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Fly-fishing passion helps Fed member reel in rural criminals

PC Jonathan Thomas represented Dyfed Powys Police in Welsh regional competition

Copped Enough: thin blue line stretched to breaking, chair warns

Thousands of officers could resign in the next few years

‘Officers are being pushed beyond their limits and given no choice’

Results of new Pay and Morale Survey paint stark picture

Branch chair highlights importance of victim-focused performance review

Delme Rees encouraged members to engage with the session to help build a clearer understanding of how different roles across the Force interconnect

Branch chair responds to PCC’s Police and Crime Plan

Delme Rees has welcomed the Police and Crime Commissioner’s plans to improve trust and confidence in local policing

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Funding boost for neighbourhood policing

An extra 33 officers will be recruited to boost neighbourhood policing

Feeling stressed? Support is available

It's Stress Awareness Month

Semi-final heartbreak - again - for men's rugby team

Last-minute penalty condemns them to a 50-47 defeat by Scotland Thistles

Plans underway for National Police Memorial Day service

This year’s service will be held at Coventry Cathedral

New report highlights need for investment in policing

A decade of cuts has had a serious effect on frontline policing

Dyfed Powys Men's Rugby set for semi-final clash

They take on the Scottish Thistles in the Police Sport UK (PSUK) cup competition

Police Unity Tour: 2025 registrations now open

The PUT is set to be held across the weekend of Friday 1 August

Campaign for suicide prevention targeted at police is launched

The Suicide Trauma Education Prevention (STEP) campaign is underway

Chair welcomes engagement from Welsh MPs on issues facing members

The Federation are determined to work with politicians on policing issues

New reps attend their first branch council meeting

A total of 11 new workplace representatives have joined 11 former reps

Fed rep outlines dedication to female empowerment on International Women’s Day

Kelly's most career-defining work has come as a domestic abuse (DA) officer

Free webinar this Friday: celebrating women in policing

Tune in this Friday (7 March) at 10am

Chair shares views on NPCC’s recommended pay uplift

Delme Rees said there remains a long way to go to correct the long-term cuts in police pay

Federation chair calls for PNB Agreement review

PFEW survey results highlight the need to revisit the 31-year-old regulations

Financial pledge set to bring new police memorial a step closer

Wales is the only home nation without a dedicated memorial to police officers killed on duty

Queries about Police Regulations: refer to new guide

Police Federation publication

Independent panel review of PFEW: webinar update for members

The session takes place from 1pm to 2.30pm tomorrow

Could you be entitled to a tax refund?

As a member of Dyfed Powys Police Federation, you are entitled to a professional tax review through The Tax Refund Company

Bravery Awards nominee recounts ‘lovely’ experience with Welsh First Minister

PC Rhodri Jones met Eluned Morgan, at the Senedd building in Cardiff

Federation elections: still time to put yourself forward as a rep

Time running out to nominate for Fed rep position

How to beat the January blues

Police Mutual is giving tips on how to keep positive through the most depressing month of the year

Win £500 thanks to Police Mutual draw

Four e-gift cards are up for grabs

Shining a light on rural policing

Paul set about implementing the Force’s rural and wildlife crime strategy

Elections process begins: become a Fed rep

Voting will take place between 3 and 25 February

Fundraising friend runs half marathon in memory of colleague

Sergeant Gary Cole completed the run in memory of Inspector Gareth Earp

Have your say on police funding

Members are asked to have their say on the 2025/26 policing budget

Make 2025 the year you get your finances in check

Expert advice for members on budgeting and spending

A Christmas message to our members

The team at Dyfed Powys Police Federation wish you and your loved ones a merry Christmas and happy New Year

Officer quits and rejoins as Special: ‘I’ve got the best of both worlds’

Luke’s passion for policing developed thanks to a friend who was a police officer

Could you be a Federation representative?

You can put yourself forward for election as a workplace representative

Stay together and stay strong: Roger’s retirement message to colleagues

After 26 years with the Force, Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has retired

Continuity and authenticity are priorities for new chair Delme

His involvement with the Federation began seven years ago

Winter magazine out now

Call for members to become Federation workplace reps

International Volunteers Day: Fed chair sings praises of Specials

Specials also lend skills and knowledge developed from their day jobs outside of the force

Factsheet gives advice on bereavement

Including tips on how to support others too

‘Support not scrutiny’: Fed chair criticises new Home Office unit

The new unit will be used to directly monitor police performance

Webinar to shine a light on men's health

They will be discussing the issues men face in the 21st century, specifically those in policing

£3,000 first prize in Christmas draw

Enter for your chance to win

Remembering detective

"This incident was a very dark day in the history of our Force"

Remembering fallen officers

Three detectives died in road accident

Pay and Morale Survey vital to Federation work

Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being reminded to complete the survey

Support on hand if you want to quit smoking

Police Mutual has produced a free guide to help members give up smoking

Remembering Force detective

Today marks the 19^th anniversary

‘We need to invest in mental health support’

Today (10 October) is World Mental Health Day

Win a £500 Amazon gift voucher

The competition is being run by Police Mutual

New chair carries Force flag at Memorial Day

“This was my first NPMD and it was an incredibly moving occasion"

