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Banterbus28 · 13-01-2017 8:31pm

Its also an easy way to make a few quid if you k ow what you are doing. Get the beeswax out lol

Tackleberry1 · 14-01-2017 8:32pm

I'm actually nervous with what it's going to cost for the shopping list.. anyone have a ball park figure?

Just bought a house and trying to prepare for it so funds are tight... new house and new job all I need is a kid n I've a hat trick!

Banterbus28 · 14-01-2017 9:29pm

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R007 · 14-01-2017 11:02pm

Wait and discuss items with your room mate on the induction. For the room items split it down the middle on who will buy what etc.

R007 · 15-01-2017 11:56am

Do we the luxury of having our own shower cubicle or is GV just a line of communal showers?

//Found my answer: The showers are all in the same large room, but each shower unit is completely seperate and has a solid wooden door that can be locked from the inside. You bring in your towel and personal items so your privacy can be maintained at all times.

Clanman889 · 16-01-2017 12:01pm

When I got the call it was confirmed to me that the compulsory residential first few weeks at GV are no longer compulsory. Is anyone able to offer any insight into the potential drawbacks of not opting to reside on site at the start as has always been done. I would expect that first and foremost you could quite easily lose out on opportunity to bond with you squad mates etc but anything else to consider like falling behind on work or....?

Perhaps it's a right of passage we shouldn't be skipping. Just curious.

gigity gigity · 16-01-2017 5:00pm

Depends really on how much they have changed the programme, but in our first four weeks you needed to live in for the following reasons! Pre reads/ gym workouts/boot bulling-ironing / night time inspections/ bonding/ late nights with classes sometimes running on... In theory you could of course still do these things while not living in but it would be difficult!

R007 · 10-02-2017 1:28pm

FYI this shopping list is a little outdated following the GV review. There is no longer a requirement to bull boots, there are no show parades or room inspections (obviously your room should be kept clean). Also at the induction we were told there are more than enough irons and ironing boards.

swl33t · 10-02-2017 1:47pm

gigity gigity wrote: »

Depends really on how much they have changed the programme, but in our first four weeks you needed to live in for the following reasons! Pre reads/ gym workouts/boot bulling-ironing / night time inspections/ bonding/ late nights with classes sometimes running on... In theory you could of course still do these things while not living in but it would be difficult!

Cheers! Is there anything that does need to be got?

Nerves2016 · 10-02-2017 8:24pm

There are still room inspections and uniform parades still happen too....the list is still very much relevant

Take a good steam iron.....

Pottergirl16 · 10-02-2017 9:25pm

I think you get a list at induction. Theres alot needs got however an iron isnt one of them anymore from what ive heard. They supply the iron. Lots of stationary, cleaning products, bedding, toiletries, black gym wear, boot cleaning brushes and polish, and few other random bits.

Homer01 · 11-02-2017 12:48pm

Nerves2016 wrote: »

There are still room inspections and uniform parades still happen too....the list is still very much relevant

Take a good steam iron.....

I'm obviously not in but would tend to agree with you Nerves.

Plus I think I'd rather have my quality steam iron than the communal one

MIght be useful if our recent recruits reported back with a additions or subtractions after a few months. Maybe get Shield to update the front page.

Pottergirl16 · 11-02-2017 1:38pm

Another thing on the shopping list.. though cant imagine the one in the house will get much use with me not being home anyway!

Legally clueless · 12-02-2017 9:24pm

PE kit- for the top and bottoms can they have a small logo on them like the under armour or asics logo? Finding it hard to get plain black with no branding on them

Legally clueless · 12-02-2017 9:24pm

PE kit- for the top and bottoms can they have a small logo on them like the under armour or asics logo? Finding it hard to get plain black with no branding on them

Legally clueless · 12-02-2017 9:24pm

PE kit- for the top and bottoms can they have a small logo on them like the under armour or asics logo? Finding it hard to get plain black with no branding on them

majgreen · 12-02-2017 9:25pm

Yes, no problems with small logos

Legally clueless · 12-02-2017 9:51pm

majgreen wrote: »

Yes, no problems with small logos

Perfect thanks maj.

