Survey results can make bargaining position stronger
Menopause survey reminder: all members urged to take part
Fed chair calls for fairer funding formula to take pressure off local taxpayers
Fed secretary draws on own experience ahead of health webinar for men
15 November 2023
Roger Webb is now hoping to try to effect positive change in the way people think about their physical and mental health.
Fed chair urges members to fill in crucial survey
Tributes to fallen officer
Federation launches survey to mark World Menopause Day
Federation pays tribute to fallen officers
Fed chair says Home Secretary conference speech was slap in face
17 October 2023
Gareth Jones spoke of his disappointment that Suella Braverman failed to introduce an Elizabeth Medal for fallen officers
PFEW announces ballot on industrial rights
11 October 2023
PFEW is working with a leading senior counsel (KC) on its approach to pursuing industrial rights for the membership.
PFEW conference: National chair disappointed after Home Secretary fails to sign off Medals for Heroes campaign
11 October 2023
Suella Braverman addressed the Federation's annual conference before taking questions from members
Remembering DC Barrie Davies
PFEW Annual Conference continues after ‘an incredible day of debate’
11 October 2023
Day two of the conference will feature speeches by PFEW chair Steve Hartshorn and Home Secretary Suella Braverman
PFEW Annual Conference 2023: A look back at day one
10 October 2023
Consistency, better pay and additional funding among the hot topics of discussion during day one of Annual Conference 2023
PFEW conference: ‘How can it be right officers struggle to keep a roof over their heads?’ asks national secretary
10 October 2023
Calum Macleod said he'd encourage his children to look for a different career to policing
Annual Conference: Busy agenda gets underway today
Branch chair urges members to register for online conference and have their say
5 October 2023
PFEW’s flagship event takes place online only on Tuesday 10 October and Wednesday 11 October.
An “honour and privilege” to deliver main address at National Police Memorial Day, says chaplin
Ex-Dyfed Powys officer proud to represent the Force at Police Memorial Day
Inspector Gareth Earp honoured at this year’s National Police Memorial Day
Fed chair says ‘Medals for Heroes’ campaign looks promising
New policing hub making a difference for members and the public
Chief Constable says this year’s National Police Memorial Day has ‘added significance’
13 September 2023
“Inspector Gareth Earp was lost to us at Dyfed Powys this year and so it is particularly poignant."
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Venue change for National Police Memorial Day
Fears that criminals could take advantage of speed cap
8 September 2023
Creating a second speed limit for police drivers would reduce their ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergency calls.
New misconduct powers are a return to kangaroo courts says Fed chair
Online fundraiser set up in support of Sergeant Saville’s family
The thin blue line is getting stretched even thinner says Fed chair
Thursday 31 August
Detectives are drowning in red tape and officers are leaving the service
Cover under Travel Disruption Extension: Extended Travel Delay and Abandonment
Firstly, this cover does not apply if it is a Package Holiday. Customers whose package holiday has been disrupted (e.g. flight cancellations) should approach their travel provider who should offer them a full refund or a rebooking, as per the terms of the Package Travel Regulations. For those travelling independently (i.e. flights and accommodation booked separately), the Travel Disruption Extension is in force.
Passengers affected by the UK air traffic control failure
Passengers affected by the UK air traffic control failure should liaise with their airline, who have a responsibility either to get people back on a flight or to pay for them to be accommodated and for their food and drink.
Government needs to find solutions to the officer retention crisis
Fed’s wellbeing lead ‘cautiously optimistic’ about ‘Right Care, Right Person’ initiative
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My cancer story: branch secretary encourages members to ‘listen to their body’
24 August 2023
The 56-year-old father to two teenage girls was given the news that he had bowel cancer in March
Chief Constables urged to ensure they comply with police driving legislation
7 August 2023
Police chiefs are being reminded of their obligations under the new legislation brought in to offer better legal protection for police drivers.
Wildfires and Extreme Heat Impacting Greece & Other Regions
For those already on holiday in affected areas - GIS - Millstream Updated for Wildfires and Extreme Heat Impacting Greece & Other
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Gareth Earp is honoured at COPS remembrance service
31 July 2023
Dyfed Powys Inspector Gareth Earp was honoured at yesterday’s Care of Police Survivors (COPS) Service of Remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
Record numbers of officers quit police service
Dyfed Powys Police Unity Tour team prepare to pay tribute to Inspector Gareth Earp
25 July 2023
This year’s Police Unity Tour is going to be even more poignant for the Dyfed Powys team, after the passing of colleague Gareth Earp.
Inspector Gareth Earp: funeral today
21 July 2023
Officers will come together today to pay respects to Dyfed Powys Inspector Gareth Earp who died last month. His funeral will be held at St Clement’s Church, Rhayader at 2pm.
Summer magazine out now
Seven per cent pay rise for police officers confirmed
Repairing damage of police cuts ‘could take years’
10 July 2023
Police Federation responds to Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services report
Minister defends police service in face of media criticism
Federation pays tribute to Inspector Gareth Earp
Fed steps up wage demands amid public sector pay warnings
Fed welcomes appointment of Police Covenant chief medical officer
Still time to have your say on wellbeing provision
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Federation meets Welsh MPs to press for positive change
22 June 2023
Chair is part of delegation from Welsh Federations to meet political figures at Parliament
Mens health in the spotlight after Leighs brave decision
Police Federation National Board member Leigh Godfrey has shared his experience of donating a kidney to save his dad’s life for Men’s Health Week.
