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We deliver unique specialist policing, to protect the nation’s defences and national infrastructure.

From the Scottish Highlands to the South West coast, we’re based at locations across the UK.

With firearms training from the beginning of your career with us and lots of opportunities to further develop in specialist roles, the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) could offer far more than you may first imagine.

MDP new recruits standing on the parade ground outside

NOW RECRUITING

We currently have opportunities for new recruits looking to join MDP and protect with purpose.

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We value difference in our force with a difference

Find out more about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

MDP Support Internet Safety Poster Competition

Ministry of Defence Police recently worked in partnership with The Rotary Club of Lomond, Argyll & Bute Education Department and Police Scotland to provide training on keeping pupils safe online.

MDP Support Local School Fayre

Ministry of Defence Police and the Emergency Community recently supported a local school fayre.

I decided to join the MDP at Whitehall so that I could play my part in serving, protecting and connecting with the Defence HQ community and general public.

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MDP PC Authorised Firearms Officers on patrol, on road at Naval Base

Life in the MDP

Our people

MDP Project Servator officers at AWE, inside with AWE sign in the background

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Where could a career with the MDP take you?