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Introduction

The A&F Department provides directions in all matters concerning administrative and financial matters in the Force, and works closely with Vital.org in the management and provision of transactional financial functions. Its primary role is to optimise administrative and financial resources to meet the operational needs of the SPF.

Mission

To provide timely and effective administrative, finance and procurement services.

Roles / Functions

A&F Department’s main roles are:

Introduction

The Centre for Protective Security (CPS) was formed to consolidate capabilities and functions to support the implementation of Infrastructure Protection and Security Industry Transformation. CPS brings together relevant regulatory, operational and technical expertise across different Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) units to enable a co-ordinated approach to strengthening Singapore’s protective security landscape.

CPS provides protective security training and advisories to stakeholders and manage key security programmes like Red Teaming and TOPSIS (Threat Oriented Persons Screening Integrated System) to enhance the overall capability of Home Team Departments, home-front agencies and key stakeholders.

Mission

To enhance the protective security standards in Singapore so as to ensure Singapore’s safety and security. We do this by implementing the Infrastructure Protection Act, transforming the security industry and building protective security capabilities.

Roles / Functions

CPS’s main roles are:

Contact Details

Address:
391 New Bridge Road Police Cantonment Complex Block D Level 2 Singapore 088762
Secondary address: Home Team Academy, 501 Old Choa Chu Kang Road Singapore 698928
Email: spf_cps@spf.gov.sg

Introduction

The Community Partnership Department (CPD) was established to oversee and drive SPF’s community engagement and partnership efforts. It is the staff authority for SPF’s community engagement and partnership strategies, policies, structures and programmes.

Mission

To prepare, organise and partner the community to achieve SPF’s mission.

Roles / Functions

CPD’s main roles are:

Introduction

The Inspectorate and Risk Management Department (IRMD) acts as an independent and objective department to be responsible for the governance, risk management and internal controls of SPF. Through risk-based internal auditing and active risk incident tracking, IRMD provides assurance and consultation services for ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of the internal controls of high-risk areas within SPF.

Mission

To provide a fair and accurate assurance to the SPF Senior Management by putting in place a sustainable and effective force-wide risk-based internal control and assurance framework, to help them fulfil their oversight responsibilities in Governance, Risk Management and Compliance, in support of SPF Mission.

Roles / Functions

IRMD is supported by the three divisions: - Operational Inspectorate Division (OID), Finance and Resource Inspectorate Division (FRID) and Risk Management Division (RMD).

Introduction

IAO is headed by a Director with 2 Special Investigation Teams and an Internal Prosecution Office. The 2 Special Investigation Teams which consist of Senior Officers as investigators. As an independent Office, IAO will centrally manage investigation into serious disciplinary and criminal cases committed under colour of office involving SPF officers. Besides ensuring high investigation standards and consistencies, IAO will also proactively explore ways to address rising trends in certain types of criminal or disciplinary offences so that SPF can proactively engage the right target group to arrest such trends.

Mission

The mission of the Internal Affairs Office is to uphold Police values and maintain public trust through independent investigation into complaints and offences involving SPF’s officers.

Roles / Functions

IAO’s roles and responsibilities include the following:

1. Central management of the investigation into serious disciplinary and criminal cases;
2. Ensure high investigation standards;
3. Support Manpower Department to identify disciplinary trends;
4. Develop and share case studies;
5. Identification of trends of misconducts/ crimes for follow-up.

Introduction

The International Cooperation Department (ICD) was established as the staff authority on all international engagement efforts of the Singapore Police Force (SPF).

Mission

To enhance SPF’s operational effectiveness, bolster continuous capability-building and strengthen our international standing through good relations forged with worldwide strategic partners.

Roles / Functions

ICD’s main roles are:

Introduction

Manpower Department (MPD) is the staff authority to deal with all human resource (HR) matters in the Singapore Police Force (SPF).

Mission

To recruit, retain and develop the right people, and to provide an appropriate exit system.

Roles / Functions

MPD’s main roles are:

1. All HR functions including administration of terms of conditions of service, postings, promotion, career development, performance management and talent grooming.
2. All recruitment functions including recruitment programmes, career talks and scholarship administration.
3. All discipline matters to maintain discipline and integrity in the force and administration and processing of awards to deserving officers.
4. All manpower planning functions including planning for optimal manpower resources through careful monitoring of trends and compensation package as well as long term strategic manpower planning.
5. To promote esprit de corps among the officers and enhance their welfare and general well-being through the administering of welfare amenities/schemes and activities like recreational facilities, sporting activities and financial assistance scheme.
6. To design and develop the structure, process and system changes required to modernise SPF’s HR processes and service delivery.
7. To provide timely and effective career transition support and services to retiring and retired officers of the Force.

