Hertfordshire Police Federation chair Luke Mitchell says it’s vital members make their voices heard in this year’s pay and morale survey.

Luke said that the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) will use the findings from the survey to support its national campaign for fair pay and an independent pay system.

He said: “I’d encourage all of our members to take the time to complete the survey. Your feedback will provide the Federation with a clear picture of the challenges you’re facing as the cost of living continues to spiral.

“The Federation will use that evidence to fight on your behalf for fairer pay and conditions, and a fairer pay mechanism.

“Make your voice heard. We’re stronger together,” he added.

The survey is launched on Monday 5 September, and aims to gain views from frontline officers on a range of key issues.

The results will be used to support the Police Federation campaign for fairer pay and an independent pay mechanism.

The survey findings will also enable it to highlight areas where change is needed and support its drive to improve working conditions for officers.

And for the first time, this year’s survey will also gather evidence on demand, capacity and welfare issues to give the Government, key stakeholders and members of the public a comprehensive insight into the realities of policing.

National Federation chair Steve Hartshorn said: “Survey fatigue is understandable, this is why we’ve taken measures to amalgamate the pay and conditions surveys, but your opinion matters to us, and by taking the time to fill in this year’s pay and morale survey, you can help us make a difference and fight for what you need, because together our voices are stronger and more impactful.”

The survey is conducted by PFEW’s in-house research department and is the only consistent national survey that represents members’ attitudes to pay and conditions.