Legally clueless · 12-02-2017 10:13pm

This also may be a silly question. What's the gym facilities like in gv? Basic or abundant

Homer01 · 12-02-2017 10:21pm

Legally clueless wrote: »

This also may be a silly question. What's the gym facilities like in gv? Basic or abundant

I'm sure maj can answer better than me but others have said in the past the gym in GV is pretty good. Same goes for most stations.

majgreen · 13-02-2017 4:24pm

The gym in GV is fantastic. Two separate rooms, one more aimed at Cardio and a bit of free weights, the other more to do with lifting etc. You also have the gym hall and trim trail too. Gyms vary out at station, mine isn't fantastic but has all you need!

Clanman889 · 13-02-2017 5:08pm

Just wondering about kitting myself out with ample gear for PT and gym sessions. All black with minimal logos. Unfortunately no shorts, trackies only it would seem. I'm thinking a few pairs of cheap black trackies and tops from sports direct or Decathlon. Seem the best or what you folks think?

WannabePC123 · 13-02-2017 5:30pm

Are you not allowed black leggings? Just trackies?

Pottergirl16 · 13-02-2017 5:37pm

I believe leggings are ok.. at least i hope so..

majgreen · 13-02-2017 6:23pm

Leggings are fine. As are shorts. No one wants to wear trackie bottoms when it's hot outside! Bring both shorts and long bottoms

Clanman889 · 13-02-2017 7:11pm

That's a relief because the info specifically states no shorts due to the risk of injury. I was a little bemused by this though, thinking who in their right mind does full strength and conditioning sessions in baggy tracksuit bottoms. Glad to hear common sense will likely prevail. Just a shame about the ol' genetically stunted calf's lol

Homer01 · 13-02-2017 10:53pm

Clanman889 wrote: »

That's a relief because the info specifically states no shorts due to the risk of injury. I was a little bemused by this though, thinking who in their right mind does full strength and conditioning sessions in baggy tracksuit bottoms. Glad to hear common sense will likely prevail. Just a shame about the ol' genetically stunted calf's lol

Now if you get backsquadded because you graze your knee in non standard shorts don't come crying to us lol

Nerves2016 · 14-02-2017 1:17am

Small cheap casio watch with digital face is worth buying (£10 max)..think decathlon even do cheaper ones....great for record keeping and worth every penny

Lynxbro · 14-02-2017 1:26pm

Hey does anybody know if u moving up from roi do we need to get our national insurance number ourselves via contacting the relevant application offices? Or does anybody know what you are supposed to do?
Thanks in advance.

Pottergirl16 · 14-02-2017 1:32pm

Lynxbro wrote: »

Hey does anybody know if u moving up from roi do we need to get our national insurance number ourselves via contacting the relevant application offices? Or does anybody know what you are supposed to do?
Thanks in advance.

Think you need to do it yourself. It is all in the welcome pack I think - I didn't really read it as I have one but I'm sure that's what it said.

Tackleberry1 · 05-03-2017 6:23pm

Folks I've a few questions about induction weekend. Would be great if anyone could help.

Are there any items we should bring with us? Like a note pad etc?

I'm assuming its a suit and tie affair and no need to bring training gear?

How do we notify them if we would like to complete the 4 week residential or not and if we then decide we would rather stay at home are we allowed to leave?

How are we designated a room mate?

Is it still 2 per room?

I'm assuming same sex rooms?

Is induction weekend still over 2 days?

What if your room mate farts a lot? (asking for a friend) lol

Lynxbro · 05-03-2017 6:45pm

Note pad and pen is useful for the day that's in it for few notes .

Yes business attire so suit up.

Yes you get a room for the first week, after the week you must apply for further residental room or you get given a locker if you choose to leave.

