Latest news Leicestershire Police Federation press release regarding proposed £2m outsourcing of policing to private security firms Andy Spence, Chair of Leicestershire Police Federation, said: “I am really concerned by this proposal by Rupert Matthews. Leicestershire Police Federation Marks Response Policing Week As part of Response Policing Week, Leicestershire Police Federation Secretary Joe Lloyd joined a response team in the force to see first-hand the pressures they face. BRAND NEW - Leicestershire Police Federation Podcast Brand New Leicestershire Police Federation Podcast - Episode 1: Money Matters is now live Federation Encourages Colleagues To Give Blood Leicestershire Police Federation, along with the Group Insurance Scheme and Medical Scheme, held a UK Blood Drive last week to encourage officers and staff members to donate blood. Council Tax Precept To Rise By £15 Statement from Leicestershire Police Federation Chair Andy Spence, following the PCC's announcement that he will increase the council tax precept by the maximum allowable £15.