The Chairman of Cheshire Police Authority says Special Constables provide a vital element in the fight against crime and disorder.
Margaret Ollerenshaw was speaking after a passing out ceremony for 26 men and women who have just completed their initial training to become Specials. They will work with many of the Neighbourhood Policing Teams across the Cheshire Constabulary area.
Mrs Ollerenshaw said, "Specials today work alongside regular Police Officers in a wide variety of policing tasks. They are a familiar sight on the streets of our towns and villages, playing a key role in combating anti-social behaviour.
"This is especially true on Friday and Saturday nights. The volunteer officers patrol areas which are busy with people enjoying a night out and call at pubs and clubs to carry out licensing visits.
"The sight of them provides reassurance for people who just want to enjoy a night out and is a deterrent to those who are out to cause trouble.
"Sometimes they have to tackle people who are affected by drink or drugs and are causing problems for others. On those occasions they may face very aggressive behaviour. The work requires real skill and determination and the training they have been given sees them through.
"Specials come from all walks of life and they carry out their part-time policing duties without pay, from a sense of public duty. We all owe them a debt of gratitude."
More details about Special Constable are available on the Cheshire Police website, Cheshire. police.uk.
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