DPF Briefing
May 2000
Kosovo
Defence Ministers have confirmed that up to 60 MDP officers are to be deployed to Kosovo in support of the UN International Police for a 12 month tour of duty.
Officers have just completed an intense four week training course which included advanced firearms tactics,
explosives and weapon searches, conflict resolution, and personal safety and conditions in Kosovo.
While out there the officers will live among the local community and have access to mobile phones digital cameras and
e-mail facilities to keep in touch with the Force, Federation and family.They are now on standby awaiting deployment.