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British Transport Police are exhibiting on stand A80 within the Government Zone. Come and meet their firearms team and the Specialist Response Unit (SRU), alongside the Citizens in Policing team. Plus, make sure you catch the firearms and SRU teams in action, demonstrating some of the techniques they deploy when responding to incidents. These exciting live demonstrations will take place across both days:
| Tue 24 Sept | Wed 25 Sept |
| 11:00 - Armed Intervention | 11:00 - Armed Intervention |
| 11:30 - SRU Suspicious Package Assessment | 11:30 - SRU Suspicious Package Assessment |
| 14:00 - Armed Intervention | 14:00 - Armed Intervention |
| 14:30 - SRU Suspicious Package Assessment | 14:30 - SRU Suspicious Package Assessment |
| 16:00 - Armed Intervention | |
| 16:30 - SRU Suspicious Package Assessment |
Specialist Response Unit
The Specialist Response Unit (SRU) is a unique resource within British policing. These officers are trained to respond to potential CBRN incidents with specialist equipment capable of detecting and assessing powders, liquids and gases, in addition to the X-Ray of suspicious packages. They are the first responders to suspicious items and are at the forefront of determining the appropriate subsequent emergency services response to potential explosive and CBRN incidents.
Firearms Team
Officers from the British Transport Police Armed Policing Unit deploy across the rail network to disrupt, deter and ultimately respond to spontaneous firearms (SFI) and terrorist incidents. The team returned to the event this year to showcase a selection of their equipment and tactics including firearms, less lethal devices and door entry apparatus. Firearms officers will also be on-hand to discuss the role Armed Policing plays in enhancing station security across the UK rail network.
Citizens in Policing
Citizens in Policing (CiP) is about volunteering with British Transport Police; as a Police Support Volunteer, a Cadet Leader or as a Special Constable. Engaging in these roles will give an insider’s view of policing and be a part of a team that values your contribution. Come and speak with the team on the stand to find out more.
