Survey offers chance to shape future wellbeing support

19 June 2026

Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are encouraged to complete a national survey and help improve wellbeing, working conditions, and psychological support in policing.

The National Police Workforce and Wellbeing Survey aims to build a detailed picture of the realities of modern policing.

It explores a range of issues including workload pressures, leadership, organisational culture, wellbeing, demand and the support available to officers.

The confidential survey is run by Oscar Kilo, the National Police Wellbeing Service. It is open until 22 June and takes around 10 minutes to complete.

Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Delme Rees.

Branch chair Delme Rees said: “The survey provides a valuable opportunity for officers to speak openly about the challenges and pressures they face, as well as the positives that keep them motivated and committed to the job.

“Decisions about wellbeing, resources, and support need be informed by the lived experiences of those working on the frontline every day.

“Every response helps to build a clearer picture of what officers need.

Meaningful improvements

“The more officers that take part, the more evidence there is for meaningful improvements across the service.”

More than 40,000 people from across UK policing completed the survey last year, helping create one of the most comprehensive assessments of workforce wellbeing and experience ever undertaken.

Challenges identified in last year’s survey included:

• 45 per cent of respondents reported often feeling burnt out

• 55 per cent said they experience persistent physical fatigue

• One third reported experiencing a physical assault in the past year

• Officers working in high-risk roles (e.g. response, CID, public protection) showed higher levels of emotional exhaustion and lower wellbeing

• 58 per cent of those who had experienced discrimination didn’t report it

• Three out of five find it difficult to take enough breaks

 Strengths included:

• Four out of five (80 per cent) of respondents said their team pulls together to get the job done

• 81 per cent feel trusted to do their job

• 89 per cent feel confident in their knowledge, skills and experience to do their job

• 67 cent continue to feel proud of the work they do

• 65 per cent identified their line manager as their most trusted support pathway

• Two-thirds (67 per cent) know how to access health and wellbeing support should they need it

Workplace wellbeing

The findings have already informed national work around fatigue, sleep and recovery, supported wider policing reform discussions, and helped drive action on issues such as psychological safety and workplace wellbeing.

Delme said: “Previous findings have influenced discussions around wellbeing, workload and workplace culture. That is why taking part is so important.

“This is your chance to ensure the experiences of Dyfed Powys Police officers are heard.”

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