Technology brings improved efficiencies in time and money for forces
Medals awarded for outstanding services to policing
National Chair puts context to Sky report which finds police have fired Tasers at 'children' & animals
Vice Chair Che Donald shares deep concerns over ‘archaic’ views on officer sickness and mental health
Vice Chair Ché Donald considers our police family at this emotive time of year
IOPC says it 'must do better' after figures show reality of lengthy investigations
Further statement following yesterday’s Court of Appeal ruling in favour of judges and firefighters
Ruling finds Government changes to pensions were discriminatory
Vice Chair responds to “disappointing” and “unhelpful” new research on use of Taser
A tougher approach to sentencing is urgently needed to combat knife crime
National Chair John Apter reflects on the year drawing to a close and looks ahead to 2019
Steps need to be taken to put the cost of the schemes back on target
Officers need more support to enable better recording says Simon Kempton as Home Office reveal data
Funding announcement a "quick fix" with "long-term financial investment" still needed
Up to 300 frontline officers in Gloucestershire will be equipped with spit and bite guards by the end of year
Quarter of a million donated to fund UK Police Memorial project
As armed policing hits the headlines again our new Firearms Lead Steve Hartshorn discusses this unique role
A poll conducted by a national newspaper reveals overwhelming public support to revert police cuts
PFEW has scooped three awards, including for our Protect the Protectors campaign and Reality of Policing video
Chair says government is 'passing the buck' by asking PCCs to fund more money for policing
Chair responds to damning HMICFRS report saying government should "hang their heads in shame"
PFEW National Chair John Apter believes legal change to protect responders is close
Conduct Lead Phill Matthews argues for a time limit on disciplinary investigations
Bill in Parliament today could protect police drivers from unfair prosecution
Police cannot be expected to continue to plug gaps for other overstretched public bodies
Policing struggles in Hartlepool "sadly reflects national policing picture", argues National Chair John Apter
A national campaign to highlight information officers need to know as they undertake their roles has been launched today
National Chair John Apter responds to incidents where bystanders have filmed officers being assaulted
Disappointment at Theresa May not remembering her infamous analogy at our 2015 Conference
Operation Policing Lead Simon Kempton says clarity is needed to ensure fight against terror is not affected
Maximum sentence doubles from 6 to 12 months for those who attack police & law now includes other services
Federation links drop in drugs seizures to falling police numbers and erosion of Stop and Search
Operational Policing Lead Simon Kempton outlines the risks of confusing the two roles
Chair responds to "deeply concerning" medical report which finds knife crime spikes at school leaving times
National Chair John Apter asks how many warnings do the Government need as yet another critical report is published
"Extra officers are simply the same officers doing more" says PFEW Chair
New Equality lead Peggy Lamont explains why she's so committed to making a difference
Members are invited to take part in workshops to help inform policy around support, welfare and development
A new strategy to tackle Serious and Organised Crime goes only a small way in addressing the issues
National Chair addresses Royal College of Nursing summit on violence against blue light workers
National Chair responds to police chiefs threat to lodge legal action against goverment over funding
Chair John Apter gives his reaction to Chancellor's budget
Operational Policing lead reflects on scathing HASC report
Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) supports our call for an urgent injection of funds into an ailing service
Chair argues all officers should have access to spit guards regardless of where they work
Legal proceedings to commence after Government fails to act on police pay recommendations
Technology lead Simon Kempton presents at ground-breaking internet security event
Chair John Apter to appear on ITV Tonight programme discussing roads policing
Chair responds to release of 'deeply depressing' crime statistics
Men and women are urged to speak out about menopause as we seek to improve understanding and support
Post Incident Procedures affects everyone, was the message from our most interactive seminar on the topic
A revolutionary ‘Fit-bit’-style bracelet was unveiled at the Police Federation’s Post Incident Procedures Seminar
Understanding of Acute Behavioural Disturbance can reduce deaths in custody says Dr Meng Aw Yong
Delegates at the Police Federation’s PIPs Seminar debated new police watchdog guidelines
Delegates given an insight into the split second decision-making which firearms officers can face
Two Staffordshire PCs outlined their own experiences of good post incident procedures
Stop and Search Lead Simon Kempton responds to flawed stop and search report
Chief Inspector Leanne Pook spoke about Female Genital Mutilation and the work that she is doing to combat this issue
Federation responds to new draft guidance from police watchdog
Thames Valley Police detectives uncovered a £1bn scam which saw offenders sentenced to almost 100 years
NPCC annouce new recommendations to inprove diversity in policing
Operation Pendent tackled difficult and complex case
Outstanding detectives have been recognised in a national awards ceremony
The DC, who now works undercover, was recognised for his pioneering work with vulnerable victims
Clare Shiel has been recognised for her dedicated work combatting vexatious claims against her force
The awards is in recognition for her contribution to policing, spanning a long career
DC White recognised as national Smarter Detective after he uncovered first generation images of abuse on a suspect’s devices, including recorded skype video calls
The team of detectives have been recognised with a national award for their investigation into a global paedophile ring
If forces want the best they need to adapt their way of working says former hacker turned internet security expert
A tragic car accident left detective Paula Craig paralysed from the waist down – altering her life forever.