Yes it is 2 per room

Yes male and female are separated for accommodation.

Induction day for us was one full day. Although nothing to say it could revert back depending on how they feel it went etc.

Homer01 · 05-03-2017 6:55pm

Definitely want a notebook and pen as your working life will be dependent on them from then onwards

Tackleberry1 · 05-03-2017 7:34pm

Cheers folks, can't wait!

jordansp21 · 10-03-2017 11:21am

Does anyone know how many overnights we have to do if any? or if there is any compulsory residential?

Homer01 · 10-03-2017 11:33am

jordansp21 wrote: »

Does anyone know how many overnights we have to do if any? or if there is any compulsory residential?

Residential is no longer compulsory so no overnights required.

jordansp21 · 10-03-2017 11:37am

Homer01 wrote: »

jordansp21 wrote: »

Does anyone know how many overnights we have to do if any? or if there is any compulsory residential?

Residential is no longer compulsory so no overnights required.

Thanks Homer!

FiremanGareth · 16-03-2017 7:14pm

When we get given out kit in GV on the first day does this include our ballistic vest and stab vest? And all the other kit?

FiremanGareth · 16-03-2017 7:19pm

And also do guys have to be clean shaven everyday? Or is a little stubble okay?

majgreen · 16-03-2017 7:31pm

You get your stab vest and flakker a few weeks in, and yes, clean shaven every day. No stubble allowed

Trainiac · 16-03-2017 7:31pm

Hey guys, part of the April squad, was told that the induction thing, was just one full day, 10 hours long, during the week, dont want to say too much publicly.
Im presuming we get told everything we need to know on that day

majgreen · 16-03-2017 7:33pm

You'll get everything you need to know on the day and have the opportunity to raise any questions too! Used to be two days but easily see why it's down to one!

FiremanGareth · 16-03-2017 7:35pm

Can someone clarify something that's already been through GV, I was told that we would go back to do a Further 10 weeks firearm training after we pass out at 22 weeks, is there any truth to this?

majgreen · 16-03-2017 7:36pm

FiremanGareth wrote: »

Can someone clarify something that's already been through GV, I was told that we would go back to do a Further 10 weeks firearm training after we pass out at 22 weeks, is there any truth to this?

No. This was the old way. Firearms is now incorporated into your training during the 22 weeks

FiremanGareth · 16-03-2017 7:38pm

majgreen wrote: »

FiremanGareth wrote: »

Can someone clarify something that's already been through GV, I was told that we would go back to do a Further 10 weeks firearm training after we pass out at 22 weeks, is there any truth to this?

No. This was the old way. Firearms is now incorporated into your training during the 22 weeks

So after the 22 weeks do we get told what station we will be going to and issued a firearm even though we will be on probation for 2 years??

majgreen · 16-03-2017 7:42pm

FiremanGareth wrote: »

majgreen wrote: »

FiremanGareth wrote: »

Can someone clarify something that's already been through GV, I was told that we would go back to do a Further 10 weeks firearm training after we pass out at 22 weeks, is there any truth to this?

No. This was the old way. Firearms is now incorporated into your training during the 22 weeks

So after the 22 weeks do we get told what station we will be going to and issued a firearm even though we will be on probation for 2 years??

Yes, you'll not be let out on the ground without a firearm. You'll also not pass your training if they don't think you're safe with it, so there's no issues.

FiremanGareth · 16-03-2017 7:45pm

Majgreen thank you for the replies one last question donwe get to pick what station/area we want or do we get allocated it automatically

majgreen · 16-03-2017 7:46pm

FiremanGareth wrote: »

Majgreen thank you for the replies one last question donwe get to pick what station/area we want or do we get allocated it automatically

You can select three/four districts you would wish to work in, however stations are allocated based on operational need. Not everyone gets the area they want but that's the nature of the beast

shanevendrell · 16-03-2017 8:27pm

I thought they had relaxed the need to be clean shaven everyday?

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