Blogs

Inspecting ranks (Part-1): Know your rights and manage your time

24 March 2023

National Board Member and Learning and Development Lead John Partington kickstarts a blog series to deep dive into the 1994 PNB Agreement which changed the regulations for inspecting ranks affecting their work-life balance.

Are they actually missing or in need of professional help?

13 March 2023

Chief Inspector Alan Rhees-Cooper of the West Yorkshire Police and Paul Matthews, National Board Member and PFEW Missing Persons Lead, share the national position adopted in respect of agencies and companies categorising at-risk individuals as missing persons.

IWD: 'How can you be a police officer with a baby?'

8 March 2023

Sue Honeywill, sergeant, National Board member and chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales' National Women's Group, marks International Women's Day by reflecting back on joining the service, how far its come and what more must be done.

IWD: 'Let’s keep focussed and strive to achieve more'

8 March 2023

Sam Hawkins, inspector and National Women's Group secretary, opens up about her experience of sexual harassment as a young officer, as we work towards eliminating misogyny in the service.

Police officers should not represent a presence of fear but a presence of safety

1 March 2023

In a thought-provoking blog, National Chair Steve Hartshorn explores the importance of public support and understanding in order to rebuild trust and help the service thrive.

What strike action could mean for policing

28 February 2023

PFEW National Board member Dave Bamber discusses what striking would mean for policing and the consequences of such action

Why it’s no surprise that chief officers are repeating our call for fair pay?

24 February 2023

National Chair Steve Hartshorn responds to NPCC and PSA joining PFEW's call for fair pay.

Unveiling the new TASER 10

20 February 2023

National Chair Steve Hartshorn's feedback on Axon's new TASER 10.

Where are the police?: Building public confidence in policing

16 February 2023

PFEW Deputy National Chair Tiff Lynch highlights what must be done to help restore faith in the service.

Mental health crisis in policing: Whose responsibility is it?

30 January 2023

With growing evidence police officers are struggling more than ever with their mental health, Wellbeing Lead Belinda Goodwin speaks frankly about the dire situation, and who the onus is on to make sure officers are being supported before they become too ill to work.

Blog: Sexual harassment – Did you forget someone?

23 January 2023

PFEW Equality Lead Ian Saunders highlights how forces must focus on giving officers the confidence to report sexual harassment in the workplace, including treating them as a complainant under the Equality Act.

Case Study: We take a look at the onboarding of Merseyside Special Constabulary into PFEW membership

28 December 2022

We look at the cooperation between Merseyside Police and its special constabulary as they coordinate the opening of PFEW membership to all specials alongside their full time colleagues.

A Victim of Domestic Abuse in Police Uniform

21 December 2022

Domestic abuse is a pandemic that goes unreported but it is time we change that culture.

Blog: Are police forces failing their disabled officers?

14 December 2022

Equality Lead Ian Saunders raises concerns over Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley’s comments in The Times relating to officers on adjusted duties.

Mental Health: What is the true value the Government places on policing?

5 August 2022

As the findings from the pay review body are made public with some stark submissions on mental health, our Wellbeing Lead Belinda Goodwin delves into what more must be done from proactive support to funding.