Ministry of Defence Police

The Ministry of Defence Police is a civilian constabulary responsible for the security and policing of MoD property and personnel across the United Kingdom. The force protects some of the UK's most sensitive defence assets, including nuclear weapons establishments, naval bases, and military airfields. MDP officers hold full constabulary powers and work alongside the military to maintain security at critical national infrastructure.

Area Covered

The Ministry of Defence Police has jurisdiction over all Ministry of Defence property and establishments in the United Kingdom, including military bases, naval ports, weapons establishments, and defence research facilities. Officers may also operate in a wider geographic context on defence-related investigations.