Home Office civil servant quizzed about findings from IT survey
On World Mental Health Day Chair John Apter discusses the worth of welfare
Detectives from across England and Wales will be recognised for their outstanding and exemplary work
New survey reveals dismal technology hampering fight against crime
Federation responds to Channel 4’s Dispatches programme on police demand and capacity
Another awards shortlist for Protect The Protectors campaign and Reality of policing video
Legal proceedings have started with the Home Office
Our thoughts remain with the families of those who lost their lives
Chair gives his reaction to the Home Secretary’s Conference speech
New National Secretary Alex Duncan sets out his vision for the future
Home Secretary amongst those paying tribute in Belfast
Chair John Apter reflects on the importance of National Police Memorial Day
Police in Scotland are to get a 6.5% pay uplift compared to only 2% for England and Wales
Fallen officers and WW1 heroes to be honoured at National Police Memorial Day on Sunday
Sensible debate needed with politicians and the public about what exactly they want their police to do
Members will be represented at the upcoming political events
Met PC Joe Harrington celebrates as he is cleared after 'nightmare' investigation
Police Federation technology lead Simon Kempton takes a look at the dysfunctional world of police technology
Operational Policing Lead Simon Kempton urges chiefs and Government to provide reassurance on policing landscape
The outgoing National Secretary Andy Fittes reflects on just how far the Federation has come
Find out more about the people representing members at a national level
Legislation which doubles the maximum sentence for assaults on police becomes law
Custody is feeling the effects of cuts to policing just as much as other areas of service
Inspector Tony Maggs discusses how cell design helps to prevent suicide and can protect officers
A scheme to help identify brain injury survivors in the criminal justice system is being rolled out across the country.
Dr Meng Aw-Yong, explains the need to raise awareness of Acute Behavioural Disturbance
Tony Herbert issues a heartfelt plea for changes in how deaths in custody are dealt with
The police watchdog is still taking too long over investigations but is reducing the amount of time it takes.
NPCC National Lead ACC Nev Kemp tells delegates at the National Custody Seminar how custody jobs are undervalued
Home Office lacks a clear understanding of basic levels of funding needed to maintain our police service
Chair John Apter echoes the Superintendents’ Association message and asks 'why is no-one listening?'
Operational Police Lead Simon Kempton reacts to Home Secretary’s proposals to extend stop and search powers
A consultation will go ahead to agreed the steps to be taken to return costs to the target level
Nearly one in four custody officers want to quit, according to survey
Vice-Chair Ché Donald responds to sight test regulations which could see firearm officers stripped of the their roles
Officers reminded to claim basic entitlements following 'derisory' pay award
As the trend of people videoing officers appears to be increasing Simon Kempton focuses on perception
National Chair John Apter highlights members' pay and conditions as a top priority for the organisation
Twenty-two representatives from across England and Wales have been elected
Investigative policing will be celebrated at the Police Federation National Detectives’ Forum (PFNDF) Awards
Frontline police officers and police staff are invited to share their thoughts on how to improve policing at a national level
We welcome the IOPC's support for better legal protections for police response drivers
As our second Demand, Capacity and Welfare survery launches Ché Donald explains why welfare is so important
Officers’ views are essential to make a change for the better
Chair urges goverment to wake up and invest in police service
Federation Professional Development lead Dave Bamber is concerned about the new £18K police apprenticeship pay
New Police Federation Leavers’ survey pinpoints exit triggers
PFEW Chair responds to suspected terrorsist attack outside Parliament
Figures show millions spent on overtime could have paid for more than 10,000 new constables
As we release our latest Pay and Morale findings we spoke to one officer about her experiences
Results of our 2018 pay and morale survey
Response to the increase in interest rates
John Apter gives his reaction to being elected as PFEW Chair
Results of National Chair elections in which members have been able to vote for the first time
A new report shows that in 2017/18 there were 23 deaths in or following police custody
