Kent Police Pay and Morale Report

Kent Police Federation Chair Neil Mennie looks at the publication of the Home Office Accountability Review.

Pay and Morale Survey: Undervalued police officers planning to quit

Families of Fallen Police Officers to receive Elizabeth Emblem in memory of their heroes

Introducing the Police Children's Fund

Industrial Rights for Police Officers – article from PFEW Police Magazine

Christmas and New Year message from Kent Police Federation Chair Neil Mennie

Kent Police Federation: “We are throwing too many good officers under the investigation bus”

208 officers signed off for mental ill health in Kent

Kent Police Officers encouraged to complete Pay and Morale Survey

Kent Police officers "row the channel" in aid of Flint House

Have your tax code checked by experts at The Tax Refund Company.

Federation: Review into legal protections for firearms officers and police drivers is overdue

"Between 2001 and 2020, 344 of our colleagues took their own lives...this number is rising, this issue is serious and real.”

Officers urged to make their voices known through industrial rights ballot.

“High degree of survival anxiety” within the front line, Police Federation Conference hears

Tens of Thousands of policing hours could be saved if Government makes data disclosure change

‘Privilege And Honour’ To Remember Fallen Colleagues

Federation: “We get the sense of a presumption of guilt until proven innocent. What we want when it comes to conduct is a fair process”

Federation: “The idea that now suddenly the capacity exists to investigate everything is quite simply ridiculous.”

Officers Still Spending Too Long On Mental Health Calls

View from the Fed: Policing needs “change of culture” so officers aren't tied up with mental-health calls

Report Shows "Eye Watering Lag In Police Pay"

Policing Is The Poor Relation On Public Sector Pay

Pay Survey: Officers Are Stressed And Anxious About Money And Workload

Christmas and New Year Message for Members from Neil Mennie, Chair of Kent Police Federation

Policing should welcome a wider range of recruits

Chair's Reaction: Not all police officers need degrees

No Need To Change Police Discipline Process

Asking the police service to do more with less is a failed strategy

Fallen colleagues remembered at National Police Memorial Day

Police officers urged to share their views in PFEW Pay and Morale survey

#COPS2022: Fallen officers remembered at Service of Remembrance

Chair Neil Mennie: "The Police Officer pay rise given the current economic position is nowhere near enough."

Chairman's Blog: What police officers want from the next Prime Minister

Pay police officers more across the board to stop them being tempted to join The Metropolitan Police

Response Policing Week: difficult, demanding and unpredictable work of Response Police Officers is under-recognised

Kent Police officer nominated for The National Police Bravery Awards

South East police forces react with fury to Metropolitan Police's £5,000 offer for officers to jump ship to the London force

#PFEW22: Home Secretary put on the spot over police pay

#PFEW22: Kriss Akabusi tells conference Police officers are the “glue that holds communities together”

#PFEW22: Police officers struggling as pay lags 20% behind inflation

Kent Chief Constable warns that assaults on officers will not be tolerated - following 3,200 offences in two years

Services relying on the Police to pick up the pieces is leaving officers with excessive workloads

Police officers under pay freeze react with mixture of astonishment and anger to the 2.7% MP pay rise

“The IOPC must focus its efforts on concluding investigations as quickly as possible”, MPs have said in a new report

Strategic Review of Policing: It's time to start asking what are we not going to do in order to focus on other issues?

Chair on Pay and Morale: The survey makes for quite grim reading... no wonder officer morale is on the floor

Pay and Morale Survey: 91% of Kent Police officers do not feel respected by the Government

Police officers could soon be asked to deal with noise nuisance – a job traditionally in the remit of local councils.

Police officers are £1,000s worse off than they were 10 years ago as a result of wages failing to keep pace with prices.

