There’s currently an “open season on policing”, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, after a survey found that only 14% of all police stories in the national press were positive.… read more →

The current process for promotion and progression for Sergeants and Inspectors is too complex, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said, and it has welcomed the proposed introduction of a new… read more →

The South Yorkshire Police Bravery Awards took place in Sheffield on 29 May and recognised a dozen officers for their exceptional courage. The overall winners were PC Anna Kelsey and… read more →

The ‘P-Factor’, which represents the dangers police officers face and is often cited as a reason officers should be paid more, must not be used to “divide and conquer”, South… read more →

Speaking ahead of the mayoral election, the Chair of South Yorkshire Police Federation said he hoped the new mayor would “immerse themselves” in the reality of policing and support officers.… read more →

Police officers are dangerously fatigued and overworked, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. In the Government’s recent Police Covenant Annual Report 2024, it states: “Tackling extreme fatigue is a growing… read more →

The Chair of South Yorkshire Police Federation has said he wants to see “tangible results” from a new multi-million-pound centre that uses data and AI to free up officer time… read more →

The South Yorkshire Police Federation Bravery Awards 2024, held on 23 May, will celebrate the actions of the force’s bold and courageous officers. Federation Chair Steve Kent said it was… read more →

The detective role needs to be made more attractive, but that doesn’t necessarily mean a pay incentive, South Yorkshire Police Federation has said. The Police Federation National Detectives’ Forum, held… read more →

Police officers are “being pulled from pillar to post”, South Yorkshire Police Federation said, after media reports of officers taking hours to respond to anti-social behaviour. A report in The… read more →