Following the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, and based on the current threat from International Terrorism being at “substantial” BTP created its own Armed Policing Capability. Since 2012 key locations have been routinely patrolled by our highly trained armed policing officers.

Are British Transport Police armed?

The BTP are deployed on armed patrols using Glock 17 pistols, LMT AR-15 CQB carbines and tasers.

What qualifications do you need to be a firearms officer UK?

To be eligible to apply, you must meet the below criteria:

• Over 18 years old.
• A British citizen, a member of the EC/EEA, or a Commonwealth citizen or foreign national who has lived, unrestricted, in the UK for the previous five years.
• Be able to pass a thorough medical and fitness screening process.

What qualifications do I need to join BTP?

British Transport Police Eligibility Criteria You must be at least 18 years old minimum to apply, and 57 years old maximum. You will not be eligible for the BTP if you have any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands or penalty fares (excluding driving penalties).

Who are the key BTP partners?

BTP works in partnership with the Train Operating Companies (TOCs) and Freight Operating Companies (FOCs) and other partners to tackle metal thefts on the railway. 1.3 BTP has seven policing areas; London North, London South, London Underground, North Eastern, North Western, Wales and Western and Scotland.

What makes the BTP unique?

We protect and police 10,000 miles of track and 3,000 railway stations and depots every day. These are unique policing environments, with unique sets of needs. Our police officers and staff provide specialist policing across the country.

How is the BTP funded?

BTP operates and is funded in a different way to other police forces. The Railways and Transport Act 2003 provides the statutory basis for the funding of the BTPA by the rail industry. The BTPA enters into a police service agreement (PSA) with the train operating companies (TOCs), freight companies and Network Rail.

Can BTP officers transfer to a home office force?

In order to rejoin the police force you must have successfully completed your two years probationary period and have worked for a Home Office force within the last two years. All other criteria will be detailed in any advertisement.

Who serves BTP?

We police Britain’s railways, providing a service to rail operators, their staff and passengers across the country. We also police the London Underground, Docklands Light Railway, the Midland Metro tram system, Croydon Tramlink, Tyne and Wear Metro, Glasgow Subway and Emirates AirLine.

What is a BTP Specialist Firearms team?

The specialist firearms team is made up of a select core of Authorised Firearms Officers (AFO) with the BTP Counter Terrorism Support Unit (CTSU) who perform routine armed patrol of stations, usually operating in pairs. BTP AFOs may operate in a larger team than the normal 2-person patrol.

What does BTP stand for?

British Transport Police (BTP) is recruiting Firearms Officers in the rank of Constable to join our Counter Terrorism Support Unit. Officers will be recruited against the Armed Response Vehicle (ARV) Officer role profile and will become part of a highly trained, well disciplined, and professional team.

Can you be a BTP AFO?

British Transport Police (BTP) are now recruiting for Authorised Firearms Officers (AFO’s) in the rank of Constable to join our Counter Terrorism Support Unit. Become part of a highlight trained, well disciplined, and professional team where you will be supported every step of the way.

What is the BTP doing at train stations in London?

British Transport Police (BTP) began armed patrols of select train stations in February 2012. This unusual armed presence was in response to a ‘severe’ level of terrorist threat.