Jack Herbert has joined Dyfed-Powys Police while his brother Tom has joined neighbouring force South Wales.

Their father, Jason, has been an officer in South Wales Police for 16 years and is now a Chief Inspector.

The 19-year-olds were inspired to join the service after hearing stories from their father.

Jack said: "Tom and I have always been close and we have both wanted to join the police for some time.

"Dad has always been vocal about how much he enjoyed his policing career. I'm not sure how much was story and how much was truth, but I'm sure I will find out.

"He has always has a group of close friends in the police, and we always watched documentaries on the TV when we were younger.

"I can see that policing has its good and bad points, but overall the camaraderie and sense of belonging was obviously strong. I can see that already in the short time I have been in."

Tom said he had wanted to join the police "ever since I can remember”.

"I can only ever remember dad being a police officer. He always came home happy from work, and it's clear to see he has fun even though he works long hours," he said.

Tom went on to say that his young age and the legacy of his dad's position in the same force brought some "pressure".

Jason said he surpised but pleased by his sons' decision.

He said: "I always thought they would go to university to study business first, but as they went through their A-levels they turned to wanting to be officers without degrees,"

"As it happens they will get both now. I was surprised, but hugely proud.

"I still love policing as much as the day I joined and can't wait to share their stories when they go out on the front line.

"The differences between the two forces will be evident with them joining so close together."