Introduction

Operations Department is the staff authority on operational matters within the Singapore Police Force.

Mission

The Mission of Operations Department is “To turn Plans into Action”.

Roles / Functions

To achieve its mission, Operations Department adopts the three key strategic thrusts of Operational Excellence, Operational Readiness and Operational Development. There are 11 divisions under the department and they manage the following core operational functions under the three thrusts. The department also oversees the Home Team Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Unit and the New Phoenix Park Security Unit.

Operations Department also oversees the New Phoenix Park Security Unit (NPPk SU). The NPPk SU has the overall mandate to take charge of the overall protective security and access control of NPPk.

Introduction

The Planning & Organisation Department (P&O), is a staff department responsible for charting the future of the Singapore Police Force (SPF) through strategic planning, capability building and organisational development, in order to keep the SPF relevant in an ever-changing world.

Mission

To drive strategic planning, capability building and organisational development in the SPF to ensure its success now and in the future.

Roles / Functions

P&O Department’s main roles are:

Introduction

The Police Regulatory Department (PRD) regulates persons and activities in support of SPF’s mission to prevent, deter and detect crime. Our regulatory regimes include Public Entertainment, Liquor, Massage Establishments, Secondhand Goods Dealers, House-to-house and Street Collections, Debt Collection businesses, Guns, Explosives and Weapons, the Private Security Industry and the Auxiliary Police Forces.

For more information on our licences, please visit our e-services at https://eservices1.police.gov.sg/phub/eservices/homepage

If you wish to apply for a licence, please log in to the GoBusiness website via https://www.gobusiness.gov.sg/licences/find-licence-by-agency/

If you wish to know the status of your Licence Application, please log in to the GoBusiness website using your Singpass or Corp-Pass and select “My Submissions” in the drop down menu.

If you require assistance for GoBusiness matters, please contact GoBusiness Helpdesk at: 6774 1430 (during office hours) or email your enquiry to licences-helpdesk@crimsonlogic.com.sg.

Mission

To effectively regulate sectors under our its licensing regimes in support of SPF's mission to prevent, deter and detect crime.

Roles / Functions

The PRD is responsible for policy formulation, application processing and enforcement action across its licensing regimes.

Contact Details

Address:
Police Cantonment Complex
391 New Bridge Road, Block D, #02-701
Singapore 088762

If you have an enquiry for PRD, please fill out the FormSG at https://go.gov.sg/spf-prd or contact us by phone at 6835 0000.

Introduction

The Police Logistics Department (PLD) was established with the mission to provide timely mission-centric capabilities for the Singapore Police Force (SPF). PLD is responsible for the acquisition, distribution, maintenance and disposal of non-ICT equipment and accoutrement, armament, automotive and infrastructures.

Mission

To support the mission of SPF by providing timely mission-centric capabilities.

Roles / Functions

PLD is organised into seven Divisions to support its mission.

Introduction

The Police National Service Department (PNSD) consists of various branches, namely NSmen Personnel, NSF Personnel, Planning and Provost & Discipline. The different branches work together, enabling better focus on training, deployment, welfare and benefit, and discipline for the PNS population that Police National Service Department serves.

Mission

To ensure Police National Service Resources are operationally ready.

Roles / Functions

PNSD’s main roles are:

1. All PNS personnel affairs and development functions (e.g. enlistment, posting, promotion, welfare, rewards, compensation and remuneration)
2. Formulation of policies and implementation plans for the development and optimisation of PNS resources
3. Improving the discipline of PNS personnel by a two-pronged strategy of prevention and deterrence

Introduction

The Public Affairs Department (PAD) enhances the reputation and brand image of the Singapore Police Force (SPF) through the effective management of communications to the media and members of the public. Our key responsibilities include:

1. The liaison authority between the SPF and the news media, as well as for information management and crisis communications;
2. Development of SPF’s corporate communication strategies and policies;
3. Production of publications and multimedia content; and
4. Preserving and promoting SPF’s heritage.
   
   

Mission

To enhance the reputation of the SPF and public trust through strategic and effective communication.

