Police Regulations

Police officers are governed and protected by terms and conditions known as Police Regulations. These are set out in law by Parliament.

The Police Federation of England and Wales has produced a Quick Reference Guide in line with the current understanding of Police Regulations 2003 and determinations, Police (Conduct) Regulations 2020, Police (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2020 and Police (Performance) Regulations 2020 and is subject to change.

This summary of officers’ main terms and conditions is not intended to be exhaustive, nor can it be considered a substitute for the original regulations and determinations which govern the terms and conditions of appointment. An updated version will be produced when regulations change.

If you have specific questions regarding your terms and conditions, please contact your local Federation representative in the first instance.

Other advice leaflets

Disability | Print version

Equality and diversity | Print version

Flexible working | Print version

Harassment and bullying | Print version

Keeping you safe

Part-time working | Print version

Post-Incident Procedures (PIP): advice for officers

Whistleblowing | Print version

For updated maternity information, please visit the Maternity section on the national website.