PFEW provides formal response to Government on phase one of pension Remedy consultation

PFEW agrees funding for new Court of Appeal pension proceedings

Associations join forces to challenge government’s unlawful consultation process

A Christmas message from the National Vice Chair

We wish colleagues a safe and very happy Christmas

PFEW National Chair update

Statement regarding National Chair of Police Federation

PFEW are proudly supporting the Daily Express and Mind Christmas campaign, 'By Your Side'

We are very proud to be supporting the Daily Express and Mind’s Christmas mental health campaign, ‘By Your Side.’

Inspiration in Policing award winner announced

Detective Constable Steven Bailey of City of London Police has been announced as the winner of the Inspiration in Policing award at the National Police Bravery awards.

National Police Bravery Award Winners 2021

National Police Bravery Awards 2021 overview

Government must not delay pension claims any longer

The latest on pension claims

PFEW Chair slams Government on pay freeze as survey outlines damage to psychological wellbeing of colleagues

Government desperately needs to address issue of morale in policing

New mental health pledge a promising start

Commitment signed by NPCC stating mental health is a strategic priority a promising sign to make a real difference to officers

Federation welcomes introduction of Harper's Law

Mandatory life sentences will be handed down to anyone convicted of killing an emergency worker

Federation concerned NPCC trying to turn misconduct hearings into ‘kangaroo courts’

The Federation believes policing body wants to influence dismissals and hamstring independent panels

National Chair responds to Transport Committee report on smart motorways

PFEW National Chair John Apter has responded to the latest Transport Committee report on smart motorways.

Members urged to share their views on pay and morale

2021 Pay and Morale survey launched in bid to gain crucial views on police pay

Britain’s police forces have many heroes, but we need to change our culture

In a Sunday Times op-ed, the National Chair highlights the service must go further to tackle gender inequality and misogyny 

Response to public sector pay freeze lift

Chancellor announces end of unfair pay freeze for public sector workers

PFEW event tackles misogyny

Women’s Network Seminar hears powerful first-hand testimony

Cultural change required to create equal opportunities

Increase in Reps from minority backgrounds, but Vice Chair tells NBPA Conference there is much more to do

Remembering Britain's first black police officer

As part of October’s Black History Month, we share the story of Britain’s first black police officer, John Kent

National Chair announces that he is not running for re-election

National Chair John Apter has announced that he will not be standing for re-election in the upcoming National Chair elections. 

Officers experiencing menopausal symptoms entitled to reasonable adjustments

Forces reminded of legal duty on World Menopause Day.

National Police Bravery Awards 2020

National Police Bravery Awards 2020 overview

Winner of Inspiration in Policing Award

Dedicated officer continues to make a positive change for the benefit of policing

Don’t wait for the straw to break the camel’s back

BackCare Awareness Week 2021 is the perfect opportunity to tackle pain issues and make small adjustments at home and at the workplace

Failings found in system to train new police recruits

PFEW calls for urgent action to address major flaws in training system amid uplift programme

Black History Month

To mark the start of Black History Month, PC Richard Gayle has shared his personal story of being a young, Black police officer in the UK’s busiest police service, and his hopes to encourage more Black people to join the police.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two formidable police officers are sharing their breast cancer journeys and why it is so important to be checking your bodies for signs and symptoms.

National Chair responds to sentencing of Wayne Couzens

Our thoughts remain entirely with Sarah’s family and friends, today and always.

‘Show some passion for roads to win over new recruits on role’

PFEW Roads Policing Lead Gemma Fox says there is more to a career in roads policing than meets the eye

Drug related fatalities have increased over time

Forensic toxicology requests in relation to roads policing essentially deals with just two drugs and the majority involves cocaine and cannabis.