Roles / Functions

PAD’s main roles are:

Introduction

The Service Delivery Department (SDD) plays a key role in ensuring that the Singapore Police Force (SPF) delivers professional police services and in so doing, garner greater public trust and confidence in the SPF. The department works in close partnership with other SPF departments/units as well as external agencies to achieve the service oriented outcomes.

Mission

To ensure that the SPF delivers professional police service at every interaction with the community so as to discharge our Police mission effectively.

Roles / Functions

SDD main roles are:

Introduction

The Training & Capability Development Department (TCDD) was formed as part of Singapore Police Force (SPF) Training Transformation Plan to enhance and professionalise training in SPF.

Mission

To lead the training community towards training excellence.

Roles / Functions

TCDD is the staff authority on all training matters in SPF. It comprises five divisions responsible for driving training transformation and capability development; ensuring training safety and effectiveness; adopting new instructional technologies; and professionalising training in SPF.

TCDD is driving the implementation of the SPF’s Training Transformation Plan. The philosophy underpinning the training transformation is that officers must be trained for the job they are deployed for, training can take place anytime and anywhere, individual officers must take responsibility for their own training, and leaders must take ownership of workplace learning to reinforce the mindset that training is mission critical.

The nexus between operations and training cannot be overemphasised. The SPF will dedicate attention to training capability development and delivery in support of current and future operations. This ensures that officers are equipped with timely and relevant skills and competencies to perform their jobs effectively, leading to mission success. At the organisational level, this will ensure that the SPF becomes a more capable and dynamic police force, one that is well prepared for any contingencies and future challenges.

Introduction

The Volunteer Special Constabulary (VSC) comprises volunteers from all walks of life, from professionals such as lawyers and engineers to blue-collar executives, bonded with the same aspiration to serve the nation by complementing the SPF. VSC Officers don the same police uniform as their regular counterparts and are deployed to the various land divisions and specialist units.

Mission

To support the SPF to prevent, deter and detect crime through volunteerism.

Roles / Functions

VSC recruits undergo a non-residential Police Officer Basic Course at the Home Team Academy. The Course is conducted in the evenings, twice a week, for a duration of about 6 months. It imparts the volunteers with basic police skills, basic legal knowledge, street craft, firearms training, physical training, drills and unarmed combat. Recruits will be required to pass a prescribed examination at the end of the training period.

On completion of the course, VSC Officers are posted to various Land Divisions or Specialised Units, namely 7 Police Land divisions, Airport Police, Police Coast Guard, Transport Security Command and Traffic Police. Though posting choices are provided, they are subjected to organisational needs of the SPF. Officers are required to perform a minimum of 16 hours of duty per month and will receive an allowance of S$5.20 per hour, regardless of rank.

The Commercial Affairs Department (CAD) is the principal white-collar crime investigation agency in Singapore. We investigate commercial and financial crimes and safeguard Singapore’s integrity as a world-class financial and commercial centre through vigilant and professional enforcement of the laws.

CAD Groups

Enforcement Group

The Enforcement Group comprises the:

Financial Investigation Group

Intelligence & Admin Group

The Intelligence & Admin Group comprises the:

If you are interested in the Commercial Affairs Scheme, please submit your enquiries to SPF_CAD_Recruitment@spf.gov.sg.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect crime through excellence in investigation.

CID Divisions

Introduction

Ops-Tech Department (OTD) is the specialist staff department in Singapore Police Force (SPF) that will provide strategic guidance on how SPF can leverage new developments in science and technology across SPF functions.

Mission

To drive digital transformation and integrate operations with technology and data in SPF.

Vision

To make SPF the most tech-enabled and data-powered force in the world.

Roles / Functions

The following are roles performed by Ops-Tech Department:

Introduction

Police Intelligence Department (PID) has its roots in the Criminal Intelligence Unit (CIU) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) which was set up on 1 April 1973 to support CID's investigations. To reap greater synergies and for better intelligence collation across the entire SPF, the CIU was revamped and upgraded to a division of CID in October 1988. It subsequently grew to become a full-fledged Department on 28 March 1996. That marked the tremendous progress of the unit over the years and reflected the importance of Intelligence alongside Investigation and Operations as the 3 key pillars of policing towards effective law enforcement.

