National Police Wellbeing Survey

SOUTH Yorkshire Police officers are being urged to fill in the National Police Wellbeing Survey, so that the force can see what improvements are needed in its wellbeing support.

The annual survey, which is now in its fourth year, gives everyone working in policing an opportunity to have their say on the current state of wellbeing provision offered by forces.

The survey is led by the National Police Wellbeing Service, Oscar Kilo, and is run by the Policing Research Unit at Durham University with support from the College of Policing.

Andy Rhodes, Director for the National Police Wellbeing Service, said: “Each year, we respond directly to the findings from the survey, creating practical support at both an organisational and individual level. In the past, we’ve done this in areas such as trauma, fatigue and physical fitness, and so we want every member of the police service to feel reassured that it’s worthwhile taking part and that we will act upon the findings.”

South Yorkshire Police Federation Chair Steve Kent added: “This survey is really important. Without officers putting their voices across and saying how they feel, there is little evidence to push forward for change. I encourage everybody to fill it in as soon as possible – I know officers are busy, but it’s really important to get their feelings across.

“So look out for it in your inbox and it’s also on the force intranet if you need it.”