Special Constables are volunteers and are not paid for performing the role. However, specials are provided with uniforms free of charge and are entitled to be reimbursed for any reasonable expenses.

Do special constables get paid UK?

Special constables are used in police forces across England, Wales and Scotland but traditionally can apply for only limited expenses, such as train fares, incurred while carrying out their duties. ... Ordinarily special constables are not entitled to any remuneration under police regulations.

What are the benefits of being a Special Constable?

It provides the chance to learn more about your community, by seeing it from an entirely new perspective, and gives the opportunity to give something back to your local area, making it safer and enhancing relationships between the public and the police.