Vision

PID’s vision is to be:

1. A world-class criminal intelligence agency
2. The navigator for the Force
3. A formidable pillar in keeping our nation safe and secure
4. A family of valued professionals working in and for our best home

Mission

The mission of the Police Intelligence Department is to provide useful intelligence to prevent, deter, and detect crime in Singapore

Roles / Functions

The Police Intelligence Department (PID) is responsible for the specialised field of intelligence operations in the SPF. It takes charge of all other intelligence matters, including police intelligence doctrines and related policies in support of SPF’s mission.

PID is also the staff authority for intelligence processing and analysis functions in the SPF. The scope of responsibilities include: enrichment of crime data and information; compilation and dissemination of national crime statistics; assessment of Overall Crimes situation and crime concerns; discovery of criminal groups, syndicates or networks; and identification of environment drivers and trends that impact crime, public order and security in Singapore.

Introduction

The Police Psychological Services Department is the staff authority on psychological matters and serve as SPF’s dedicated psychology outfit tasked to develop cross-cutting psychological knowledge and capabilities into ensuring police organizational and operational excellence.

Mission

To use psychological principles to support officers, and to enhance the operational and organisational effectiveness of SPF using evidence-based practices.

Roles / Functions

Introduction

The Airport Police Division (APD)  is the state authority responsible for aviation security in Singapore. APD strives to make Changi and Seletar airports the safest airports in the world. It works closely with key aviation stakeholders to protect our airports against terrorism and acts of unlawful interference so as to ensure a safe and secure air travel for passengers.

Mission

To protect Singapore Civil Aviation against crime.

Roles / Functions

APD functions as the law enforcement agency, responsible for the maintenance of law and order within its jurisdiction, which encompasses the Singapore Changi Airport, Seletar Airport, Changi Airfreight Centre and Airport Logistics Park of Singapore.

SPF is also the Appropriate Authority for civil aviation security in Singapore, fulfilling its international obligation to the International Civil Aviation Organisation framework. APD, as the executive arm of the SPF, is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the National Civil Aviation Security Programme, National Civil Aviation Security Training Programme and National Civil Aviation Security Quality Control Programme. It protects the security of international civil aviation in the airports and safeguard against acts of unlawful interference aimed at passengers, personnel, aircrafts, airport terminals and aircraft navigation installations.

In carrying out its roles, APD maintains close relationships with its partners which comprises the Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority, other government agencies, Changi Airport Group, airline operators, ground handling agencies and other private organisations operating within the airports.

With the airports as vital installations linking Singapore with the rest of the world, APD strives to fulfil its duties through robust and relevant security measures, enabling Changi Airport, as Singapore’s only international airport, to retain its accolade as one of the best international airports in the world.

Introduction

The history of the Gurkha Contingent (GC) is intrinsically linked to the formative years of Singapore when it was called upon many times to help restore law and order on the streets. Throughout this period, the unit repeatedly demonstrated its reputation as an effective impartial force characterised by its total discipline and loyalty.

The GC was formed to provide a "strong-arm" within the Police Force capable of quelling civil disturbance and carrying out specialist security tasks. The majority of the unit’s police officers are Gurkhas recruited from a small number of hill tribes in Nepal. These Gurkhas possess the qualities best suited to service in the Contingent, specifically: physical and mental robustness, resourcefulness and an uncomplaining dependability.

Today, the GC carries out many diverse roles for the Singapore Police Force (SPF). These roles are still very much related to the security tasks for which GC was originally formed.

Mission

To react rapidly and decisively in support of SPF operations.

Roles / Functions

As a world-class security unit, tough, vigilant, and steadfast, fully trained and manned, and employing the traditional Gurkha to the best of his natural abilities, the GC is to achieve operational success across the spectrum of para-military operations to help safeguard Singapore.

Introduction

The Home Team School of Criminal Investigation (HTSCI) was established as a specialist unit under the Singapore Police Force (SPF) to serve the investigation training needs of the Police and the Home Team. HTSCI reports to a Board of Management (BOM), chaired by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Investigations and Intelligence). The BOM comprises senior investigation and management staff from the Home Team Academy, Casino Regulatory Authority, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, Central Narcotics Bureau and the Commercial Affairs Department.

Mission

To train all investigation and forensic officers in the Home Team and related law enforcement agencies with skills and competencies, and in new capabilities, to face current and future challenges in criminal investigation work.

Roles / Functions

HTSCI strives to be at the leading edge of criminal investigation training, establishing standards of excellence in training and learning for investigation and forensic officers. It serves as the beacon to guide knowledge, skills and competency development in criminal investigation in the Home Team.

