Season’s greetings

A Christmas message from Hertfordshire Police Federation

Winter magazine is now available

Read all about the Police Bravery Awards

Hertfordshire promised extra funds to deliver anti-crime plan

Home Secretary announces provisional funding settlement

Vice-chair looking forward to working with new Branch Council

Election process now completed

Brave Martin honoured at awards ceremony

Courage of Hertfordshire officer recognised at Police Bravery Awards

Secretary looking forward to second term in office

Al Wollaston “proud and pleased” after re-election

Geoff honoured to remain as Federation chair

Re-elected chair vows to continue pressing for improved officer welfare

Brave PC to be recognised at national awards ceremony

Federation hosts Police Bravery Awards

Federation releases findings of Leavers’ Survey

The impact of poor morale, low pay, overwork and the lack of resources has been laid bare in a Police Federation survey

Treasury publishes new pensions guidelines

Read the Federation's update

Mental Health Symposium leads to new approach

Mental health symposium

Remembering Sergeant Alan Lovett

Tribute to former colleague

Have your say: Pay and Morale Survey closes next week

Members urged to have their say

Success for Lissie as Harper’s Law wins Government backing

Praise for PC's widow

Conduct hearings: ‘a nail in the coffin for fairness’

Concern over changes to processes

Remembering PC Ronald Hull

Tribute to fallen officer

Could you be a foster carer to a teenager?

Find out more at webinar next week

Pay and morale: have your say in Federation survey

Deadline on 30 November 2021

Book your place at PMM retirement seminar

Register for event on Thursday 25 November

Brave sergeant rescued man from path of HGVs

Police Bravery Awards 2021

Pay and morale survey launches today

Members urged to have their say

‘Officers need substantial pay rise’

Chancellor lifts pay freeze

Tribute to national Fed chair

John Apter has decided to stand down next year

Josh’s bravery is honoured at national awards ceremony

Downing Street reception for brave officers

River rescue PC in line for Police Bravery Award

Josh was nominated by Hertfordshire Police Federation

‘Do one thing’ to help mental health

It can make a difference, says Federation chair

‘Failings in training could undermine confidence in officers’

New report from Federation

Branch supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Officers urged to check themselves regularly

Follow advice on body armour, says Federation

This week is BackCare Awareness Week

Conference puts roads policing under the spotlight

Virtual event proves a success

Memorial day honours fallen officers

Annual service held at Lincoln Cathedral

Officers are putting their lives at risk while policing protests

Federation chair speaks out

Federation secures support for greater protection of police drivers

Meeting with lords

Leave tributes to fallen on memorial wall

Remembering fallen colleagues

‘Federation will make sure Specials’ voices are heard’

New legislation will allow them to subscribe

Fed lobbies Lords over Time Limits campaign

Call for legislative change

“Reaching out before things get overwhelming can make a huge difference”

Focus on wellbeing

Federation criticises plans for reserve force

Plans revealed

Disappointment at Taser review

IOPC report criticised

Federation calls for investment in mental health services

Police service filling gaps in provision

Officers urged to download suicide prevention app

Useful information on hand

ONS wage data ‘body blow’

Government criticised over officers' pay freeze

‘Public could be put at risk due to lack of investment in policing’

Chair's message to Government

Fed rep dedicated to getting members’ voices heard

Dean settles in to new full-time role

Courses available to help with suicide awareness and prevention

Book a free place

Pay row: members urged to contact MPs

Government fails to respond to Federation letter

Police Federation places Pension Scheme Advisory Board on notice

Concerns over lack of adequate consultation

COPS service returns to honour fallen officers

Families speak of their loss

New Quick Reference Guide published

Prince Charles attends unveiling of police memorial

Fallen officers remembered

More than 740 assaults on Herts officers

ONS releases latest statistics

Letter reveals officers’ anger at Government

Federation chair delivers message to Downing Street

New police memorial to be unveiled

Ceremony to be held at National Memorial Arboretum

Survey reveals impact of pandemic on officers’ mental health

Challenging times for policing

Elections 2021: Nominations deadline extended

Officers have a few more days to put themselves forward

Force launches ‘one-stop shop’ for all things Commonwealth Games

Mutual aid operation

Federation says it has ‘no confidence’ in Home Secretary

Withdrawal from PRRB

Pay freeze a ‘kick in the teeth’

Fed chair calls for reform of pay review process

Rep elections: deadline approaching

Act now if you feel you could support colleagues

Home Secretary prioritises Police Covenant

Support for the policing family

Fed elections: nominations close next week

Could you represent your colleagues?

Limited-time only loan offer for police family

Offer ends on 31 July

Federation backs calls for forces to release more BWV footage

New policy was launched last year

Lords to consider amendment to proposed police driver legislation

Fears current wording could put officers at further risk of prosecution

Federation backs calls for reform in tackling crimes against women and girls

Interim report from HMICFRS

Wellbeing survey results released

Oscar Kilo study carried out nationwide

Workplace reps: election process begins

Nominations can now be submitted

Find out more about the role of a Fed rep

Twitter discussion tomorrow

Read our summer magazine

Focus on the Federation conference

Remembering PC Kevin Church

Tribute from Federation chair

Support programme available to all Federation members

National chair praises WSP

Back to Basics: body armour may be affecting your health

Federation campaign

Federation praise for volunteering officers

Survey results revealed

Oscar Kilo launches toolkit for investigators

Tailored wellbeing support

Final Election Café on Monday

Sign up and find out more

Together we have achieved so much, says Chief Constable

Message recognises officer and staff efforts during pandemic

Catch up on conference

Sessions are available to watch

Members encouraged to stand in Federation elections

Find out more about the role

‘We made it the best it could be’

Chair sums up first virtual conference

Detectives’ session for Day 2 of conference

Packed agenda 

Chair criticises Government over failure to prioritise officer for Covid jabs

Keynote speeches at national conference

PM praises officers for pandemic response

Boris Johnson's video message

Are you approaching retirement?

