There needs to be a mixed approach to police recruitment, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, as the first force in the country axes its degree requirement. This month, Hampshire’s… read more →
Policing is “threadbare” and struggling with funds and resources, South Yorkshire Police Federation said, after a new report identified “widespread systemic failings” in the service. His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of… read more →
It is ridiculous that there is a national shortage of PPE for police officers, the Chair of South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, but he added that things were improving… read more →
South Yorkshire Police Federation showed its support of frontline officers by taking its wellbeing van around the force area during this year’s Response Policing Week. Response Policing Week, which began… read more →
Policing e-bikes and other electric vehicles is becoming increasingly challenging, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, calling on politicians and local leaders to re-examine the legislation. Steve Kent was speaking… read more →
South Yorkshire Police Federation has welcomed new research that looks at how body armour affects breast health for female officers. The National Police Wellbeing Service, Oscar Kilo, is working with… read more →
Two courageous South Yorkshire Police officers who are up for a National Police Bravery Award will attend a ceremony in London on 13 July. PC Toby Brown and PC Harriet… read more →
THE Federation should explore industrial rights at a time when police pay and conditions are suffering, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Police pay is lagging way behind inflation, and… read more →
THE recent police uplift has been a positive development, but there are challenges to having a young-in-service workforce, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Federation Chair Steve Kent was speaking… read more →
A POLITICAL proposal for police chiefs to get rid of officers without due legal process is “absolutely outrageous”, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Last month, the Mayor of London,… read more →