HTSCI conducts courses to meet the investigation training needs of all Home Team Departments (HTDs). HTSCI courses are attended by investigation and forensic officers from HTDs and other law enforcement agencies.  The courses range from milestone, to specialised courses and to modular workshops.  Milestone courses train investigators progressively through the basic to intermediate and advanced investigation courses.  Investigation Leadership courses are held for investigation supervisors and leaders at various levels.  Specialised courses cover areas such as financial investigation, tech crime investigation, forensics and post blast investigation. Modular workshops and seminars are organised on subject matters such as interview skills, legal related matters and on new trends and developments. The school also facilitates networking and peer-learning, with a view to strengthen investigators across the entire spectrum of HTDs, contributing to greater Home Team effectiveness.

The school has outreached to institutes of higher learning, related enforcement agencies and international law enforcement training counterparts.  Regional training seminars are occasionally organised on specialised investigation areas.

In its daily operations, the school is supported by full-time and adjunct trainers drawn from the investigation community. It works closely with operational investigation units to plan and conduct the courses.  HTSCI also engages its stakeholders regularly to ensure currency of its course curriculum. The school constantly enhances its training methodology and use of technology to support its delivery of training programmes.

Contact Details

All investigation-training related queries may be forwarded to SPF_HTSCI_Training@spf.gov.sg

Introduction

Police Coast Guard (PCG) is focused on strengthening its maritime policing capabilities and keeping abreast of new developments to enable it to meet various challenges in its diverse operating environment. The focus on training and capability building is required to safeguard the safety and security of Singapore waters.

Mission

To Prevent, Deter and Detect Crime in Singapore Territorial Waters.

Roles / Functions

PCG comprises 8 staff branches and 12 line units. The staff branches provide support to the line units in various areas like policy, budget, resources and manpower planning.

Its 12 line units include 4 regions, squadrons and essential support functions like Technical Command and Training School. The nerve centre, PCG Command Centre coordinates the daily activities on the front.

PCG has 4 bases which are strategically located around Singapore. Loyang and Lim Chu Kang Regional bases cover the northern port waters (sea off Tuas, Johor Straits and sea of Changi). Brani and Gul Regional bases cover the southern port waters including the southern islands. Brani Regional Base is also where the PCG Headquarter is based.

PCG deploys a multi-layered defence to safeguard Singapore’s porous coastline. PCG leverage on international cooperation, intelligence, surveillance, boat patrols, coastline hardening and land patrols to achieve their desired outcome of a safe and secure waters.

Introduction

Police Operations Command Centre (POCC) is the nerve centre of the Singapore Police Force operations. This is where all ‘999’ calls from members of public are received and frontline police officers are despatched to attend to incidents. In addition, crime related information submitted through text-based (i.e. SMS ‘70999’) and on-line platforms (i.e. Police i-Witness and SGSecure mobile application) are received and attended to at POCC.

Roles / Functions

When an incident is reported, POCC proactively seeks out more information from various sources such as calls from members of public, Police cameras and social media platforms to make sense of the situation. These information will be provided swiftly to the frontline responders to aid in incident management. POCC coordinates island-wide responses to all incidents across Singapore, including activating additional/specialised forces to support the frontline officers in managing incidents.

Introduction

An abortive assassination on Sir Franklin Gimson, then Governor of the Straits Settlement of Singapore, marked the birth of the VIP squad. The squad was subsequently renamed as Security Branch, with about 30 detective sergeants dedicated to protect the Chief Minister and the Legislative Assemblymen.

Following Singapore’s declaration of independence in 1965, the size of Security Branch was doubled to ensure the personal security of the President, Prime Minister and Cabinet Ministers. Eventually, Security Branch was renamed as Police Security Command (SecCom) and it is now situated at Lorong 4 Toa Payoh.

Mission

To ensure the safety and security of its protectees.

Roles / Functions

Police Security Command is responsible for the personal safety and security of all Cabinet Ministers and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Introduction

Protective Security Command (ProCom) was established to further enhance SPF’s protective security capability and improve the operational readiness of National Service and NS officers’ experience.

Mission

To protect strategic events and locations during Peacetime and National Emergency.

Roles / Functions

Introduction

The Public Transport Security Command (TransCom) was officially commissioned to better meet the security demands of the expanding public land transport system. TransCom is a Singapore Police Force (SPF) specialist unit established to oversee and manage all policing efforts throughout the entire public land transport network in Singapore, which comprises rail (both MRT and LRT) and bus networks.

