Disclose it all. It's better than something coming out a year down the line and losing your job.

Are you guys still being issued white shirts or have you moved onto the polo shirts??

Good luck mate.

Sorry to hear that you weren't successful at your ARC Lisa, nerves do strange things to people. Don't be disheartened though, reapply when you're able and I am sure you will pass the second time.

From what I gather your salary whilst training is based on 37hrs a week, and doesn't include your 17% unsociable hours (although don't quote me on that). I'm sure someone with more info will answer for you shortly.

It all seems a bit mixed up to me. I have an in person ARC booked for the 9th December. I'm glad I don't have to do the virtual one...for me...I need to actually be with the person I am talking to...not on facetime or similar.

Thanks Lisa. Good luck for tomorrow. Let us know how you get on.

My ARC is in Birmingham on the 9th Dec. Have not heard anything regarding the fitness test though.

Hi Taff... Would you say it's everything you expected?? I've got my ARC on Dec 9th. I cannot wait!!

What has been your most memorable moment so far?

I've just booked my ARC. So it appears they are resuming 'in person' assessments.

Yes. I've had the same message now for over a month. I guess due to covid they're either not running ARCs at the moment or are limiting them.

Is your training course residential or do you travel to the centre everyday??

Ok guys...so I just applied to another prison in my local area, and my test pass has transferred. So it appears that a pass with one application will now apply to all future applications. Just waiting for an ARC date now.

Thanks J129... and likewise.