Christmas and New Year Message from Neil Mennie, Chair of Kent Police Federation

Completely unfair for Chief Officers to consider labelling service racist

Kent Police Federation: There is suggestion uplift of police officers in some way justifies lessening a pay award for police officers

Meet The Kent Police Federation Reps – Matt Jones

Meet Bryn James - One of Kent Police Federation's new Reps

#HarpersLaw: It's very, very welcome that we are looking at a mandatory life sentence for those who kill emergency services workers

Kent Police Federation reacts to the NPCC trying to turn misconduct hearings into ‘kangaroo courts’

Meet Chris Smith - One of Kent Police Federation's new Reps

Meet PC Dan Smith - One of Kent Police Federation's new Reps

Chair Reacts To Tom Winsor's Statement on Wanting to Trawl Police Officer's Private Mobile Phones

Three Kent Police officers nominated for the 2021 National Police Bravery Awards

Chairman's reaction: Public sector pay freeze lifted

Meet Kent Police Federation Rep PC Rachel Bradford

Meet Sgt Jessica Hastings - One of Kent Police Federation's new Reps

Meet PC James Brooker - One of Kent Police Federation's new Reps

Kent Police officer celebrated at the National Police Bravery Awards

New Post-Incident Procedure suite at Federation Headquarters is a great asset for members

Roads Policing Conference: New law designed to protect police drivers could still leave them in danger of prosecution

Police family gathers to remember fallen officers at National Police Memorial Day

Kent Police Federation hit out at protestors who blocked M25 for endangering police and public safety

Body-worn Video Should Be Released To Provide Full Story

Superintendents’ Association joins PFEW in pulling out of the Government’s Police Officer pay rise process

A National Insurance increase on top of a police pay freeze is "adding insult to injury" for officers

The Chairman of Kent Police Federation has criticised The Independent Office for Police Conduct for its unbalanced report published this week on police use of Taser

#ProtectTheProtectors: Anyone that attacks a police officer should go to prison

#ProtectTheProtectors: Assaults on police officers remain at a level difficult to comprehend

#FairPayForPolice: Federation take message to the heart of power in Westminster

Police 2021 Pay Rise: Federation reaction

Exhausted police officers have been tested by the challenges of the past year - but are ready to rise to the challenge of unlocking, Kent Police Federation has said.

Federation Chair on police degrees: We are trying to fix a problem that doesn't exist

Kent police officers encouraged to throw their hats in the ring and become Federation reps

PFEW Conference: Home office must ensure officers do not take a pay cut if they join CID

PFEW Conference: Politicians should have pushed harder for officer vaccine priority

PFEW Conference: Home Secretary grilled on vaccines, training and pay

Police officers working at the G7 Summit will be able to claim an overnight allowance of £50

PFEW Conference: Home Secretary must show her recognition and support for officers after challenging year

‘Unacceptable’ Rise In Assaults On Officers

Praise For Officers' Pandemic Efforts

A reminder of how ARC legal assistance can help you

Kent officers preparing for chaotic few months as lockdown restrictions ease across the country

Stress Awareness Month: Help is out there for officers who are struggling

Kent Police Federation Group Insurance renewal details - active from April 1st 2021

Colleagues set to light the lakes in memory of fallen officers

One year on since lockdown: It's been a long and challenging year for police officers

Response Policing Wellbeing and Resilience Week: We must not overlook this vital part of policing

Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill "long overdue" says Kent Police Federation

Spring newsletter from The Gurney Fund

Police officers react with shock and fury that prisoners will be vaccinated before police

Police officers told they must wait their turn to receive the Covid-19 vaccination

Taser: “In terms of offering protection for the public and officers it’s become a key piece of protective equipment"

Independent Office for Police Conduct investigations that drag on for years are costing the taxpayer millions

Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey: Four in five frontline officers fall victim to unarmed physical attack in past year

Tributes paid to Kent Sergeant Chris Hughes after the announcement of his death

Kent Police Federation highlights the impacts lengthy IOPC investigations have on officers

More than 250 spitting offences at Kent police officers since the covid-19 pandemic began

Federation Detective Lead: More needs to be done to attract and retain officers to the role

“The Federation is nothing without its Representatives" Federation Chair calls on others to consider the challenge of being a rep

Kent Police Federation vows to continue to press for Covid-19 vaccines for police officers.