‘Government is listening’ roads policing chief tells conference

NPCC lead gives update on how PFEW member’s views will be used in roads policing review response

A look ahead at the future of the profession

NPCC Roads Policing Lead Jo Shiner shares how a personal tragedy inspired her to help colleagues and improve road safety

Better trauma support for officers underway

National Police Wellbeing Service pushes for higher standards of care across forces

It is a misconception that the driver is the only responsible party

PFEW hosts session discussing compliance and legal duties under Health and Safety legislation

Outstanding Contribution to Roads Policing Award

North Wales Fatal Enquiry Officer and Sussex PC honoured at virtual conference

IOPC on same page as Federation with police driver law change

Police watchdog and legal experts agree bill in current form could restrict officers’ ability to keep the public safe

Greater consistency of learning standards should be the aim for future generations of roads officers

College of Policing Roads Policing Advisor Michael Collins says greater consistency of learning standards should be the aim for future generations

Policing Minister Kit Malthouse and Shadow MP Sarah Jones paid tribute to police drivers

Crime and Policing Minister Kit Malthouse and Shadow MP Sarah Jones praise the work of police drivers at Virtual Roads Policing Conference 

National Chair speaks to Daily Mail about the failing road system

Motorways are dangerous and unforgiving places at the best of times. Anyone who has been forced to retreat on to the hard shoulder knows that reality.

National Police Memorial Day 2021

One of the most poignant occasions in the UK policing calendar took place today, Sunday 26 September at Lincoln Cathedral.

National Chair defends policing of M25 protests

Officers yet again face trial by media

Dame Cressida’s support for police pay rise welcomed

As more Chiefs and PCCs back PFEW campaign, Chair describes silence from government as ‘disrespectful and at worst contemptible’

Greater legal protection for members a step closer

Federation reps successfully lobby Lords on vital law amendments for next bill reading

Minister of State Nadine Dorries personally addresses PFEW members on World Suicide Prevention Day

Minister of State Nadine Dorries personally suffered the loss of a close relative through suicide.

Federation to meet with Lords on law change for quicker end to disciplinary probes

Bill amendment which would give legally qualified persons power to impose deadlines has already gained cross-party support.

National Chair responds to Government decision to raise National Insurance by 1.5%

National Chair responds to Government decision to raise National Insurance by 1.5%

Preventative welfare support is vital

Federation drives conversation on forces taking action before a crisis, to prevent officers reaching breaking point.

Genuine investment needed not ‘government scrabbling about'

National Chair reacts to potential Home Office plans to set up reservist police force

IOPC review of Taser use is statistically insignificant

PFEW disappointed 130,000 members were not consulted during report into 101 investigations out of almost 100,000 incidents

Government must end police plugging mental health service gaps

National Chair calls for action as figures reveal thousands of people in mental health crisis held in custody

National Chair pays tribute to a ‘passionate’ supporter of PFEW

Viscount Simon supported Parliamentary changes to legislation by speaking up for members in the House of Lords

8.8 per cent increase in pay is more evidence to justify increases for police officers

'Colleagues will be dismayed by the news that some sectors are clearly receiving sky high wage rises'

Policing under the pressure of current events

National Chair John Apter reflects on policing under the pressure of current events.

Drop in number of armed officers worries PFEW Firearms Lead

National Board member Steve Hartshorn says new stats paint mixed picture and calls for further analysis after second successive reduction

National Chair speaks out on 'disappointing' lack of response from Government to 'damning' letter from PFEW

PFEW have received no response to the letter that National Chair John Apter delivered to Downing Street over two weeks ago.

Police Federation places Pensions Scheme Advisory Board on Notice

The Police Federation of England and Wales have informed Government that they will not attend future Scheme Advisory Board meetings.

More than 100 assaults a day against officers during pandemic

New figures demonstrate level of violence directed towards police during Covid crisis.

HRH The Prince of Wales leads dedication ceremony for new UK Police Memorial

National Chair lays wreath on behalf of PFEW members and pays tribute to colleagues who made the ultimate sacrifice

Damning letter highlighting police anger delivered to Downing Street

Representatives from our branches, join National Chair to deliver letter to No.10

Mental health and wellbeing issues are a major cause for concern

Police Federation survey reveals more than three in four police officers admit to suffering difficulties in last year

PFEW no longer has confidence in the current Home Secretary

PFEW withdraws support and engagement from the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB)

Statement from John Apter, National Chair and Alex Duncan, National Secretary

The current pay system for policing is not fit for purpose.