House of Lords passes Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Bill through to the next stage
Derisory 2% pay offer announced by Home Office
Appalling attacks on five officers in North Wales show need for tougher sentencing
Our ‘Reality of Policing’ video up for Best use of content at PR awards
Response to latest ONS crime figures and Home Office workforce stats
PFEW has successfully challenged 'discriminatory' regulations around maternity support and pensions
Policing Minister, Nick Hurd, has announced a review is being launched into front-line policing
Police Federation responds to survey claiming police have 'lost control of streets'
PC Keith Palmer GM honoured posthumously with PC Charlie Guenigault for heroic actions during terrorist attacks
Sergeant Mark Allmond and PC Alex Quigley named South East regional winners
PC Mohammed Nadeem named North West regional winner
PCs Gary Sharpe and Victoria Threadgold names as North East regional winners
PC Keith Palmer GM and PC Charlie Guenigault named London regional winners
PCs David Hall and Rhys Rushby named Welsh regional winners
Inspector Ian Stevenson named South West regional winner
Officer awarded for fending off a samurai attacker
PC Kimberley Morris named Midlands regional winner
Courageous officers praised for commitment to duty
Federation vice chair Ché Donald highlights the plight of officers providing security support for Donald Trump
Our members are being invited to vote for their National Federation Chair from 12-30 July
Just 24 hours until the 23rd Police Federation annual awards get underway
Warning that the Presidential visit is placing "unquestionable pressure" on an already struggling police service
John Apter and Phill Matthews have put themselves forward to stand as the national Chair of the Police Federation
Chair Calum Macleod shares his thoughts in the lead up to our 23rd annual Police Bravery Awards
Vice Chair Ché Donald welcomes new consultation on measures which will better protect cops
New academic research takes an in-depth look at direct entry
A hundred years after prohibition was introduced why it's time to have an open discussion about illegal substances
NPCC announce overnight allowance to be paid to all eligable officers supporting Trump UK visit
Vice-Chair Ché Donald responds to today's Home Office police wellbeing goal
National Chair announces he will not stand again with successor to take over at the start of August
Federation chairs have urged peers to support a bill offering new protections for emergency services workers
Ahead of President Trump's visit, we highlight our work to ensure members get fair & consistent pay
Findings from the local Routine Arming reports published
Lead on drugs policy calls for public debate on outdated drugs legislation
Courageous heroes from across the country have been nominated for their outstanding bravery
Sam Roberts, lead for Wales, asks what's happened to the £3m Apprentice Levy collected from the forces in Wales
Chair Calum Macleod reflects on Lush's campaign which sparked public outrage & badged all police officers as 'liars'
Reaction as latest HMICFRS report highlights demand, capacity and welfare as the main issues facing policing
Chair Calum Macleod responds to yesterday's announcement about Direct Entry scheme
Delegates will hear of challenges officers face working in custody
Lead of Detectives’ Forum says new scheme is an insult to hardworking detectives
Federation would like to see more recognition for rank and file officers
Cosmetic company suspend campaign after offensive 'anti-police' window displays spark public backlash
Comments by Met Commissioner back PFEW's warnings that police cuts would fuel a rise in crime
Federation reacts to Home Secretary's speech
Our chair thanks public for their support for officers after national campaign sparks fury
Chair hits back at campaign launched by British Cosmetic Company ‘Lush’
“Impactive” and “emotive” video which shows realities of being a police officer proves social media sensation
Annual Conference has closed for another year with key messages being delivered during a packed two days
Conference hears how combatting terrorism has been affected by cuts to policing
Police numbers and station closures raised with new Home Secretary Sajid Javid
We feel the proposed starting salary for some new recruits is too low
Thorny issues were covered, including pay and resources, Taser and spit and bite guards
Conference session highlights the important role of detectives and the current crisis in the field
Home Secretary Sajid Javid was challenged over the delay of a review looking into better protections for firearms officers.