Lockdown adds unwelcome additional burden to police officers already relentless daily workload

Federation Chair: We shouldn't hinder officers by trying to put an age limit on safety equipment

Christmas and New year Message from Kent Police Federation

Federation Chair thanks officers for professionalism and dedication during port closure

Maternity Changes Should Encourage Female Recruits

Police officers on maternity or adoption leave are to receive full pay for 26 weeks

Consider Early Vaccine For Officers

Kent Police 2020 Police Federation Pay and Morale Report Findings

Kent Police Federation Chair reacts to news that police officer pay will be "paused" for the next year

Freezing the pay of public sector workers is completely unfair, says Kent Police Federation Chairman

Alarming rise in assaults on Kent police officers as 24 assaulted in just one week

Officers urged to make their voice heard in annual Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey

Kent police officers will continue to keep the public safe as the country prepares for second lockdown

Eight Kent Police officers assaulted in less than 24 hours

We must do more to support officer's mental mental health , says Kent Police Federation

Kent Police Federation encourages members to have their voice heard in Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey

Impossible To Comprehend How Police Families Deal With Loss Of Loved Ones

Kent Police officer nominated for National Police Bravery Awards

Neil Mennie, Chairman of Kent Police Federation, reacts to reports that lorry drivers will need a permit to enter Kent after the Brexit transition

Courts Must Take Tough Line On Officer Assaults

Federation Chair: Nothing is more important than the safety of my colleagues

Chairman tells BBC Radio Kent of the dangers Police Officers face

Chairman pleased that public backed policing during lockdown

Kent Police Federation backs calls for officers to be allowed to share Body Worn Video

Kent Police Federation calls for stronger deterrents for those who assault police officers

Federation Chair says officers will only be involved as a last resort in enforcement of face mask wearing

Police officers to receive 2.5% pay rise in 2020

Federation welcomes plans to review maximum jail time for those who assault emergency service workers

Kent police ready to deal with whatever comes their way as lockdown lifts

Federation urges officers suffering with fatigue to reach out a contract someone they trust for support

Assaults On Officers "Still Too High"

Subscription rate for members of the Police Federation of England and Wales to increase by £2

Federation Chair: "Policing requires courage and commitment - but we can't put them under risk unnecessarily"

Kent Police officers now able to benefit from exclusive offers from Perk Jam

Importance of Taser for police officers - Hindsight is easy, day to day policing isn’t

PFEW launches “Group Action” pension compensation claim against the Government

PFEW Chairman John Apter reacts to news public sector pay could be frozen

Federation Chairman: “I’m tired of arguments weighted in the favour of people spitting... cops have a right not to be spat at.”

Kent Police Federation Chairman: Thank you to officers working their hardest in challenging times

Expert offers tips on caring for mental health during coronavirus pandemic

PPE and lack of testing are critical concerns of officers, PFEW tells Home Affairs Select Committee

Kent Police officers save man from deadly 50ft quarry plunge

People using Coronavirus as a threat to officers to face serious criminal charges

ProtectTheProtectors: Need to target criminals who are using coronavirus as a weapon

Message from Chairman Neil Mennie on the police response to the Covid-19 outbreak.

MPs hear coronavirus update from NPCC lead for Civil Contingencies

The Police Rehabilitation Centre Flint House to close during Coronavirus outbreak

150 extra Taser plus surge funding for Kent Police

Kent Police officers to receive £500 more in their Annual South East Allowance

New conduct regulations are an opportunity to change the culture in policing, says Federation Chairman

First LGBT+ Federation Reps conference starts today

Chairman of Kent Police Federation calls for an end to ‘paltry wage increases’

HMICFRS report suggests somehow that officers have no appetite to investigate some types of crime and this is very far from the truth, says Federation Chair

Return of police targets could be dangerous for policing, says Federation

Smart motorways don't feel so 'smart' when dealing with incidents on them, Kent Police Federation has warned

New complaints and disciplinary process to focus on ‘learning from mistakes’

Rigorous training for Kent Police to safely use Tasers

A Christmas message from Kent Police Federation Chairman

PFEW Pay and Morale Survey: “52% of Kent Police officers are concerned about their finances every day or almost every day."