Mission

To protect Singapore’s public land transport system against Crime.

Roles / Functions

The basic unit of TransCom’s frontline patrol resources is the Foot Patrol Group (FPG). One of the main tasks performed by the FPGs is the conduct of high visibility foot patrols within the MRT system (i.e. MRT stations and trains) to detect and deter crime, including terrorism. FPGs are usually the first resources that would be despatched to incidents reported in the public transport system.

The Special Operations Command (SOC) is the strategic force of the Singapore Police Force (SPF). The SOC consists of three main units:

• Police Tactical Unit (PTU)
• Special Tactics and Rescue (STAR) Unit
• Police K-9 Unit

SOC also oversees three auxiliary units:

• Crisis Negotiation Unit (CNU)
• Special Women Task Team (SWTT)
• United Nations Peacekeeping Force (UNPKF)

Mission

To provide the highest level of tactical options to prevent, deter and detect crime.

Roles / Functions

The role of Traffic Police is   to safeguard the safety of all road users through education and engagement, as well as enforcement where needed. Our Traffic Police are easily recognisable by their white uniforms that distinguish them from our police teams in blue.

What Do Our Traffic Police Do?

• Enforce road traffic rules to maintain law and order on the roads
• Investigate accidents that result in injury or fatality as well as serious traffic violations
• Formulate traffic policies
• Set training standards of the driving schools and administer the theory and practical driving tests before issuing driving licences to the public
• Regularly educate and engage the community to raise the road safety awareness through road safety campaigns, events and dialogues

Should You Need to Contact Us
10, Ubi Avenue 3
Singapore 408865

Investigation Branch Call Centre:
Tel: 6547 6391 for updates to your case.

TP Information Hotline:
Tel: 6547 0000 (only to provide information as a witness to a road traffic accident).

Counter Services:
By appointment only. Book via SPF e-Services

Operating Hours:

Investigation Branch Call Centre Operating Hours:

• Weekdays: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm
• Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays: Closed

Hotline Operating Hours:

• Weekdays: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm
• Saturdays: 8.30 am – 1.00 pm
• Sundays and Public Holidays: Closed

Counter Services Operating Hours:

• Weekdays: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm (latest queue ticket issue – 5:00 pm)
• Saturdays: 8.30 am – 1.00 pm (latest queue ticket issue – 12:30 pm)
• Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Introduction

Currently located in the Home Team Academy (HTA), the Police Training Command (TRACOM) is the primary training institute of the Singapore Police Force (SPF), as all police officers pass through its training doors before assuming their duties in the respective units.

TRACOM undertakes the training of recruits as well as serving officers. TRACOM conducts foundation courses, milestone commanders’ courses, as well as generic vocational courses. In addition, TRACOM also conducts skills maintenance and refresher courses for serving officers, develops and curate training contents for workplace training. Fresh police recruits undergo residential training aimed at equipping them with core operational skills, individual soft skills as well as team skills to prepare them for frontline duties. Core values and discipline are inculcated so that they will truly serve the community and country, by upholding the high moral standards necessary for SPF to continue discharging its duties.

Training at TRACOM is not limited to the classroom. Field training, which includes physical fitness training, scenario-based training and experimental learning, is an important component of many training programmes. In sum, TRACOM is committed to enhancing the capability of SPF officers to discharge their responsibilities effectively and efficiently, making Singapore a safe and secure home for all.

Mission

TRACOM’s mission is to “turn recruits into Police officers and Leaders”. It also provides training to serving Police Officers both in and out of the academy to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed for them to perform their jobs well.

Roles / Functions

TRACOM comprises the following schools and units:

1. Basic Training School: basic police training for National Service and Regular police officers
2. Advance Training School: vocational training for police officers posted to the frontline
3. Leadership & Executive Training School: leadership training for police officers
4. Curriculum Assessment Branch: curriculum reviews and assessment

These units are supported by the Manpower, and Corporate Services Branch. In addition, the Police Band and the National Police Cadet Corps also come under the purview of TRACOM.

Singapore Police Force Band

The Singapore Police Force Band (SPF Band) boasts a rich heritage and is currently the oldest band in Singapore. To date, the Band has won international recognition and awards, and boasts a wide repertoire of music ranging from light classics, popular favourites, big band and the ethnic music of Southeast Asia to the more serious classical transcriptions.