Research suggests policing is no longer necessarily considered a long-term profession
Calum Macleod welcomes the new Home Secretary's approach to policing
Chair Calum Macleod delivers his keynote speech at conference
Lively debate over police pay sees Policing Minister stunned and stuck for words before assuring his support
Nick Hurd said he has heard police calls for more investment
All speakers agreed that stop and search had a role to play in reducing violent crime
Straw poll shows 97% of delegates agree
Fatigue should never be dismissed as being 'just part of the job'
A police officer who was viciously attacked feels let down by weak sentencing
Head of the new police watchdog outlined his key steps after years of mistrust from police
IOPC promises change - but faces barrage over officer shooting
PC Tina Newman has helped transform attitudes towards sex workers
Our Pursuits Lead responds to Goverment's trained police drivers consultation announcement
Less than 24 hours to go until our Annual Conference in Birmingham
Chair Calum Macleod on what he is expecting from the Government ahead of next week's conference
Vice Chair response to NPCC announcement on "uplift" in armed officer
Less than a week until our most interactive conference yet
Members, find out if there are contested elections in your force and how to vote
Vice-Chair Ché Donald explains why supporting wellbeing is so personal to him
Karen Stephens, PFEW Detectives lead, blogs about the challenges faced by investigators
Chair responds to appointment of Home Secretary Sajid Javid
Protect the Protectors Bill clears the Commons but police disappointed as key provisions don't go far enough
Stark warning issued as latest crime statistics show violent crime at highest ever
Federation disappointed by length of time new police watchdog took but says it will continue to work with organisation going forward
Police and other emergency services share experiences of being assaulted in new video
Police officers have a duty to protect the communities we serve - and in order to do that we should mirror them.
Update from Simon Kempton, Operational Lead, on the Federation's role since the attack in early March
There's less than six weeks until Annual Conference
Members need to be able to take the time off they are owed in order to protect their own welfare and public safety
Reps across England and Wales are elected to represent the interests of members
Federation blasts Amber Rudd for ignoring policing cuts
This is the only survey to provide a national picture of police officers’ views on their pay and conditions
'Enough police' to tackle rise in violent crime, says Home Secretary
Our response to gender pay gap figures
Inspectors confirm bail shake up leaves the vulnerable at risk, as Federation warned
The Federation is backing an officer's campaign highlighting the dangers of livestreaming while driving
Stop and Search lead Alex Duncan gives his reaction to the Home Office’s new initiative to combat knife crime
On the anniversary of the devastating terrorist attack in London, Chair Calum Macleod shares his thoughts
Response to NHS workers' pay rise
Peel Report on police effectiveness proves ‘cracks’ are showing in the service
PFEW seminar for Equality Liaison Officers tackles hot topics including capability dismissal and discrimination
Bitter disappointment which prolongs threat to cops
Calum Macleod's thoughts on the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech
Detective policing on the brink of crisis according to results of a new national survey
It's now easier for members of the police pension schemes to plan for their financial future
A Wiltshire Police officer remains in hospital after being exposed to a "nerve agent"
Hayley Aley, Equality lead, marks the day by reflecting on her experiences as a woman in policing
Hayley Aley, Equality lead, writes about the importance of positive change in the current elections
It's time to nominate the very best of detective policing throughout England and Wales
Members across England and Wales have begun voting for their local Fed reps
Members voted to enable upcoming Westminster Bill to take effect in Wales.
Chair Calum Macleod asks why tabloids have such a problem with police officers engaging with members of the public
PFEW Pursuits Lead Tim Rogers outlines the stakes ahead of Bill's second reading at Parliament
The Met voting portal is now open and other Branches will open on 1 March
Federation responds to latest Government position on pay rises for officers
Chair Calum Macleod warns NPCC ‘Don’t take us for fools’
Chief constables and police leaders attend the first of several workshops today to discuss police officer welfare
Chair Calum Macleod explains further our efforts to get a decent pay increase for officers this year
This year's submisison to the Police Remuneration Review Body calls for a 3.4% pay rise for officers
A successful operation to target driver offending showed how indispensable roads police officers for public safety
General Secretary Andy Fittes shares his views about the changes to how officers can stand for election
'I am your friend in government' says Pauline Reeves at the Department for Transport
Minister promises funding for improved roadside technology
Closer collaboration should be encouraged says Roads Policing Lead
Our members are invited to stand for election as a Fed rep
Summary from this year's Roads Policing Conference
Officers recognised at this year's Roads Policing Conference Awards Ceremony
Roads Policing leads for PFEW and NPCC - Jayne Willetts and Anthony Bangham - open Roads Policing Conference
Department of Transport announce consultation on new ways to report road accidents
Federation will now examine detail in the judgements
Reaction to latest ONS crime figures
Local Federation nominations begin opening this week
Vice-Chair Ché Donald reports back on the Government's meeting about officer mental health and wellbeing
A round table debate on the important issue of police wellbeing has been welcomed but is “long overdue.”
Initiative will see chief officers write impact statement to support assaulted officers
Demand and increasing pressure on roads policing will be high on the agenda at the event on 30 and 31 January
New research shows that lone police officers are more likely to be put in harm’s way
Improvements hoped for as the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) becomes the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)
Calum Macleod promises to raise police officers' issues at the 'very highest echelons of government'