Branch chair congratulated Tiff Lynch following national chair appointment

20 June 2025

PFEW announced the appointment today (19 June) after nominations closed at midnight on 18 June, which saw Tiff emerge as the unanimous choice for the role.

Since last September (2024), she has been filling the position on an acting basis.

And she will now become just the second permanent female chair in the PFEW’s 106-year history when she officially assumes her duties on 1 July.

PFEW new national chair Tiff Lynch.

Darren said: “I am very happy we now have the certainty of knowing who the national chair will be, and I would like to give Tiff my warm wishes on being officially appointed.

“What these officers need is for that to continue and gain more momentum and direction – even in the face of adversity, and I’m sure she is ready for the fight.

“We all know the mistreatment of the police in terms of pay and conditions cannot carry on and addressing this is a Federation priority at both local and national level.

“I'm confident Tiff will lead the way as national chair with the celebration of all the incredible work done every day by police officers far and wide, as I think this is something that can never get enough publicity, attention and praise.”

Honoured

Following the PFEW’s announcement, national chair-elect Tiff said: “I am incredibly proud and honoured to become national chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales.

“Police officers put their lives on the line, and it is indefensible that pay has fallen in real terms by a fifth since 2010. In addition to driving forward the Copped Enough campaign, which is demanding full pay restoration and an independent pay machinery with binding arbitration. 

“I will fight for improved health and wellbeing care, workload reform to stop burnout, and full and proper enforcement of the Police Covenant so that it makes a positive difference supporting police officers and their families. 

“Policing has become an easy target for politicians, the media, and armchair critics – that ends here.

“I will challenge damaging narratives, confront poor legislation, and ensure police officers’ voices are heard where it matters. I will defend the profession, challenging Government and chief officers alike, and I will not allow the courage, commitment, and professionalism of police officers to be undermined by cheap headlines, scapegoating, or political agendas.

Challenges

“My purpose as national chair is simple: to stand up for police officers and lead with a clear focus; to be bold, unapologetic, and relentless in fighting for fair pay and better conditions; to protect what matters; to improve what’s not working; and to make sure the Federation stays relevant and strong in the face of ongoing challenges.

“It’s not just about being seen; it’s about getting things done.”

Tiff began her career as an officer at Leicestershire Police in 1995. From here, she went on to specialise in firearms, tactical support and frontline policing as a general response and beat officer.

Her Federation career started in 2007 with progression to the post of chair of Leicestershire’s Constables Committee (2011-2014), chair of Leicestershire Police Federation (2014-2018), and National Board member of the Police Federation of England and Wales from 2018 to the present day.