January 2021 eZine out now!
19 January 2021
Our bi-monthly Federation newsletter eZine gets mailed to members. We'll also let you know when your magazine is published.
Here are the stories covered in our latest edition.
Federation calls for more consistent assessment of officers’ driving standards
All police drivers must be assessed to a consistent standard to ensure they do not fall foul of a new law designed to offer them better protection in law, says the Federation’s national response and driver training lead.
Lockdown: ‘We all have to work together’
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott has urged the public to stay at home and abide by the new lockdown restrictions.
Chair’s shock at rise in assaults
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott has called for offenders who assault frontline workers to receive the maximum sentencing after a steep rise in attacks.
‘Officers need priority access to vaccines’
Police officers should be given priority access to Covid vaccines, says the national chair of the Police Federation.
Pension update: Government will issue remedy proposals in the spring
The Government will issue its proposals for the remedy to the discrimination found in the implementation of the 2015 Police Pension Scheme in the spring, it has been confirmed.
Our pensions survey
Federation chair Jon Nott has thanked all members who responded to the West Midlands Police Federation Pensions Working Group online survey.
PTC offering virtual wellbeing and physiotherapy support
West Midlands Police Federation members will still be able to access mental health and physiotherapy support despite the new lockdown restrictions.
QPM for West Midlands officer who led pandemic response
A West Midlands Police officer who played a critical role in preparing the region to cope with the pandemic has been rewarded with the Queen’s Police Medal (QPM).
Force appoints UK’s first football hate crime officer
A response PC who was racially abused as a child has become the first football hate crime officer not just in the Force but in the UK.
Force launches new 10-point plan on assaults and hate crime
The Force has published a new 10-point plan on officer and staff assaults.
Chair visits officers’ Commonwealth Games accommodation
Officers who are deployed to Birmingham for the Commonwealth Games will be put up in ‘fantastic’ rooms, according to the chair of West Midlands Police Federation.
Detectives in focus
A shortage of detectives means that many are working excessive hours, giving up rest days, missing time with their families and still having to deal with some of the most traumatic investigations, says West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott.
A job like no other: Giles reflects on 30 years in policing
Giles Dean says police officers are in a unique position to make a difference to people’s lives as he prepares for retirement after almost 30 years in uniform.
Sam offers support to officers nationwide
Officers from across the country have contacted West Midlands Police Federation workplace representative Sam Hughes for help and support after she put together a list of tips and advice for anyone diagnosed with a serious illness.
George features in national Federation magazine
West Midlands Police Federation’s conduct lead has discussed his role as part of a national Federation campaign focussing on the work of conduct and performance liaison officers (CAPLO).
Travel insurance update
Members of the West Midlands Police Federation Group Insurance Scheme are being advised to read the latest travel insurance update from the scheme providers.
Concern over pay and morale survey results
A new survey which found more than half of West Midlands Police Federation members have low morale has been described as “hugely concerning” by Federation branch chair Jon Nott.
Free guide may help with dry January
Members taking part in ‘Dry January’ can now access a free guide to help get them through a booze-free month.
Payplan helps tackle financial issues
Members were invited to take part in a Facebook live event hosted by national Federation wellbeing lead Hayley Aley and featuring advice from PayPlan.
Changes to sergeants’ pay scales
The changes to the sergeants’ pay scales introduced earlier this year are a positive way of encouraging career progression, according to the chair of West Midlands Police Federation.
Change to maternity and adoption leave pay
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott says a change to police officers’ maternity and adoption leave pay demonstrates a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion within the police service.
Ballot now open for Benevolent Fund’s seaside holiday homes
Yes, it’s that time of year again when we open our holiday home ballot for discounted seaside breaks.
