A new Channel 5 series is set to take viewers behind the scenes of one North East police force as episodes begin to air next week - here's what you need to know.

Inside the Force will return for its third series on Monday (February 26) and will follow officers from Cleveland Police at their Middlesbrough HQ tackling incidents across their patch.

The first season was shot in Lincolnshire and is available to watch on My5 before the latest 12-part series covering Teesside airs in just a few days.

As the countdown begins, Cleveland Police posted a teaser trailer on social media reminding followers to tune in.

They said: "On Monday, the first episode of Inside the Force will be aired on Channel 5, offering an exclusive look into Cleveland Police.

"You’ll follow some of our hard-working officers out on shift, and see how departments work together including response officers, custody, force control room and many other teams – each one dedicated to tackling crime and protecting our communities."

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In the trailer, viewers are offered a glimpse into the series with clips showing officers taking down suspects, responding to emergency calls and dealing with those in custody.

The programme will air on Channel 5 on February 26 at 9pm.