Applications to become a PCSP Independent Member have reopened
15 November 2023

The Northern Ireland Policing Board is seeking to appoint PCSP Independent Members across these Council areas:
- Antrim & Newtownabbey
- Causeway, Coast & Glens
- Derry & Strabane
- Fermanagh & Omagh
- Mid & East Antrim
- Newry, Mourne & Down
Who can become an Independent Member?
You must be at least 18 years old and live in or be able to demonstrate a close connection and active interest to the council area for which you are making an application.
You can find out more about the role of PCSP and DPCSP members in the Members’ Handbook. You can access the applicant information booklet here, and the appointment timeline here.
You can find out more about the role of PCSP and DPCSP members in the Members’ Handbook.
How do I apply?
Following a competition which ran earlier this year, applications re-opened for these Council areas on 15 November 2023 and will close at 12 noon on Friday 15 December 2023. You can visit the online application portal by clicking here, or by scanning the QR code in the image below.
PLEASE NOTE, IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION FOR THESE AREAS, YOU DO NOT NEED TO RESUBMIT.
If you need additional information on the application process, or an alternative format of application form, email us on pcsp@nipolicingboard.org.uk