Chair joins Home Secretary at first Police Covenant Board meeting

Long-running PFEW campaign to support the entire police family finally moves a step nearer to becoming reality

Forces urged to use new body-worn video policy

Guidance to all forces updated last year but not enough is being done

‘My colleagues shouldn’t face anger from victims for failings of other agencies’

Federation Chair responds to findings of interim report on violence against women and girls

Federation meets with IOPC to help prevent discrimination

Better data needed to tackle issue of ethnic disproportionality during investigations

PFEW Trauma research features at influential psychology conference

Demand, Capacity and Welfare findings highlight the trauma of COVID-19

Members urged to stand as workplace reps

Triennial elections kick off with nominations for workplace representatives

PFEW totally refute statement on ABD by The Royal College of Psychiatrists

Members ‘owed an apology’ with Fed set to report College to Charity Commission after highly damaging article published

Additional scheme will mean better welfare support for members

National Chair joins Minister for Crime and Policing to launch innovative Defence Medical Welfare Service partnership

Public-spirited police officers praised for voluntary work during pandemic

‘Fantastic’ members praised by Chair for selfless activities in addition to duties

Officers recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List

Honours list recognises contributions of heroes during pandemic year including 18 new QPMs

Officers have a duty to themselves to report every assault

National Conference roundtable discussed the appalling levels of assaults on officers and the importance of reporting these

Know all the options before opting out of police pension

Roundtable session heard a wide range of views and looked at progress of Pension Remedy

College: ‘We need to better connect with frontlines’

Lord Nick Herbert hosted a lively Q&A with Federation reps and members at our Conference today

Robocop is not the future, Axon boss tells Conference

An Axon representative joined PFEW’s John Apter to discuss how technology can make officers safer

Fed fighting for changes to overnight allowance

Mutual Aid roundtable agrees that past lessons will benefit members for many years to come

New Regs: an opportunity for learning

Time limits on how long complaints against a police officer can be investigated has been robustly debated at the Police Federation’s annual conference

The pressure is on before you walk through the door

Frontline officers spoke about the pressures of their role as part of our wellbeing discussions at conference

Colleagues from diverse backgrounds feel pressurised to fit in

Distinguished documentary maker says challenging ‘norm’ within policing is key to improving equality

Chief defends decision not to intervene in statue protest

Avon and Somerset’s chief constable recalled the toppling of the Edward Colston statue in a discussion about policing protests

Driving change on behalf of roads policing colleagues

“Ultilise the Roads Policing Forum and your reps as we have the ability to take your concerns directly to chiefs.”

Government’s draft police drivers legislation still leaves officers exposed

Federation urges Home Office to consider bill amendment

Myth of degrees is ‘dangerous’ and can hurt recruitment

Challenge of training in the pandemic is recognised but new recruits are ready to step up to the mark

Officers need to be allies of underrepresented groups

BAFTA Award-winning broadcaster and professor explains how the police service can tackle inequality

‘Invest in investigators to reverse national crisis’

Conference heard how high workloads, stress and lost pay had contributed to a crisis in Detective numbers

Barrister suggests new strategy needed to counter ‘Trial by Media’ incidents

Robert Rinder calls for fresh approach as former BBC journalist says: ‘I honestly don’t think people are looking at anti-police stories’

Womens’ group speaks out against misogyny in powerful session

Conference session highlights the work that still needs to be done for equality

Use of Force: Objective or Subjective?

Lead lawyer on Criminal Police Misconduct and PFEW Lead for PIP discuss a recent use of force ruling

PFEW must strive to become the ‘unequivocal voice of policing’

“We have to realise how powerful we can be when we come together with a united front”

Home Secretary quizzed over mental health-damaging disciplinary investigations

“The pressure of being under investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) for a protracted period is immeasurable.”

Bravest of the Brave - Thank you all for doing your bit to keep us safe

Daring feats of heroism were proudly showcased at the Police Federation of England and Wales’s (PFEW’s) virtual annual conference.

