Chief Inspector Hob Hoque from Bedfordshire recognised in Queen’s New Year Honours list
National Chair calls for decision by Prime Minister to ensure police officers are protected by COVID vaccinations
Dedicated recipients honoured for their outstanding achievements
National Chair John Apter quizzed the Home Secretary about policing and we celebrated our Bravery Awards nominees
From our Roads Policing Conference in January to the lockdown and protests, we chart an unprecedented year
'Small sacrifice of staying home would help reduce impact on overwhelmed emergency services'
National Chair John Apter reflects on a 'long and brutal' year
Chair discussed challenge of policing new restrictions & emphasised importance of discretion for officers
National Vice-Chair emphasises incidents must be seen in context of spike in assaults on officers
Sentences given to three teenagers for manslaughter of PC Andrew Harper will not be changed
John Apter tells Lords the speed of legislative change and unjust media criticism added pressure to frontline policing
National Chair responds to Unicef UK report
Changes to come into effect on 4 January 2021
Chair wants voice of 25,000 members on morale & wellbeing to be acted on immediately
Pay scale change a positive step to encourage career progression
National Chair says results should give serious concern to chief constables and government
Deputy Roads Policing Lead talks about the importance of mental health and wellbeing for supervisors
Lancashire Constabulary’s Dave Thomas shares his experiences
DC Steven Bailey had to have his heart restarted and has been left with a legacy of health issues
Pay freeze for all but lowest paid public sector workers described by National Chair as a ‘kick in the teeth.’
PFEW wants clarity about guidelines & warns potential Christmas relaxation will be impossible to police
Ché Donald was discussing the impact of the proposed police pay freeze on LBC today
Our National Secretary, Alex Duncan, has issued an update for members on the subject of pensions
Conduct and Performance Secretary Tiff Lynch on the explosion of social media and the pitfalls it can bring
National Chair John Apter has warned government this would be ‘unforgivable and a betrayal.’
It’s good to see somebody like Piers Morgan recognise the impossible position my colleagues are in
Sgt Scott Lee-Amies tells us about his personal struggles working in roads policing
Lancashire Constabulary is going all out to help officers and staff cope with exceptional stress
Views from the frontline help change the law
Adam Commons on his experience of being a CAPLO
National Chair said efforts to roll-out protective equipment had positive impact
National Chair responds to attacks on police officers
PFEW is working with the National AIDS Trust to tackle the stigma of HIV and reassure officers
West Midlands CAPLO shares his biggest concerns and achievements in the role
Family and friends remember man ‘with the biggest smile’
The funeral will take place on Wednesday, 4 November
How PFEW's BAME and BAME Belief Group is striving for more diversity in Federation and forces
Staffordshire PC dedicates award to officers injured in the line of duty
Roads Policing Lead, Gemma Fox talks of the trauma experienced and why we must support each other
Tiff Lynch on why PFEW will never stop striving to make the system fairer for members
PFEW National Chair John Apter responds to confirmation of national lockdown
Raising awareness of the Federation’s work in equality
College of Policing’s policy shift could allow more members to carry the device
Chair welcomes Police Uplift progress but wants change in advertising strategy
Karl Lowe talks about how the Federation supported him after chronic fatigue diagnosis
National Chair praises officers who 'rose to the challenge' of lockdown as over 90 per cent satisfied with Covid response
What we’re doing to protect colleagues against the rising tide of assaults
Ian Ashton talks to us about what PFEW's new LGB&T+ Self-Organised Group means to him
Women’s Lead reflects on progress in better understanding the menopause
Met officer, Mish Choudhury, on his own experiences and the drive it gave him to make a difference
BBC One’s Critical Incident highlights bravery of frontline officers.
