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23 September 2021
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Here are the stories covered in our latest edition.
Lords get behind amendment to bill to better protect police drivers
A meeting between Federation officials and members of the House of Lords at New Scotland Yard this week has been hailed as a success by West Midlands Police Federation deputy secretary Tim Rogers who has been heading a campaign to ensure police drivers get better protection in law.
Letter to PM: “This is about much more than money”
The Police Federation has presented a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Chancellor Rishi Sunak expressing the anger members feel towards the Government.
NPCC steps in to pay row
West Midlands Police Federation has welcomed the intervention of chief officers after they stepped into the bitter pay row which sparked a vote of no confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel and the withdrawal of support for the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB).
Pay row: members urged to contact MPs
The chair of the national Police Federation is calling on members to visit local MPs and echo his demands for the Government to review officers’ pay freeze after ministers ignored a letter he hand-delivered to Downing Street at the end of July.
Federation membership to open up to Specials
Moves to allow Special Constables to join the Police Federation will ensure their voices are heard, says West Midlands branch chair Jon Nott.
Taser review criticised
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott has criticised an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) report into Taser use which considered 101 incidents involving Taser in a five-year period when the devices were deployed almost 100,000 times in the same period.
Federation chair calls for investment in policing
The public could be put at risk by a continued lack of investment in policing, says the chair of West Midlands Police Federation.
Genuine investment needed to make tangible difference in policing
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott has strongly criticised leaked Government proposals for establishing a reservist, volunteer police force of “highly-trained professionals” and former officers.
Officer assaults: tough sentences needed
The chair of West Midlands Police Federation has called for the toughest possible sentences to be handed down to thugs who attack officers.
Forces unite to remember fallen officers
Police forces in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will join together to remember fallen colleagues later this month.
HRH The Prince of Wales at unveiling of police memorial
HRH The Prince of Wales attended the unveiling of a memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum (NMA), dedicated to police officers who have lost their lives on duty.
COPS service honours fallen officers
A West Midlands Police Special Constable who died from the injuries he sustained after being struck by a vehicle while on duty has been honoured at a special ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum.
Policing the pandemic: mental toll revealed
More than three quarters of police officers experienced mental health or wellbeing difficulties over the past year, according to a survey.
Mental health support: people need appropriate care
West Midlands Police Federation chair Jon Nott has called for greater investment in mental health services so people receive professional care and support in an appropriate setting.
Recruit turns lives around by sharing own mental health experience
“You put me back on track,” a man told new West Midlands Police recruit Luke Jemson.
PTC offers amnesty for new subscribers
Members are being reminded that The Police Treatment Centres (PTC) have launched an amnesty which means that serving and retired officers are eligible to receive treatment as soon as they start subscribing.
Police Federation places Pension Scheme Advisory Board on notice
The Police Federation of England and Wales, along with six other police staff associations, has informed the Government that it will not attend future Police Pension Scheme Advisory Board (SAB) meetings.
Chief’s Award for Steve
West Midlands Police Federation secretary Steve Grange has been presented with a Chief Constable’s Award ahead of his retirement.
New reps are welcomed
Twenty-five new workplace representatives have joined the West Midlands Police Federation Branch Council following the recent elections.
A family affair
When Amelia Asquith attended her attestation ceremony after joining the Force in a ground-breaking initiative, there was one person taking a special interest from the back of the room.
Family law advice surgeries
A free first appointment is being offered to West Midlands Police Federation members who need legal support surrounding family law.
Legal expenses cover for members: policy updated
The policy details of the legal expenses cover for West Midlands Federation members has been updated.
Retirement seminars – 2022 dates are set
Dates have now been set for next year’s West Midlands Police Federation retirement seminars.
Offering value and peace of mind
Value for money and peace of mind aren’t the only things West Midlands Police Benevolent Fund can offer its members.
New Quick Reference Guide published
A new edition of the Quick Reference Guide (QRG) to terms and conditions of service has been published by the Police Federation of England and Wales.
Winter wardrobe discounts
Get set for colder days thanks to these fantastic clothing offers that are now exclusively available to Federation members.
Escape on holiday at an exclusive price
Are you thinking of booking your 2022 holiday? Perhaps you are ready for that much-needed getaway following months of lockdown? If this sounds familiar, then you must check out the latest offers for members of West Midlands Police Federation.
Latest car deals now available for members
If you are thinking about treating yourself to a new set of wheels, there has never been a better time thanks to a number of exclusive deals now available for West Midlands Police Federation members.
Tree climbing, crate stacking, zipwire and S’mores
Families of the West Midlands Police Benevolent Fund gathered for two thrilling days this summer for the annual ‘A Day to Remember’ event.