New chair to represent branch at annual Memorial Day

They will honour more than 5,000 police officers who have died while on duty

'This is a chance to get your voices heard'

New Pay and Morale Survey out now

Dyfed Powys Fed concerned about early prisoner release

Officers feel 'hugely frustrated and let down'

'We need actions not words' Fed chair urges MPs

Policing minister heaps praise on officers

PFEW hosting World Suicide Prevention Day webinar

Members encouraged to sign up for the free webinar on Tuesday 10 September

Live Q&A on pensions: Friday (6 September)

It is being run by the All Wales Pensions Hub

Drop in officer numbers 'disappointed but not surprised'

Retention is now a key challenge for policing

Fed members encouraged to nominate outstanding police volunteers for annual awards

The Lord Ferrers Awards recognise outstanding contributions by those who give their time to support policing including Special Constables

Summer magazine out now

Packed with the latest news and views

Have your say on your police uniform

The National Police Uniform and Equipment Survey closes on Monday 12 August

Heroic cop who saved toddler receives recognition

Zoë performed CPR on Elliott for 25 minutes

Fed chair sings praises of PUT riders

'I am full of admiration for those who took it on to raise awareness of fallen officers'

Pay rise response: Still work to be done on police pay mechanism

This is a 'small step towards pay restoration for our members'

Fed member shares pride at Women in Policing recognition

PC Jodi Harris clinched second place in the Inspirational Police Woman category

Samaritans Awareness Day: advice for mental wellbeing

Police Mutual issues July factsheets

Pedal power will help boost COPS funds

Dyfed Powys cyclists set to embark on Police Unity Tour

World Cup joy for Fed’s rugby star

Hannah helps Welsh side qualify for World Cup

Life-saving Fed member shares delight at attending awards ceremony

‘It was a really special evening’

New Home Secretary thanks brave officers during exclusive reception

Yvette Cooper and new Policing Minister Diana Johnson DBE spoke to officers

Good luck message sent to Bravery Award nominee

Deputy secretary Ceris Davies said the branch was proud of PC Rhodri Jones

Fed calls on Government to commit to long-term funding

Labour’s landslide victory in the General Election saw the Conservatives lose all their seats in Wales

What do you think of the police uniform? Have your say

Help shape future decision-making on uniforms

Response officer’s job is ‘wide, varied and unpredictable’

Response policing is the engine room of the police service

Remembering Inspector Gareth Earp

First anniversary today

‘Stay safe in the sun’ members are reminded

Force encouraged to take steps to support members

Factsheets cover range of health and wellbeing issues

Get advice, tips and support during Men's Health Week

Free downloadable guides available for Fed members

From supporting officers with their mental health to raising awareness of dementia

Cop behind dam rescue nominated for National Police Bravery Award

Rhodri saved a woman and a dog stuck 20 feet down a reservoir dam

Former Army PT is guest speaker at mental health webinar

Webinar is being held on Wednesday 15 May from 10.30am until 11.15am

National Walking Month: get outside this May

Make the most of lighter mornings and longer evenings

Fed congratulates PCC on re-election

He will be well aware of the current issues within policing

Police Unity Tour: Registration now open

Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being encouraged to taking part in the sponsored cycle ride

A mother’s story: off-duty police officer saved my daughter’s life

Francesca Jackson shares the incredible story of how Dyfed Powys Police officer Zoe Williams saved the life of her daughter Elliott.

Beating testicular cancer: Know Your Balls seminar

Former Wales international footballer John Hartson will talk about his diagnosis with testicular cancer

High workloads contribute to low morale within Dyfed Powys Police

'We must remember this influx of new recruits has only taken us back to the numbers we had in 2010'

Memorial day service to be hosted in Scotland

The Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow will be the venue

Meet your reps: Sergeant Gideon Eastlake

Gideon is now in his 30th year with the Force

Struggling with debt? Download this free guide

The factsheet is full of financial tips

Pay and Morale 2023 results

Fed chair backs petition for POCA funds to be used in support of officers

Beneficiaries of the campaign’s success would include Police Care UK

Want to quit smoking? Free guide available

Improve your long-term physical health

Posthumous medal to be given in honour of fallen officers

Elizabeth Emblem welcomed by Federation chair

Quick-thinking off-duty cop saves life of two-year-old

Zoe resuscitated the ‘limp and lifeless’ toddler

Revised Code of Ethics will help restore public confidence, says Fed chair

Code outlines the professional behaviours the public can expect from police officers

Addiction support at your fingertips

Both Rehubs and Help4Addiction offer support for any type of addiction

Results from mass screening project are 'really positive' says Fed chair

Historic data wash can strengthen public trust in policing

Force Review: Fed will be a voice for members throughout each stage

'We will continue to engage with the Force, to ensure the Federation is involved'

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

Federation determined to give officers a voice as Force review continues

The review aims to put more officers into frontline policing roles

New laws to provide better legal protection for drivers to come under the spotlight

The seminar will discuss the new legislation

His Majesty The King paid personal tribute to Inspector Gareth Earp

Father-of-three Gareth died in a car accident on his way home from work in June

A guide to Police Regulations

The guide provides a basic summary of members’ main terms and conditions.

