“POLICE pay has fallen more than any other public service, and yet we are the only ones who can’t strike.” South Yorkshire Police Federation Chair Steve Kent said the Government… read more →
SOUTH Yorkshire Police Federation is in talks with the force and local MPs after 90% of officers said there was low morale within the force, and 84% were dissatisfied with… read more →
THE Government’s plan to overhaul police vetting is “unrealistic” and a “knee-jerk reaction”, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. The Home Secretary has asked the College of Policing to strengthen… read more →
SOUTH Yorkshire Police Federation continues to work closely with the force to ensure there are good health and safety practices that protect officers in their working lives. The Police Federation… read more →
IT is “absolutely right” that officers with exceptionally long service are recognised, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, as it was announced that there will be extra bars added to… read more →
SOUTH Yorkshire Police Federation is backing the Medals For Heroes campaign, which would see an ‘Elizabeth Medal’ awarded posthumously to emergency services workers killed on duty. The campaign has been… read more →
THE lack of governmental support for policing’s financial future is “deeply concerning” South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Steve Kent, Federation Chair, was speaking after last month’s autumn statement failed… read more →
MPs must urgently explain why officers have had a 25% real terms pay cut since 2010, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. Chair Steve Kent has endorsed EDM 547, an… read more →
POLICE drivers need to ensure they understand new legislation and the importance of compliance with the relevant driving refresher requirements. From 30 November, police drivers have been afforded better protections… read more →
BOBBIES can have an important impact on social media, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said in response to criticism of how officers conduct themselves online. Former South Yorkshire Police Chief… read more →