Kit Malthouse was questioned by Fed reps around recruitment and tougher sentences
Hampshire Chair writes about the work her and others have done to support those dealing with the loss of a child
BBC series highlighted challenges of policing COVID, protests and knife crime
Travel ban ‘unenforceable’ for police officers in Wales
Neil addresses racial prejudice in policing in his recent blog written for PFEW
College of Policing Inspectors Exam situation 'simply unacceptable' as PFEW presses for reassurance
We want officers to bring their whole self to work, not just the parts they think are ‘acceptable’
An officer with four decades service is among those receiving Queen's Honours today
Our response to the Remedy proposal set out by HM Treasury in the Public Pensions Consultation
Useful leaflet sets out what to do in a variety of situations
PFEW Chair commits to a ‘better, more inclusive and supportive’ police service
Our National Chair welcomes government money but calls for more clarity around Covid restrictions
An opportunity for rank and file police officers to give their views on policing the pandemic
National Chair says some people need to take ‘long, hard look at themselves and their behaviour’
Federation urges members to download Track and Trace app to personal phones
PFEW Chair John Apter says Forces need extra support to cope with extra demands
The Prince of Wales led VIPs and families in a moving service of tribute today
The first virtual National Police Memorial Day takes place at 3pm today
Ninety-four individuals representing 42 forces are being celebrated for incredible acts of heroism
PFEW National Chair responds to Prime Minister’s Covid-19 announcement
The Shadow Home Secretary discussed key policing issues with PFEW National Chair John Apter on Tuesday
Video sharing guidance under review as PFEW secures Secretary of State’s support
PC Chris Miller, 35, was killed in a collision as he rode his motorbike to work.
Fed called to give evidence as IOPC investigated by Home Affairs Select Committee
Chair welcomes increase in maximum sentence from 12 months to two years for assaults on emergency workers
The National Chair has issued a statement before the ‘rule of six’ restrictions come into force on Monday.
The National Chair has issued a response to the Government announcement restricting social gatherings
Chair describes announcement as: ‘Much more than words to serving or former police officers’
Latest details on pension compensation claim as it moves to next stage of process
Findings must halt rising number of assaults on frontline officers
‘Protection isn’t just kit and body armour- it's also the human side’
National Vice-Chair Ché Donald calls for clearer guidance when policing large gatherings
National Vice-Chair describes year-on-year figures as ‘totally unacceptable’
Home Office has set out guidance in relation to Immediate Detriment Pensions Cases
Home Secretary gives new and improved model the green light
PFEW National Vice Chair Ché Donald writes in the Daily Telegraph
Federation takes action to protect officers and police service from damaging social media clips
'Barry was a hugely respected colleague and friend'
Professional development rep Gemma Fox highlights PFEW work with College of Policing
'Our officers and public deserve to be treated fairly - a trial by social media is damaging'
Tips for communicating while wearing face coverings
Law would see criminals convicted of killing emergency services workers spend rest of lives in jail
PFEW gives constructive criticism as watchdog listens
Figures show no reduction in deaths and accidents
John Apter commented on policing being too stretched to enforce facemask wearing in shops and public places
Thames Valley Chair and the National Chair pay tribute to 'hero' Andrew as his killers are jailed
One-sided clips filmed by onlookers “incredibly damaging”
National Chair says stats show encouraging levels of interest despite negative reporting
Help us fight for improved officer pay and conditions by taking part in our survey
National Chair urges retailers to introduce ‘no face covering – no entry’ policy
Federation welcomes pay award but says officers deserve more
Further statement to come after full announcement later on Tuesday
PFEW working closely in partnership with staff associations across UK to form cohesive response
National Chair responds to statistics as knife crime reaches record high
Home Office must end years of underfunding
Federation welcomes call for evidence by DFT
Government must ensure shops have obligation to make wearing of face coverings a condition of entry
National Treasurer Simon Kempton makes a statement about the 2018 External Audit of PFEW accounts
Chair wants new guidelines to ensure maximum sentences doubled for assaulting emergency workers
Simon Kempton from PFEW’s National Board talks about the importance of officers wearing face coverings and PPE
Ché Donald has called on colleagues to make use of new kit to help halt spread of Covid
'Hugely positive response to claim' - over 36,000 completed surveys received to date
John Apter calls for more media support and warns biased reporting risks impeding recruitment drive
John Apter hears how officers are tackling domestic violence during lockdown
College of Policing rolls out guidelines on Death or Serious Injuries procedures
National Chair says more education is needed to tackle public health issue
National Chair responds to HMICFRS report which presses for overhaul of unfair formula
Public will question company’s moral judgement after Internet giants reject plea to stop sales says Chair
National Chair John Apter appeals for calm after police are attacked in Brixton
John Apter says alcohol consumption may lead to irresponsible behaviour and increase pressure on policing
Federation Chair demands immediate removal of ‘Blue lives murder’ range
NPCC figures show that lockdown effect on crime still holding
Priti Patel pledges ‘full backing and support’ after personally hearing from three officers who were assaulted
Delegates agree to the first subs increase since 2011
John Apter says officers can no longer be put at risk of virus
PFEW's National Chair has issued a warning to those thinking of hijacking protests to harm police officers
The Health and Safety Executive has issued a warning that many KN95 face masks may be unfit for purpose.
