Sussex Police celebrated the arrival of 56 new officers in a special ceremony.
The recruits officially swore their oath to King Charles III in front of an audience of distinguished guests, including Chief Constable Jo Shiner.
Chief Constable, Jo Shiner said, "It’s an honour to welcome 56 newly attested officers into Sussex Police, marking the beginning of their careers at a ceremony held on October 16 at the East Sussex National Hotel.
“I am eager to see the contributions they will make as they serve our communities. Their work will be central to achieving our primary objectives, protect communities, catch criminals, and deliver an outstanding service.
"We take pride in offering various pathways into policing in Sussex, giving individuals more opportunities and flexibility to positively impact the communities they serve."
Sussex Police is continuing to actively recruit for a wide range of roles.