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, August 26th, 1914 by Seaman, Owen, Sir

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