Chief Inspector wins national award for sharing brave domestic abuse story

CI Sharon Baker from Avon & Somerset Police recognised for sharing her own experience of domestic abuse to help others

Home Secretary tells officers: “I’ve got your backs”

Priti Patel heaped praise on police officers while stressing the Government is backing men and women in uniform

Policing Minister admits regret over vaccination priority decision

Influential panel members clash at PFEW Conference over Government response to Covid pandemic and frequent changes to Covid regulations

“Those who assault our colleagues disgust me”

Assaults on officers and access to vaccine at the centre of National Chair John Apter’s keynote Conference speech

Prime Minister thanks incredible police men and women

Prime Minister Boris Johnson gives keynote speech at Annual Conference

Vice-Chair speaks out about impact of Covid on policing

PFEW's Vice-Chair spoke to Policing Insight on the impact of COVID-19

Assaults on officers ‘a stain on society’ says Chair

John Apter responds to crime figures which show a 26 per cent rise in assaults against emergency workers

All-star names headline PFEW’s virtual Annual Conference

Register now for our June 9-10 event involving leading police and sector figures

New sentencing guidelines must ensure judiciary use full sentencing powers

Judges and magistrates will have specific guidance for sentencing offences of assault on emergency workers, thanks to Federation lobbying

Federation to have role in IOPC training

PFEW and IOPC hope the initiative will break down barriers and result in fairer investigations into alleged misconduct

National Chair writes open letter to police colleagues and the public

National Chair John Apter has written an emotional open letter to police colleagues and members of the public, reflecting on a challenging year of policing during a pandemic. 

#MHAW: It’s ok not to be ok

Oscar Kilo Lead and former Chief Constable Andy Rhodes speaks out about his own challenges and reassures officers ‘it’s ok not to be ok’.

#MHAW: Organisational anxiety must not be overlooked

It is vital officers with long Covid are supported mentally as new research reveals brain disorders impact on 1 in 3 Covid survivors.

#MHAW: Service must ‘step up’ as stigma lifts on mental illness

With more members rightly seeking the help they need, force support services either need additional funding or restructuring.

#MHAW: Covid recovery support for officers vital

PFEW Wellbeing Chair Hayley Aley asks former chief and National Police Wellbeing Service Lead Andy Rhodes about what more needs to be done.

Flagship event returns

This year sees the return of our Annual Conference over a two day virtual event

Old Trafford violence 'completely unacceptable' says Chair

John Apter calls on football pundits, clubs and players who are supporting Manchester protests to condemn the violence

One-year uplift figures ‘a good start’ but more is needed

Police uplift figures show forces are more diverse than ever - but more still needs to be done to counter austerity cuts

Forces should use new tax break to recruit military veterans

PFEW urges employers to take full advantage of National Insurance exemption rules to bring more life experience into policing

PFEW seeks reassurance regarding implementation of pensions Remedy

Government urged to present evidence that Remedy will not cause further discrimination

Officer safety the priority after more senseless violence

Shocking scenes show officers bleeding as crowds hurl missiles at them

League tables will see return of damaging target culture

Police watchdog praises work of police during Covid-19 pandemic

Officers “rose to the challenge with dedication and commitment”

Statement on the passing of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh

National Chair reacts to the death of His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh

April edition of POLICE magazine is out now

Read the latest policing news and inspirational stories directly from the frontline

Fed marks World Autism Awareness Day through the eyes of members

In two compelling videos, we chat with colleagues about their personal experience of autism and coping strategies.

Hate crime charge figures show benefits of body-worn video

Findings reflect effectiveness of capturing assault and hate crime evidence on camera

Stress Awareness Month 2021

Wellbeing Lead introduces Stress Awareness Month to members in a short video message.