Fed fighting for best outcomes for members in ongoing review

Ongoing review aims to put more officers into frontline policing roles

Federation magazine out now

Winter edition published

A Christmas message from Dyfed Powys Police Federation

Many officers are working long and unsociable hours

Wellbeing lead calls for urgent action to support officers' mental health

40 per cent of current police officer sickness in the Force is due to non-physical injury

Final chance to have your say on pay and morale

PFEW annual survey closes on Monday 11 December

Survey results will make Federation voice stronger

Members urged to have their say

Fed chair calls for fairer funding formula

Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones speaks out

Fed secretary draws on own experience ahead of health webinar for men

Roger Webb shares his story

Fed chair urges members to fill in crucial survey

Survey launched today

Tributes to fallen officer

DC Paul Hetherington remembered on the anniversary of his death

Federation launches survey to mark World Menopause Day

Members are being encouraged to complete the Everyone Pause survey

Federation pays tribute to fallen officers

Fallen officers remembered on anniversary of tragedy

Fed chair says Home Secretary conference speech was slap in face

Gareth Jones spoke of his disappointment that Suella Braverman failed to introduce an Elizabeth Medal for fallen officers

PFEW announces ballot on industrial rights

PFEW is working with a leading senior counsel (KC) on its approach to pursuing industrial rights for the membership.

PFEW conference: National chair disappointed after Home Secretary fails to sign off Medals for Heroes campaign

Suella Braverman addressed the Federation's annual conference before taking questions from members

Remembering DC Barrie Davies

Tributes paid to fallen colleague

PFEW Annual Conference continues after ‘an incredible day of debate’

Day two of the conference will feature speeches by PFEW chair Steve Hartshorn and Home Secretary Suella Braverman

PFEW Annual Conference 2023: A look back at day one

Consistency, better pay and additional funding among the hot topics of discussion during day one of Annual Conference 2023

PFEW conference: ‘How can it be right officers struggle to keep a roof over their heads?’ asks national secretary

Calum Macleod said he'd encourage his children to look for a different career to policing

Annual Conference: Busy agenda gets underway today

Two-day event is online only and members can register

Branch chair urges members to register for online conference and have their say

PFEW’s flagship event takes place online only on Tuesday 10 October and Wednesday 11 October.

An “honour and privilege” to deliver main address at National Police Memorial Day, says chaplin

Memorable day for Force's lead chaplin

Ex-Dyfed Powys officer proud to represent the Force at Police Memorial Day

John Morgan has retired as the event's director of music after almost two decades

Inspector Gareth Earp honoured at this year’s National Police Memorial Day

It was emotional service at the New Theatre in Cardiff

Fed chair says ‘Medals for Heroes’ campaign looks promising

Support from Wales' First Minister helps campaign gain momentum.

New policing hub making a difference for members and the public

'Long overdue' facility opened in Llanelli

Chief Constable says this year’s National Police Memorial Day has ‘added significance’

“Inspector Gareth Earp was lost to us at Dyfed Powys this year and so it is particularly poignant."

Venue change for National Police Memorial Day

A very important day for policing

Fears that criminals could take advantage of speed cap

Creating a second speed limit for police drivers would reduce their ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergency calls.

New misconduct powers are a return to kangaroo courts says Fed chair

New measures could undermine the process

Online fundraiser set up in support of Sergeant Saville’s family

The JustGiving page has already raised over £100,000

The thin blue line is getting stretched even thinner says Fed chair

Detectives are drowning in red tape and officers are leaving the service

Cover under Travel Disruption Extension: Extended Travel Delay and Abandonment

Passengers affected by the UK air traffic control failure

Government needs to find solutions to the officer retention crisis

Record numbers of officers are leaving the service

Fed’s wellbeing lead ‘cautiously optimistic’ about ‘Right Care, Right Person’ initiative

Great idea - but where is the money coming from?

My cancer story: branch secretary encourages members to ‘listen to their body’

The 56-year-old father to two teenage girls was given the news that he had bowel cancer in March

Chief Constables urged to ensure they comply with police driving legislation

Police chiefs are being reminded of their obligations under the new legislation brought in to offer better legal protection for police drivers.

Wildfires and Extreme Heat Impacting Greece & Other Regions

For those already on holiday in affected areas - GIS - Millstream Updated for Wildfires and Extreme Heat Impacting Greece & Other Regions

Gareth Earp is honoured at COPS remembrance service

Dyfed Powys Inspector Gareth Earp was honoured at yesterday’s Care of Police Survivors (COPS) Service of Remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.

Record numbers of officers quit police service

Home Office figures highlight extent of officer retention crisis

Dyfed Powys Police Unity Tour team prepare to pay tribute to Inspector Gareth Earp

This year’s Police Unity Tour is going to be even more poignant for the Dyfed Powys team, after the passing of colleague Gareth Earp.

Inspector Gareth Earp: funeral today

Officers will come together today to pay respects to Dyfed Powys Inspector Gareth Earp who died last month. His funeral will be held at St Clement’s Church, Rhayader at 2pm.