Besides encompassing a host of ensembles such as the Military Band, Concert Band, Police Quintet, SPF Combo Band, SPF Duo, SPF Big Band, the Fusion Quintet and the Brass Quintet, the band also has the distinction of being the only service band in Singapore that is complemented by bagpipes and drums, known as the Women Police Pipes & Drums (WPPD). The Gurkha Contingent Pipes & Drums (GCPD) make a considerable contribution to unit esprit de corps and are viewed as an embodiment of it by a wide cross section of the public and SPF. The GCPD regularly combines with the SPF Band and Women Police Pipes & Drums to form the SPF Combined Band, and performs at selected high-profile events.

Introduction

Ang Mo Kio Division serves a residential population of over 1.1 million residents. Its area of coverage includes mature housing estates such as Ang Mo Kio, Hougang and Serangoon. It also oversees young but rapidly-developing residential estates like Sengkang and Punggol.

Mission

The mission of Ang Mo Kio Division is to prevent, detect and deter crime.

Roles / Functions

Ang Mo Kio Division commands a total of six Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPCs) and six Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPPs). Since the inception of the NPC system, there has been close rapport and collaboration between the police and the community. This partnership has enabled more public-assisted arrests and brought crime rates down.

Community policing is also fundamental to securing the neighbourhoods against security threats. Ang Mo Kio Division constantly educates and raises the public's awareness of the security threats and how the community can work with the police to combat terrorism together.

Contact Details

Ang Mo Kio Division Headquarters
51 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9
Singapore 569784
Tel : 1800 – 218 0000

Introduction

Bedok Division covers approximately 114 square kilometres of the eastern sector of Singapore.

G Division serves about 800 thousand residents in private and public housing estates within its boundaries. In addition, scattered throughout the division's jurisdiction are several industrial estates, as well as other commercial, sporting and recreational facilities, which include the Singapore Sports Hub, East Coast Park, Our Tampines Hub and Downtown East.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect Crime.

Roles / Functions

Bedok Division comprises of 6 Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPC) and 17 Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPP). The 6 NPCs are Bedok, Changi, Geylang, Marine Parade, Pasir Ris and Tampines.

Its core functions are the provision of frontline ground responses to reported incidents, follow-up investigations, public education and engagement, and counter services at their NPCs and NPPs.

Contact Details

Bedok Division Headquarters
30 Bedok North Road
Singapore 469676
Tel : 1800 - 244 0000

Introduction

Amongst the 7 Land Divisions covering all of Singapore’s primary land mass, Central Division has the smallest operational area, covering just over 27 square kilometres and has a residential population of around 280,000.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect Crime.

Roles / Functions

Central Division’s roles and functions are driven by Singapore Police Force’s Vision - A Force for the Nation - To Make Singapore the Safest Place in the World and Mission - To prevent, deter and detect crime. The unique operational terrain of the Division entrusts it with the responsibility of safe-guarding investors’ confidence by ensuring the safety and security of vital commercial infrastructure, ensuring the safe conduct of business activities.

Central Division’s Headquarter (HQ) is located at Police Cantonment Complex, and is co-located with Bukit Merah East Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPC), one of the three NPCs under Central Division. The other two NPCs are - Marina Bay NPC, located at the heart of the Central Business District (CBD), and Rochor NPC, located within the cultural enclave of Little India. Central Division’s operational terrain presents both public order and public security challenges. The Division covers areas ranging from residential estates such as Tanjong Pagar, Tiong Bahru, Jalan Besar and Serangoon Road; to the heart of Singapore’s economy, the CBD; and to unique ethnic enclaves such as Chinatown, Little India, Little Thailand and Little Myanmar.

Central Division also hosts unique operational capabilities; such as the Police Custodial Branch (PCB) and the Warrant Enforcement Unit (WEU). The PCB oversees the Regional Lock-Up, the largest Police lock-up facility in Singapore; which houses accused persons from 15 Law Enforcements Agencies such as Central Division, Clementi Division, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the Commercial Affairs Department (CAD), Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA), Singapore Customs etc. The PCB also maintains law and order at the State Courts of Singapore, Family Justice Court and the Supreme Court. The Warrant Enforcement Unit (WEU) enforces and manages Warrants of Arrest (WAs) issued by the Courts, and works closely with 21 law enforcement agencies to enforce and track WAs.

