The Bermuda Police Service is gearing up to mark Police Week – a celebration of 129 years of service to the people and community of Bermuda.

A variety of events are scheduled between October 26 and November 1 including:

• Police displays on Tuesday, October 28, from 12 noon to 5 p.m., with some specialist units showing off their skills on Police field, in Prospect.

l On Wednesday, October 29, the Service is inviting all primary and middle school students to write an essay, maximum of 100 words, outlining why they would like to be Commissioner of Police for a day. The eight best essays will be chosen by a committee and the winners will have the opportunity to 'shadow' the eight highest-ranking members of the Police as they go about their daily duties.

l The Beating of the Retreat will take place on Front Street in Hamilton on October 29 at 8.30 p.m. The Commissioner of Police and various dignitaries will be on hand for the traditional display by the Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums.

l On Friday, October 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. all three Police stations, Hamilton, Somerset and Southside, will be open to the public.

All essays for the 'Commissioner for a Day' contest should be sent to the Police Media Relations office by e-mail at pmr@bps.bm by Monday, October 20.