January 30, 2026 | Human Resources , Officer and Staff: Recruitment and Promotion
Request Number: FOI/16794
Category: Human Resources - Officer and Staff (Recruitment & Promotion)
Subject: Current Sergeant staffing levels
Request and Answer:
Your request for information has now been considered. In respect of Section 1(1)(a) of the Act we can confirm that the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) does hold information to which your request relates. The decision has been taken to disclose the following.
Question 1
Current service numbers for officers substantively at the rank of Sergeant
Answer 1
Substantive Sergeants - 929 - Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 924.42
Question 2
The number of officers temporarily promoted to the rank of T/Sergeant
Answer 2
Temporary Sergeants - 175 - Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 174.9
Above data provided as of 28th January 2026. Excludes Career breaks & Secondments out.