PMM seminars could help you plan

Federation’s national conference starts today

Virtual event puts focus on key policing issues

Welfare van will support officers at G7

Mutual aid operation for summit

New crime figures: assaults on emergency workers show increase

NPCC releases figures

Get Active for Police Care UK

Month-long fund-raiser

Courts urged to use maximum sentences for officer assaults

New guidance will come into effect in July

Sign up for Election Café and find out more about being a rep

Free gift for attendees

Federation will have input in IOPC investigators’ training

Branch chair welcomes move

Support Light the Lakes event and help COPS

Fund-raising mission

Exclusive mortgage surgeries

Book an appointment

Federation praise for pandemic policing

National chair thanks the public

Launch of wellbeing project sees dogs supporting officers

“Being in the company of dogs is a great way to reduce stress”

Forces urged to take fatigue seriously

Mental Health Awareness Week blogs

Federation elections: café events

Find out more about being a workplace representative

Join the Federation’s online conference

National event next month

Mental Health Awareness Week: support on hand

Prioritise your wellbeing

Getting to know your Federation reps: Johnie Streeter

Colleagues urged to consider the role

Recruitment success

Home Office releases update on officer numbers

Federation seeks assurances on pensions remedy

Letter sent to Home Secretary

League tables will damage police service warns Federation secretary

Home Office working on plans

HMIC praises forces’ response to pandemic

Federation secretary welcomes report

Herts officer faced hundreds of protesters during mutual aid operation

Helping support other forces

Federation encourages members to remember Matt Ratana

10k fund-raiser

Driving lead seeking officers’ experiences with car insurance premiums

Appeal for evidence

Looking for a mortgage deal?

Uniform Mortgages can offer advice

National charity launches tailor-made mental health toolkit for officers

Support available for emergency service workers

Register now for a free online resilience-building session

Oscar Kilo backed initiative

Vigil officers criticised by ‘ill-informed people’, says Federation chair

HMICFRS publishes review findings

Demand for clearer guidance is right, says Fed chair

Government urged to give clarity

Federation to observe minute’s silence

National Day of Reflection

Federation set to welcome Specials as members

Range of benefits from membership

PCCs talk of impact of lengthy conduct inquiries

Home Affairs Select Committee inquiry

Members can go paintballing for just £2 per person

One-off discount

Response policing: NPCC week of action

A ‘crucial time for policing’

Get to know your Federation reps: Melanie Cotte

Offering support to colleagues

PCU – helping officers with their finances

Tips to help boost your credit rating

National chair opens up about losing his Mum as part of ‘Day of Reflection’

Marie Curie leading event

Members encouraged to put forward colleagues for Women in Policing Award

Federation recognition

New bill seeks to improve officer welfare

Police Covenant will enshrine officer wellbeing in law

Good luck for sergeants’ exams

Message from the Federation

‘I joined the Force to challenge cultural expectations’

Get to know your workplace reps

Mental wellbeing: support is available

Mind offers tailored resources

Stop and search: training and support needed

New report from HMICFRS

Government accused of betraying officers on Covid jabs

JCVI fails to prioritise policing

‘We need clarity as lockdown eases’

Federation calls for clear guidance from Government

Uniform Mortgages: free advice for officers

Company has supported officers for 18 years

Home Secretary questioned on officers’ jabs

Priti Patel's radio interview

Oscar Kilo hosts wellbeing seminars

Range of topics to be covered

Federation accuses Government of dereliction of duty over officer jabs

Calls for officers to be prioritised

PCU helps officers manage their finances

Annual report for 2020

Time to Talk Day: open up about your mental health

Free guides available

Federation reveals conduct investigations cost millions of pounds

Repeated calls for time limit to be set

New guide to terms and conditions of service

Federation has updated Quick Reference Guide

Federation survey shows impact of pandemic on officers

Federation has discussed findings with Chief Constable

Federation seeks ‘thank you’ payment for officers

Annual submission to pay review body

Force recruitment drive success

Home Office releases latest figures

Federation conduct lead critical of IOPC during inquiry

MPs listen to Federation evidence

Fed giving evidence at IOPC inquiry

Calls for time limit on investigations

Free guide created for parents under pressure during pandemic

Advice and tips on hand

Courts need to get tougher on people who weaponise coronavirus

CPS releases new statistics

Federation to give evidence in IOPC inquiry

Concerns over timeliness of investigations

Home Secretary pushing for officers to be prioritised for vaccines

Final decision rests with vaccines committee

Federation support for all members

“We are here for witnesses and victims too”

Become a detective: ‘It’s the best thing you can do’

Blog from secretary of Detectives' Forum

Free guide tackles Blue Monday

Police Mutual offers tips and advice

Reform of pre-charge bail is welcomed

Chair says change long over-due

Support policing charity with Get Active Challenge

Help boost Police Care UK funds

Courts must punish those who assault emergency service workers, says Fed chair

NPCC figures show increase in attacks

Federation diaries

Pandemic hits advertisers

Free guide for a Dry January

Police Mutual offers tips

Detectives are under pressure, says Fed chair

Concerns over wellbeing

Public urged to stick to lockdown

Call for people to help protect the NHS

Travel insurance – latest guidance

GIS members urged to read update