John Apter describes filming of officers as ‘almost like a hobby for some now to video an attack’
Professional Development Lead Dave Bamber concerned for officers being left exposed
PFEW National Chair John Apter tells BBC that attacks on police at protests are an ‘utter disgrace’
Federation tells its director general officers are being left in the dark
The Police Federation respects the right to peaceful protest, but attacks on officers are unacceptable
The Federation strongly condemns discrimination of any kind; it is not acceptable anywhere in any society.
PFEW Roads Policing leads call on Government and chiefs to wake up as road deaths show lack of improvement
National Board member Dave Bamber on welcoming Specials to the Federation
A Federation rep who referred 50 colleagues to our Welfare Support Programme has spoken in support of it
Federation works to help make changes as clear as possible on complex matter
PFEW gives Government feedback on impeding laws
Politician's personal letter of thanks to Police Federation members in Wales
New NPCC figures indicate a worrying trend
Federation publishes submission to the Government this Mental Health Awareness Week
Federation working alongside chiefs following Anthony Grainger public inquiry
PFEW National Chair's message to police volunteers this National Specials Day
National Chair raises concern after PCC backed IOPC scrutiny report
PFEW Wellbeing Lead blogs on the important of Mental Health Awareness week
William and Kate have written to the Federation to praise "truly remarkable work"
Group Action the ‘only step available’ to ensure members are treated fairly
National Chair says backlog highlights the need to recruit more detectives
PFEW responds to watchdog scrutiny report
Federation works alongside chiefs and College to draw up clear information for officers
National Chair warns government a pay freeze would be a slap in the face for officers
Priti Patel writes to Federation to thank officers for their work in the Covid-19 crisis
National Chair speaks to Sky News on need for greater clarity around social distancing
Response to the latest announcement from Government regarding COVID-19 lockdown
Morale boosting celebrity videos thank our police
Covid-19 restrictions cause cancellation of our annual service of remembrance for fallen officers
Professional Development Lead Dave Bamber highlights our work with College of Policing
National Chair John Apter responds to first set of figures on uplift programme progress
PFEW National Chair holds first one-to-one meeting with Director of Prosecutions
National Secretary Alex Duncan provides update
The Federation is cancelling this year's Annual Conference due to Covid-19 restrictions
National Chair urges magistrates and judiciary to adopt a more cohesive approach
See-sawing statistics show effect of austerity
The specialist motorcycle officer was tragically involved in a fatal road traffic collision
Minister of State Kit Malthouse praises officers for maintaining the ‘precious tradition of policing by consent’
National Chair welcomes prison sentences for spitting and coughing amid coronavirus pandemic
Guidelines mean increased jail time for those who deliberately spit and cough at emergency workers
Federation teams up with Police Care UK’s Dr Jess Miller to provide extra support to members
The Federation’s Welfare Support Programme aims to be a lifeline during the crisis
John Apter responds to reports of people deliberately coughing and spitting at officers
PFEW National Chair strongly condemns mixed messages on PPE
National Chair delivers candid message to the public ahead of the Easter break
National Board member Belinda Goodwin discusses the impact of Covid-19 on police officer wellbeing
PFEW's Simon Kempton gives evidence to MPs about the challenges of policing Covid-19
Dorset sergeant’s idea helps to protect colleagues and ensure stocks are used efficiently
DC Steve Ford was a "tenacious, career detective" and popular with colleagues
National Chair welcomes College work but continues to call for access to PPE
Leicestershire Police Fed's innovative gesture to support colleagues
Federation wants to share successful local initiatives nationally
A message from the National Chair as officers are criticised for being “over-zealous”
Tributes paid to ‘popular and well-respected’ custody sergeant.
