Associations join forces to challenge government’s unlawful consultation process

We wish colleagues a safe and very happy Christmas

Statement regarding National Chair of Police Federation

We are very proud to be supporting the Daily Express and Mind’s Christmas mental health campaign, ‘By Your Side.’

Detective Constable Steven Bailey of City of London Police has been announced as the winner of the Inspiration in Policing award at the National Police Bravery awards.

National Police Bravery Awards 2021 overview

The latest on pension claims

Government desperately needs to address issue of morale in policing

Commitment signed by NPCC stating mental health is a strategic priority a promising sign to make a real difference to officers

Mandatory life sentences will be handed down to anyone convicted of killing an emergency worker

The Federation believes policing body wants to influence dismissals and hamstring independent panels

PFEW National Chair John Apter has responded to the latest Transport Committee report on smart motorways.

2021 Pay and Morale survey launched in bid to gain crucial views on police pay

In a Sunday Times op-ed, the National Chair highlights the service must go further to tackle gender inequality and misogyny 

Chancellor announces end of unfair pay freeze for public sector workers

Women’s Network Seminar hears powerful first-hand testimony

Increase in Reps from minority backgrounds, but Vice Chair tells NBPA Conference there is much more to do

As part of October’s Black History Month, we share the story of Britain’s first black police officer, John Kent

National Chair John Apter has announced that he will not be standing for re-election in the upcoming National Chair elections. 

Forces reminded of legal duty on World Menopause Day.

National Police Bravery Awards 2020 overview

Dedicated officer continues to make a positive change for the benefit of policing

BackCare Awareness Week 2021 is the perfect opportunity to tackle pain issues and make small adjustments at home and at the workplace

PFEW calls for urgent action to address major flaws in training system amid uplift programme

To mark the start of Black History Month, PC Richard Gayle has shared his personal story of being a young, Black police officer in the UK’s busiest police service, and his hopes to encourage more Black people to join the police.

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two formidable police officers are sharing their breast cancer journeys and why it is so important to be checking your bodies for signs and symptoms.

Our thoughts remain entirely with Sarah’s family and friends, today and always.

PFEW Roads Policing Lead Gemma Fox says there is more to a career in roads policing than meets the eye

Forensic toxicology requests in relation to roads policing essentially deals with just two drugs and the majority involves cocaine and cannabis.

NPCC lead gives update on how PFEW member’s views will be used in roads policing review response

NPCC Roads Policing Lead Jo Shiner shares how a personal tragedy inspired her to help colleagues and improve road safety

National Police Wellbeing Service pushes for higher standards of care across forces

PFEW hosts session discussing compliance and legal duties under Health and Safety legislation

North Wales Fatal Enquiry Officer and Sussex PC honoured at virtual conference

Police watchdog and legal experts agree bill in current form could restrict officers’ ability to keep the public safe

College of Policing Roads Policing Advisor Michael Collins says greater consistency of learning standards should be the aim for future generations

Crime and Policing Minister Kit Malthouse and Shadow MP Sarah Jones praise the work of police drivers at Virtual Roads Policing Conference 

Motorways are dangerous and unforgiving places at the best of times. Anyone who has been forced to retreat on to the hard shoulder knows that reality.

One of the most poignant occasions in the UK policing calendar took place today, Sunday 26 September at Lincoln Cathedral.

Officers yet again face trial by media

As more Chiefs and PCCs back PFEW campaign, Chair describes silence from government as ‘disrespectful and at worst contemptible’

Federation reps successfully lobby Lords on vital law amendments for next bill reading

Minister of State Nadine Dorries personally suffered the loss of a close relative through suicide.

Bill amendment which would give legally qualified persons power to impose deadlines has already gained cross-party support.

National Chair responds to Government decision to raise National Insurance by 1.5%

Federation drives conversation on forces taking action before a crisis, to prevent officers reaching breaking point.

National Chair reacts to potential Home Office plans to set up reservist police force

PFEW disappointed 130,000 members were not consulted during report into 101 investigations out of almost 100,000 incidents

National Chair calls for action as figures reveal thousands of people in mental health crisis held in custody

Viscount Simon supported Parliamentary changes to legislation by speaking up for members in the House of Lords

'Colleagues will be dismayed by the news that some sectors are clearly receiving sky high wage rises'

National Chair John Apter reflects on policing under the pressure of current events.

