Long-term funding deal and improved conditions needed to lift policing out of crisis

National Chair Steve Hartshorn responds to HMICFRS report on burglary, robbery and theft investigation failings.

Numbers don’t lie – Government’s claims and the reality of police pay

National Chair Steve Hartshorn presents solid data to counter the Government's claim of this year's pay award being a "wider support for the cost of living".

Commonwealth Games 2022

Reflecting on the Commonwealth Games 2022

Medal for Heroes campaign gathers momentum

Police Federation and families of fallen officers continue to lobby Home Office for post-humous medal.

Preparing for the Commonwealth Games 2022

West Midlands Police are currently undertaking the biggest operation in the history of the force, as the Commonwealth Games gets underway.

National Chair Steve Hartshorn reflects on the recent pay award announced by Government

A week on from the Government pay award announcement, National Chair Steve Hartshorn speaks on the anger and frustration of those officers who feel undervalued, disheartened and let down.

Message from National Chair Steve Hartshorn to special constables

“As the undisputed voice of policing we believe everyone should be represented fairly in all that they do for policing, it is an incredibly positive step forward that special constables now have the option to receive the same protection, support, and representation as their full-time colleagues."

Time running out for specials to join PFEW as forces drag their feet

Concerns raised over the support provided by some of the forces to special constables in becoming Federation members.

Pay award statement

Pay campaign sees results but ultimately the real-terms pay cut remains and we will work to seek a fair rise for all members. 

Why do police need Lord Edmund-Davies now more than before?

Presently policing is in crisis in our country and the Government must step up.

Chief constables must ensure officers are protected from the sun and heat

Forces have a duty of care, and a legal obligation to protect their employees’ health.

National Police Bravery Award Winners 2022

Off duty Police Constable Steven Denniss has won the prestigious overall national award at the Police Bravery Awards 2022.

Inspiration in Policing award winner announced

PC Sean Burridge was presented with the accolade by National Chair Steve Hartshorn at the National Police Bravery Awards ceremony.

Government must realise people will not forgive broken promises

National Chair Steve Hartshorn reminds the Government of its promises and police sacrifices.  

PFEW welcomes appointment of Sir Mark Rowley as new Metropolitan Police Commissioner