Special Constables work on a voluntary basis at the front-line of policing and the criminal justice system. They work in partnership on a day-to-day basis with local communities, stakeholders and colleagues to promote law and order, reduce the fear of crime, provide reassurance and build confidence to improve the quality of life for citizens. A Special Constable carries the same legal powers as a Police Constable, and is developing their decision-making skills and capability to work autonomously by working under the supervision of a Regular Officer, or a Special Constable who has achieved Independent Patrol status. Special Constables are required to meet and maintain the highest professional standards required of their role, by conducting all actions in a legal, balanced, proportionate and justifiable manner to uphold the law and achieve the best outcomes in a wide range of situations/incidents.