Police violence scandal: 59 brave police officers attacked every day

The Gurney Fund

Pensions update from Police Federation of England and Wales

Federation react to examination of the IOPC: This is about fairness and allowing our members in often difficult and stressful situations a foreseeable end

You can underestimate the damage lengthy investigations into conduct have on officers, says Federation Chairman

Post-Incident Procedure: "Officers have 24 hour help if they need it"

Kent Police Federation calls for culture change to stop drivers using mobile phones

A boost to financial reward and Government support will help fill Detectives roles, says Federation

Officer uplift: 147 extra offices for Kent is a real opportunity to restore damage caused by cuts

Kent Police Federation remembers fallen colleagues at National Police Memorial Day

Police Family remembers fallen colleagues at National Police Memorial Day

Introducing the new Kent Police Federation Chairman Neil Mennie

Farewell words from Kent Police Federation Chairman Chris Carter as he moves on to a new role in the force

Kent Police Federation backs plans for Specials to be part of PFEW

Kent Chair calls on Government to improve funding for South East Allowance

Number of assaults on Kent Police officers is still too high, says Federation

Kent Police Federation Chairman says a 2.5% pay award is encouraging - but would have expected more

PFEW Statement pension

A new Government plan to ensure police officers’ wellbeing is protected has been launched.

#ProtectTheProtectors: The Government must look at tougher sentencing

Kent Police Federation shares an update on pensions issue

Police Federation of England and Wales statement following the Supreme Court's Pension Ruling

Federation responds to increase in mental ill health sickness among Kent officers

Kent Police officers dealing with an increased numbers of calls involving mental health

Officers deployed on mutual aid for Trump visit to receive £50 allowance

Kent Police Federation reacts to the impending departure of PM Theresa May

Cyber attacks impact Federation IT - update

A string of cyber attacks have affected Federation IT systems including this website

Police Federation affected by further cyber attack

Kent officers cleared of gross misconduct after 'stressful' IOPC investigation

ALL Kent officers to get Taser

Kent Police officer sick days down by almost a fifth

Kent Police Federation meet with Kent PCC to discuss current policing issues

Violent crime and Police numbers: The Government cannot continue to ignore the facts

Data will help drive better protection from assaults

PC Keith Palmer memorial unveiled at Parliament

Kent Police Federation to focus even more on mental health following demand survey figures

Kent Police Federation back the proposed 3-year pay rise plan from PFEW

PFEW Blog: 'Don't rush into pension decisions'

Road safety 'at risk' due to drop in road police officers, PFEW warns

Repeated exposure to trauma is seriously effecting officer mental health

Add police driver training to legislation now, PFEW tells Home Office

PFEW confirm a judicial review is to go ahead on police pay

Kent Police Federation outlines how Brexit uncertainty is affecting officers

Kent Police rated "outstanding" by HMICFRS

Kent PCC planning funds for 180 extra officers

Did You Know? campaign to focus on rest days in January

The next phase of the campaign launches today (3 Jan) and looks at rest days

Officers should have the option to carry Taser, says Kent Federation Chair

Celebrating our centenary

Proud to represent police officers for 100 years

A Christmas message from Kent Police Federation Chairman Chris Carter

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Allowing policing to get into this condition is a 'national scandal'

PFEW Chair John Apter asks how many warnings do the Government need as yet another critical report is published

Government contempt as potholes prioritised over police officers

PFEW reaction to Chancellor's budget

Backing from MPs' committee over police cuts and officer welfare

Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) supports PFEW call for an urgent injection of funds into an ailing service

Police Federation to challenge Home Office failure to implement pay body recommendations in full

Proceedings have started with the Home Office

Have you completed our demand, capacity and welfare survey yet?

We need your views to provide evidence to effect positive change

Protect the Protectors Bill on way to royal assent

New legislation to better protect officers who are assaulted through to final stage

Maternity Support Win for Federation

Challenge against 'discriminatory' regulations around maternity support and pensions successful