CASES of UK police officers and staff taking long-term sick leave for psychological reasons have risen by 35% over the last five years. The figures, released under the Freedom of… read more →
THE Police Federation will continue to remind officers of their “vulnerability” to careless and dangerous driving offences when they pursue suspects – until there is a change in the law.… read more →
THIS year’s National Police Memorial Day will be held at St Paul’s Cathedral in London on Sunday 25 September. The 13th annual event will remember around 4,000 officers who have… read more →
THE high-stress nature of the job is driving several police officers to consider suicide, says the Police Federation of England and Wales. Its Welfare Support Programme (WSP), set up by… read more →
THE Police Federation’s Annual Conference will be cut down from three days to two days, with the number of attendees almost halved. The changes are expected to be implemented from… read more →
A NUMBER of South Yorkshire Police officers have been injured – one seriously – following an incident in Sheffield where they were attacked with an axe. The officers are receiving… read more →
THE Chief Constable of South Yorkshire Police has announced he is retiring from the job. David Crompton – who has led the force since April 2012 – will leave this… read more →
POLICE officer assaults need to be accurately recorded – as well as the times police officers have to use force against the public, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Neil… read more →
THE Police Federation of England and Wales has stated how important it is to have “accurate and full data” of times when use of force is used against officers. Rick… read more →