PFEW responds to findings of HMICFRS review

National Chair John Apter reacts to findings of review into policing of vigil for Sarah Everard

PFEW calls for ‘crystal clear’ guidance after restrictions ease

National Chair wants Government to issue clearer guidelines for police and avoid more lockdown frustration and confusion

National Chair condemns 'extreme’ violence in Bristol

PFEW Chair joins Home Secretary on flagship BBC programme & admits: ‘colleagues are feeling very vulnerable’

PFEW supports College’s comprehensive review

Chair backs College consultation process and will ensure members’ voices are heard

Policing lockdown has become a 'no-win situation'

Law change shows ever-growing appreciation of Specials

For the first time in over 200 years, Specials will be fully protected and supported by Fed

Police Commissioners confirm devastating impact of lengthy conduct investigations

Home Affairs Select Committee evidence supports our campaign to ensure fairness for members

Praise for Federation as MPs debate policing bill

The Home Secretary has paid tribute to “constructive” relations with PFEW and our National Chair John Apter

Treasurer looks back on year of pandemic

Simon Kempton looks back at impact of Covid-19 and praises the fantastic work done by Reps and members

PFEW highlights the complexity of pandemic policing

Clapham Common vigil for Sarah Everard highlights the challenges of policing during a pandemic.

PFEW success as Police, Crime, Sentencing & Courts Bill enters Parliament

National Chair John Apter reflects on an extraordinary achievement for the Federation

PFEW campaigns result in new laws to better protect police officers

Bill establishes legally enshrined Police Covenant, safeguarding officers involved in driving incidents, and permits Specials to join Federation

Brilliant work of reps marked on International Women’s Day

PFEW Chair discusses how we tackle inequality with Fed reps while our Women’s group vice-chair focuses on the flexible working debate

PFEW supports stop and search but working to help tackle underlying issues

PFEW condemns Phase 2 plans as ‘utter betrayal’

Police Federation hits out after police officers refused priority access to vaccine by JCVI

NPCC figures show urgent need for officer protection when policing Covid-19 breaches

Lockdown breaches are high risk to officers' health and show need for vaccine

PFEW tell MPs about health risks of policing demonstrations

Chair defends right to legally protest but wants clearer regulations to protect colleagues.

Call for greater clarity from PM over lockdown easing measures

PFEW survey reveals only 1 in 10 rank and file police officers feel COVID-19 legislation clear

Police drivers to get greater protection in law

New Bill offers a chance to address a long-standing unfairness against police

National Chair: Officers should be on priority list for vaccine

John Apter made the case for police to receive the Covid vaccine in an LBC interview today

Open letter to the Government over police officer vaccines

All 43 branches united in calling for urgent prioritisation of police officers

Government responds to public pension consultation

Statement regarding Government's response to pension consultation 

Prolonged police misconduct investigations costing taxpayers millions

Startling PFEW research has estimated the eyewatering costs

Officer uplift leads to urgent need for more resources

Fed survey reveals need for more time & resources so sergeants can effectively support recruits

"Police officers put themselves and their families at risk and deserve to be paid fairly"

PFEW submits annual pay recommendations to Police Remuneration Review Body

Federation calls for consistent long-term recruitment programme

2023 uplift target will 'only gets us back to where we were a few years ago'

One in three officers faced virus being used as a weapon

Survey reveals major health impact of policing the pandemic

Federation lobbying for sanctions on lengthy police misconduct investigations

PFEW Conduct and Performance Chair gives evidence to MPs as part of IOPC inquiry 

Tougher sentences needed for coughing and spitting attacks

'Those who commit these attacks must spend time in prison' - National Chair

Federation to give IOPC inquiry evidence to Home Affairs Select Committee

PFEW takes ‘Time Limits’ campaign directly to MPs

Former Policing Minister Nick Herbert appointed Chair of the College of Policing Board

Lord Herbert has been appointed Chair of the College of Policing Board 

National Chair supports pre-charge bail reform

John Apter welcomes extension on 28-day time limit but says previous PFEW warnings were ignored

PFEW disgusted by rise in attacks on emergency workers

Rise in assaults on emergency workers is condemned by National Chair

I urge the PM to protect police officers

National Chair tells Telegraph: ‘If Covid-19 continues to spread, we won't be able to police in the way we want to’

National Chair responds to PM lockdown announcement

Chair urges public to 'do the right thing'