Police and Fire clash in this year’s finals of Motor Source Emergency Services Football League

The Motor Source ESFL final matches will be played on Sunday 4 June at Broadhurst Stadium, home of FC United of Manchester, welcoming thousands of teams’ supporters, and members of the local communities in and around Manchester.

Don’t put police officers at the mercy of undemocratic political mechanisms

PFEW responds to the proposed Police Reform (Performance and Disciplinary) Bill drafted by the Mayor of London.

Second Webinar for Special Constables

On the 27 of April the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) held its second Special Constabulary webinar.

A day in the life of a national Federation rep out with operational officers

National Board member and Devon and Cornwall Sergeant Sue Honeywill recently visited her local police station in Bodmin to speak to members about the pressures of the job and get involved with frontline duties after being off for a period of time recovering from an injury sustained on shift. 

Officers hail 'absolutely brilliant' Welfare Support Programme

The Police Federation of England and Wales’ Welfare Support Programme has been a lifeline for hundreds of police officers and their families who are going through life-changing circumstances.

Police Uplift Programme: A flawed success story

A detailed look at the police uplift programme to better understand the honesty of the government numbers and claims of success.

Thousands of officers from across the country unite as one force for the King

National Chair Steve Hartshorn and Deputy Chair Tiffany Lynch proudly reflect on the commitment and contribution of the police towards the Coronation of King Charles III.

Uplift numbers do not stand up to scrutiny

Through the Police Uplift Programme the Government has effectively backfilled the cut in officer numbers after 2010.

Compensation won for member in mental health injury case

PC awarded payout following a successful personal injury claim funded by the Police Federation of England and Wales.

Wellbeing sessions for reps launched

Professional development days will help PFEW understand how it can support its reps so they can continue to help officers in their time of need.

PFEW opposes introducing a new entry route with lower education level

The PFEW calls upon the NPCC and the College to apply its original proposal for a new non-degree entry route accredited to educational Level 6.

April POLICE Magazine

Your bi-monthly magazine from the Police Federation of England and Wales.

Government publishes increased Commutation Factors

PFEW welcomes the Government’s response to the consultation on SCAPE discount rate updating the Police Pension Scheme 1987.

First webinar for special constables

Last night the PFEW hosted its first webinar dedicated to special constables, hosted by Special Chief Inspector Laura Hart from Merseyside Police. 

Target Fatigue

We discuss the new Target Fatigue initiative and the assets that officers can find under the online Target Fatigue support pages

Report finds culture change desperately needed across entire service

Police Federation of England and Wales National Chair Steve Hartshorn responds to Baroness Casey’s independent review.

PFEW paints policing in positive light on week-long TV feature

Last week the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) was invited to take part in a week-long feature on Talk TV to discuss the various roles within policing with presenter Ian Collins.

‘Policing is all I ever wanted to do since I was a kid, but I’m left questioning my role over pay’

Student PC Charlotte Lancaster is passionate about policing, but feels demoralised as she is left juggling a business on the side with working and studying, to help pay the bills and afford fuel for commuting and visiting her family.

Can the Government still ignore evidence of poor police pay?

National chair Steve Hartshorn reflects on the recent SMF research and how it bolsters our Fair Pay Campaign and the submissions of the NPCC and PSA to the Government on the state of police pay.

PFEW calls for minimum 17% pay rise for members

Independent research by Social Market Foundation reveals police pay has fallen almost 20 per cent in real terms since 2000 prompting PFEW to call for 17 per cent pay rise in 2023.

The desperate need for independence in the PRRB process

PFEW writes to PRRB enumerating reasons for its inability to return to the pay review process in its current state.

We implore police chiefs and the Government to work together for the benefit of officers

National Chair Steve Hartshorn reacts to FBU members agreeing to a pay settlement.

National Chair, Steve Hartshorn, comments on the recent leaked texts from Matt Hancock

National Chair, Steve Hartshorn, comments on the recent leaked texts from Matt Hancock

Worryingly low promotion success rates down to lack of learning time during work

New data has revealed concerningly low promotion success rates for police officers aspiring to take the next steps in their careers.

What strike action could mean for policing

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?

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

‘Chief officers should join Met Commissioner calling for police pay rise that takes account of inflation’

National Chair Steve Hartshorn and Deputy National Chair Tiffany Lynch react to Sir Mark Rowley's call for a police officer pay award that takes account of the current rate of inflation.

New maternity guide and calculator

A new maternity guide and calculator is now available for our members to ensure they get the right information about entitlements and pay.

Funding for neighbourhood policing restoration must be from central government

National Chair Steve Hartshorn responds to Shadow Home Secretary’s proposals to put an extra 13,000 neighbourhood police officers and police community support officers back on the streets.

Bringing members together to discuss their religion and beliefs

This month we conducted the first-ever Religions and Beliefs event, where members provided valuable insights into their studying faiths.

Hampshire Police Federation helps increase Boot Allowance for special constables to £70

Branch Secretary Garry Smith works with senior leaders of the special constabulary to address increased cost of living.

Member compensated after sensitive and confidential information leak

The successful personal injury claim was funded by the Federation and pursued by Setfords.

February POLICE mag out now

If you would like to be featured in the magazine or have any feedback, let us know.

Statement following sentencing of David Carrick

David Carrick has been sentenced to 36 life sentences with a minimum of 30 years, 269 days to be served.

Time Off for Dependants over the coming strike days

Deputy National Chair Tiff Lynch responds to latest police uplift figures

The uplift programme currently sits at 16,700 out of the 20,000 promised by the Government and with two months to go until the end of the target period.

‘Dangers we face and scrutiny we are under isn’t reflected fairly in pay and conditions’

Traffic officer PC Dan Stoppard spotlights how the erosion in pay and conditions him and his colleagues have faced, including the removal of special priority payments, makes him feel devalued.

Chief constables must ensure forces comply with Health and Safety Act

PFEW will hold police employers to account and reminds them of their legal obligations to treat employees with dignity, consideration and understanding. 

PFEW Chair gives evidence at Home Affairs Select Committee

Today [18 January] the Home Affairs Select Committee held an in-person session to continue their inquiry into policing priorities.

‘We have been dipping into our sons’ university funds to pay bills’

PC David Bowley, father to two boys, says he has been left with no option but to delve into years’ worth of savings that were meant for his children’s future, and does not think pay fairly represents the risks officers face each day.

‘I invite the Government to refute our survey findings’

The Government must listen and not ignore the needs of the service because our officers do not have the right to strike.

Pay and Morale Survey finds policing rests on a knife edge

Future of the police service ‘rests on a knife edge’ as thousands of disillusioned rank and file police officers respond to the latest Pay and Morale Survey.

MPs call on Number 10 to create ‘Elizabeth Medal’ for fallen emergency workers

Police Federation joint campaign for new post-humous medal gains more cross-party support.

Additional service bar for Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal

Police officers will receive an additional ‘bar’ when they reach 30 years’ service and a second bar for 40 years’ service.

Target of the uplift programme fails to recognise reality

National Chair responds to Prime Minister's five promises.