Contact Details

Central Division Headquarters
391 New Bridge Road #03-112 Police Cantonment Complex Block A
Singapore 088762
Tel : 1800-2240000

Introduction

Clementi Division covers about 96 square kilometres in the South-Western part of Singapore. Clementi Division covers Jurong Island, home to petroleum companies and Sentosa Island, which receives more than 50,000 visitors daily. It also covers 4 terminals; Singapore Cruise Centre, Jurong Fishery Port, West Coast Pier and PSA Pasir Panjang.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect Crime.

Roles / Functions

Clementi Division serves the community through a network of 4 Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPCs) and 9 Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPPs). The NPCs are Clementi, Queenstown, Bukit Merah West and Jurong East. The estates covered are Jurong East, Clementi, Queenstown and parts of Bukit Merah and Bukit Timah.

Contact Details

Clementi Division Headquarters
6 Lempeng Drive
Singapore 128496
Tel : 1800 - 774 0000

Introduction

Jurong Division serves a residential population of over seven hundred and thirty thousand residents which covers a stretch of land from Boon Lay and Tuas in the west to areas like Bukit Batok, Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Panjang in the northwest. Besides residential estates, it also covers major industrial areas and has a long coastal area lined with over 100 sea-fronting companies.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect crime.

Roles / Functions

Jurong Division serves the community through a network of 5 Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPCs), 6 Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPPs) and 1 redesigned NPP. The 5 NPCs are Nanyang NPC, Jurong West NPC, Bukit Batok NPC, Bukit Panjang NPC and Choa Chu Kang NPC. These NPCs are at the forefront of the Division’s community policing efforts, forging close rapport and collaboration between the police and the community to proactively address crimes, safety and security concerns in the community. Jurong Division works in partnership with a total of 144 grassroots organisation to ensure the safety of our neighbourhoods.

Contact Details

Jurong Division Headquarters
No 2, Jurong West Ave 5
Singapore 649482
Tel : 6791 0000

Introduction

Tanglin Division oversees the safety and security of the central region in Singapore. The division’s policing jurisdiction covers several areas which include residential estates, schools, hospitals, hotels, embassies, as well as iconic buildings such as the Istana and the Interpol Global Complex for Innovation. The division is also responsible for upholding law and order in popular retail and entertainment districts such as Orchard Road and Clarke Quay.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect crime within Tanglin Division’s area of jurisdiction.

Roles / Functions

Tanglin Division comprises five Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPCs) and seven redesigned Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPPs). The five NPCs are Bishan NPC, Toa Payoh NPC, Kampong Java NPC, Orchard NPC and Bukit Timah NPC. The seven redesigned NPPs (Self-Help Kiosks Only) are Bishan NPP, Boon Teck NPP, Kim Keat NPP, Kim Seng NPP, Moulmein NPP, Thomson NPP and Whampoa NPP.

Tanglin Division performs the following functions:

• Police frontline response
• Proactive patrol
• Investigations
• Public education
• Community engagement
• Police counter services

As part of the division’s commitment to prevent, deter and detect crime, the officers work closely with the community to enhance security and response measures against the evolving threats and terrorism.

Contact Details

Tanglin Division Headquarters
21 Kampong Java Road
Singapore 228892
Tel : 6391 0000

Introduction

Woodlands Division was created to serve the expanding needs for policing services in the north of Singapore, due to the expanding resident population, retail spaces and transport nodes. Woodlands Division is strategically located to improve police response in the north and contributes directly to SPF’s vision of making Singapore the safest place in the world.

Mission

To prevent, deter and detect crime.

Roles / Functions

Woodlands Division serves the community through a network of 5 Neighbourhood Police Centres (NPCs) and 4 Neighbourhood Police Posts (NPPs). The 5 NPCs are Sembawang NPC, Yishun North NPC, Yishun South NPC, Woodlands East NPC and Woodlands West NPC. These NPCs are at the forefront of the Division’s community policing efforts, forging close rapport and collaboration between the police and the community to proactively address crimes, safety and security concerns in the community. Woodlands Division also works in partnership with grassroots organisations, schools and other stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of the area.

Woodlands Division also oversees the police resources at Woodlands and Tuas Checkpoints, Singapore’s two land border crossings with Malaysia. As the newest division, Woodlands Division continues to strive towards innovation, in both internal as well as public facing processes.

Contact Details

Woodlands Division Headquarters
No. 1 Woodlands Street 12
Singapore 738622
Tel : 6466 0000