National Board member Steve Hartshorn says new stats paint mixed picture and calls for further analysis after second successive reduction

PFEW have received no response to the letter that National Chair John Apter delivered to Downing Street over two weeks ago.

The Police Federation of England and Wales have informed Government that they will not attend future Scheme Advisory Board meetings.

New figures demonstrate level of violence directed towards police during Covid crisis.

National Chair lays wreath on behalf of PFEW members and pays tribute to colleagues who made the ultimate sacrifice

Representatives from our branches, join National Chair to deliver letter to No.10

Police Federation survey reveals more than three in four police officers admit to suffering difficulties in last year

PFEW withdraws support and engagement from the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB)

The current pay system for policing is not fit for purpose.

Long-running PFEW campaign to support the entire police family finally moves a step nearer to becoming reality

Guidance to all forces updated last year but not enough is being done

Federation Chair responds to findings of interim report on violence against women and girls

Better data needed to tackle issue of ethnic disproportionality during investigations

Demand, Capacity and Welfare findings highlight the trauma of COVID-19

Triennial elections kick off with nominations for workplace representatives

Members ‘owed an apology’ with Fed set to report College to Charity Commission after highly damaging article published

National Chair joins Minister for Crime and Policing to launch innovative Defence Medical Welfare Service partnership

‘Fantastic’ members praised by Chair for selfless activities in addition to duties

Honours list recognises contributions of heroes during pandemic year including 18 new QPMs

National Conference roundtable discussed the appalling levels of assaults on officers and the importance of reporting these

Roundtable session heard a wide range of views and looked at progress of Pension Remedy

Lord Nick Herbert hosted a lively Q&A with Federation reps and members at our Conference today

An Axon representative joined PFEW’s John Apter to discuss how technology can make officers safer

Mutual Aid roundtable agrees that past lessons will benefit members for many years to come

Time limits on how long complaints against a police officer can be investigated has been robustly debated at the Police Federation’s annual conference

Frontline officers spoke about the pressures of their role as part of our wellbeing discussions at conference

Distinguished documentary maker says challenging ‘norm’ within policing is key to improving equality

Avon and Somerset’s chief constable recalled the toppling of the Edward Colston statue in a discussion about policing protests

“Ultilise the Roads Policing Forum and your reps as we have the ability to take your concerns directly to chiefs.”

Federation urges Home Office to consider bill amendment

Challenge of training in the pandemic is recognised but new recruits are ready to step up to the mark

BAFTA Award-winning broadcaster and professor explains how the police service can tackle inequality

Conference heard how high workloads, stress and lost pay had contributed to a crisis in Detective numbers

Robert Rinder calls for fresh approach as former BBC journalist says: ‘I honestly don’t think people are looking at anti-police stories’

Conference session highlights the work that still needs to be done for equality

Lead lawyer on Criminal Police Misconduct and PFEW Lead for PIP discuss a recent use of force ruling

“We have to realise how powerful we can be when we come together with a united front”

“The pressure of being under investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) for a protracted period is immeasurable.”

Daring feats of heroism were proudly showcased at the Police Federation of England and Wales’s (PFEW’s) virtual annual conference.

CI Sharon Baker from Avon & Somerset Police recognised for sharing her own experience of domestic abuse to help others

Priti Patel heaped praise on police officers while stressing the Government is backing men and women in uniform

Influential panel members clash at PFEW Conference over Government response to Covid pandemic and frequent changes to Covid regulations

Assaults on officers and access to vaccine at the centre of National Chair John Apter’s keynote Conference speech

Prime Minister Boris Johnson gives keynote speech at Annual Conference

PFEW's Vice-Chair spoke to Policing Insight on the impact of COVID-19

John Apter responds to crime figures which show a 26 per cent rise in assaults against emergency workers

Register now for our June 9-10 event involving leading police and sector figures

Judges and magistrates will have specific guidance for sentencing offences of assault on emergency workers, thanks to Federation lobbying

PFEW and IOPC hope the initiative will break down barriers and result in fairer investigations into alleged misconduct

National Chair John Apter has written an emotional open letter to police colleagues and members of the public, reflecting on a challenging year of policing during a pandemic. 