College advise ‘common-sense’ approach
National Chair John Apter responds to CPS crackdown with coronavirus being used as a weapon
All relevant members entitled to remedy
The Federation is working with financial partners to help members in difficulty at this time
John Apter reacts as more stringent measures are put into place amid COVID-19 pandemic
John Apter demands highlights confusion over Government messaging
National Chair John Apter responds to laws allowing police to detain people with the virus
Popular retired detective had an encyclopaedic memory of local criminals
Sergeant Paul Keany sadly passed away on duty this week
Pensions update from the National Secretary
Custody officers give their feedback to the Government
In the week we mark International Women’s Day, National Women in Policing Award winner shares her story
Reverend Canon who 'puts heart and soul into everything he does' recognised for service to police
Priti Patel praised the Police Federation at an engagement event in Parliament on Wednesday
National Chair responds as government publishes Coronavirus action plan
Federation responds as figures and costings are released
Federation responds to IOPC report submitted to Home Secretary as it remains under scrutiny
As a consultation on a Police Covenant is launched John Apter urges everyone to take part
Priti Patel commits additional £41million to 18 forces to drive down crime
Priti Patel unveils eight-week process at the Chiefs’ summit
Federation reacts as IOPC gross misconduct hearing collapses
Only 13% jailed with average sentence less than 12 weeks
An update from Research and Policy on the pensions remedy
Letter reaches out and explores opportunities offered by a change in role.
Police Federation LGBT+ will help recruit reps and ensure the organisation better reflects its members
A message from National Secretary, Alex Duncan
PFEW National Chair John Apter responds to HMICFRS report as it paints bleak picture of service
PFEW submits pay recommendations to Police Remuneration Review Body
On Time To Talk day we launch our campaign that says officers don't need to “Man Up” they need to speak out
Home Office announces pre-charge bail consultation to ‘support officers and victims’
Government takes urgent action after National Chair highlights dangers
Technology lead Simon Kempton gives lowdown on facial recognition technology as more forces say they will use it
Key issues and the future of roads policing debated
Panel unequivocal in its criticism of Smart Motorways
Your first chance to contribute to the Department for Transport review into Roads Policing
Representatives from the IOPC joined members of the PFEW and NPCC
South Yorkshire Police demonstrated its highly-effective use of drones
Roads Policing conference panel highlighted growing opportunities to push the Roads Policing agenda
PC Andrew Harper has been given a posthumous honour by his colleagues
Surrey PC recognised at PFEW Roads Policing Conference
Anthony Bangham calls for greater emphasis on enforcement to prevent road fatalities
South Yorkshire officers explain how unit led to reduction in ASB complaints
Federation helps to secure fairer police discipline guidelines
PFEW National Chair says roads policing must share in promised officer uplift
PFEW’s two-day seminar on Roads Policing and its future starts today in Kenilworth
Federation and colleagues pay tribute to ‘big character’ PC Nick Dumphreys
PFEW's response driving lead, Tim Rogers, gives an update on legislation to protect police drivers from prosecution
Federation research analysis of new recruits could help form template for future
John Apter says officers are doing the very best they can against a backdrop of cuts
Officers who don’t fill out Use of Force form, even for minor contact, could be putting themselves at risk
More resources are needed to combat a ‘crime epidemic’.
National Chair responds to Funding Settlement
Federation Drugs Lead Simon Kempton responds to rise in community resolutions for drug users
Federation’s warnings over future of policing hit the headlines
Federation calls for end to ‘boom-and-bust’ settlements
New ring-fenced funding introduced following PFEW campaign
Fascinating presentation on police service leavers research
National Chair welcomes CPS guidance which may lead to harsher sentences
John Apter responds to Chancellor’s budget announcement
John Apter replies to today’s Daily Telegraph article
Increased funding for 24-7 mental health support line for police officers starts today