Oscar Kilo Lead and former Chief Constable Andy Rhodes speaks out about his own challenges and reassures officers ‘it’s ok not to be ok’.

It is vital officers with long Covid are supported mentally as new research reveals brain disorders impact on 1 in 3 Covid survivors.

With more members rightly seeking the help they need, force support services either need additional funding or restructuring.

PFEW Wellbeing Chair Hayley Aley asks former chief and National Police Wellbeing Service Lead Andy Rhodes about what more needs to be done.

This year sees the return of our Annual Conference over a two day virtual event

John Apter calls on football pundits, clubs and players who are supporting Manchester protests to condemn the violence

Police uplift figures show forces are more diverse than ever - but more still needs to be done to counter austerity cuts

PFEW urges employers to take full advantage of National Insurance exemption rules to bring more life experience into policing

Government urged to present evidence that Remedy will not cause further discrimination

Shocking scenes show officers bleeding as crowds hurl missiles at them

Officers “rose to the challenge with dedication and commitment”

National Chair reacts to the death of His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh

Read the latest policing news and inspirational stories directly from the frontline

In two compelling videos, we chat with colleagues about their personal experience of autism and coping strategies.

Findings reflect effectiveness of capturing assault and hate crime evidence on camera

Wellbeing Lead introduces Stress Awareness Month to members in a short video message.

National Chair John Apter reacts to findings of review into policing of vigil for Sarah Everard

National Chair wants Government to issue clearer guidelines for police and avoid more lockdown frustration and confusion

PFEW Chair joins Home Secretary on flagship BBC programme & admits: ‘colleagues are feeling very vulnerable’

Chair backs College consultation process and will ensure members’ voices are heard

For the first time in over 200 years, Specials will be fully protected and supported by Fed

Home Affairs Select Committee evidence supports our campaign to ensure fairness for members

The Home Secretary has paid tribute to “constructive” relations with PFEW and our National Chair John Apter

Simon Kempton looks back at impact of Covid-19 and praises the fantastic work done by Reps and members

Clapham Common vigil for Sarah Everard highlights the challenges of policing during a pandemic.

National Chair John Apter reflects on an extraordinary achievement for the Federation

Bill establishes legally enshrined Police Covenant, safeguarding officers involved in driving incidents, and permits Specials to join Federation

PFEW Chair discusses how we tackle inequality with Fed reps while our Women’s group vice-chair focuses on the flexible working debate

Police Federation hits out after police officers refused priority access to vaccine by JCVI

Lockdown breaches are high risk to officers' health and show need for vaccine

Chair defends right to legally protest but wants clearer regulations to protect colleagues.

PFEW survey reveals only 1 in 10 rank and file police officers feel COVID-19 legislation clear

New Bill offers a chance to address a long-standing unfairness against police

John Apter made the case for police to receive the Covid vaccine in an LBC interview today

All 43 branches united in calling for urgent prioritisation of police officers

Statement regarding Government's response to pension consultation 

Startling PFEW research has estimated the eyewatering costs

Fed survey reveals need for more time & resources so sergeants can effectively support recruits

PFEW submits annual pay recommendations to Police Remuneration Review Body

2023 uplift target will 'only gets us back to where we were a few years ago'

Survey reveals major health impact of policing the pandemic

PFEW Conduct and Performance Chair gives evidence to MPs as part of IOPC inquiry 

'Those who commit these attacks must spend time in prison' - National Chair

PFEW takes ‘Time Limits’ campaign directly to MPs

Lord Herbert has been appointed Chair of the College of Policing Board 

John Apter welcomes extension on 28-day time limit but says previous PFEW warnings were ignored

Rise in assaults on emergency workers is condemned by National Chair

National Chair tells Telegraph: ‘If Covid-19 continues to spread, we won't be able to police in the way we want to’

Chair urges public to 'do the right thing'