Writing in a blog on the Police Federation website, Leigh said he wanted to encourage a healthy work environment where men feel safe to discuss health or wellbeing issues.
Light The Lakes fundraiser for COPS
13 June 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones said he has the utmost respect for colleagues taking part in this year’s Light The Lakes event.
Chair encourages members to nominate volunteers for prestigious awards
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Statement from the Police Federation of England and Wales
Set standards needed so forces can support neurodiverse officers, says Fed chair
Members urged to have their say with wellbeing survey
Mental Health Awareness Week: ‘Who helps the helper?’ asks Fed member as they tell how they hit rock bottom
A brave police officer shares how, on their darkest day, they left a suicide note for their family as they planned to take their own life. It's Mental Health Awareness Week (15-21 May).
New non-degree route could compromise standards
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones has warned a new non-degree route into policing will compromise standards and could harm officers’ career opportunities.
Dyfed Powys Fed chair welcomes extra bereavement support for members
A free bereavement counselling service is now available for Dyfed Powys Police Federation members who need support following the death of a colleague in the line of duty or by suicide.
‘Special’ digital memorial will ensure fallen officers are never forgotten
Charities combine for fallen officers
9 May 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones hopes the merger of two police memorial charities will pave the way for a permanent tribute to fallen Welsh officers.
Sign up for the Police Unity Tour and help COPS
Force becomes an official Endometriosis Friendly Organisation
2 May 2023
The Federation’s wellbeing lead says the Force becoming an official Endometriosis Friendly Organisation is a ‘positive move’ and one that he hopes gives female officers living with the condition the ‘confidence they need to open up in the workplace’.
‘Cuts and poor pay have undermined policing’
2 May 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones said funding cuts and poor pay had done more to undermine policing than anything else.
Home Office figures show Force has met recruitment target
27 April 2023
Police Uplift Programme branded a success but Federation plays down Government claims
Changes to Code of Ethics: have your say
24 April 2023
There’s still time for Police Federation members to have their say on the proposed new Code of Ethics for everyone working in policing in England and Wales.
Minister claims officer numbers have reached record levels
Concerns over ‘two-track’ approach to training new recruits
17 April 2023
Federation opposes Level 5 learning programme as new non-degree police officer entry route.
Police Minister promises to free officers from red tape
Inspectors reminded of rights around rest days
Government publishes increased commutation factors
6 April 2023
The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) welcomes the Government’s response to the consultation on the Superannuation Contributions Adjusted for Past Experience (SCAPE) discount rate, which has resulted in an update to the Police Pension Scheme 1987 commutation factors.
Labour repeats pledge to get more police on the beat
Federation deputy chair urges return to community policing
More chief constables should speak out on pay, says Fed chair
20 March 2023
More chief constables should voice their support for Police Federation calls for a fair pair increase for members, according to Dyfed Powys branch chair Gareth Jones.
Praise for Specials’ contribution to policing
Federation demands 17 per cent pay rise for officers
9 March 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says the Government’s treatment of police officers was “an absolute disgrace” after new figures laid bare the cuts to pay.
International Women’s Day: Fed rep discusses challenges for female officers
8 March 2023
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we catch up with one of Dyfed Powys Police Federation’s long-serving reps, as she reflects on her career and discusses the ongoing challenges female officers face.
Federation deputy chair shares her story for International Women’s Day
8 March 2023
On International Women’s Day, Tiff Lynch, the first female deputy chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales, shares her inspiring story.
Help on hand for injured officers through new initiative
Wellbeing awards
Uplift Programme: ‘We actually needed 50,000 new officers’
2 March 2023
The Federation’s national deputy chair, Tiff Lynch, says the Government’s target of 20,000 additional officers is not even half of what is required to keep the communities of England and Wales safe.
Home Secretary acts to reduce time officers spend dealing with mental health related incidents
24 February 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has welcomed plans to remove the burden of dealing with mental health cases and vulnerable people from its members.
Home Office suggests 3.5 per cent police pay award
Home Secretary sets out plans to tackle violence against women and girls
Strategic Policing Requirement is published.
Maternity leave ahead? Read new guide
Labour sets out neighbourhood policing guarantee
Fed chair hopes ‘asks’ made to covenant by national branch ‘drive change’
Increase in violent deaths
Federation magazine out now
Survey of new recruits reveals their thoughts on policing
15 February 2023
Police Federation welcomes positive findings of Police Uplift Programme survey
Wellbeing toolkit available for investigators
Dyfed Powys ‘setting the bar high’ around officer health and safety
Emergency strike cover adding to pressure on police
23 January 2023
Dyfed Powys Police Federation backs national chair's comments over policing during strikes
Could you help organise a cancer support group for your colleagues?
MPs add their support to Elizabeth Medal campaign
Officers feel betrayed by the Government
Medal campaigner Bryn Hughes congratulated on MBE
Season’s greetings from your Federation
Travel Disruption over Christmas - (GIS) Millstream Update
Travel disruption is expected over the festive period, due to strikes planned by border staff.
This is likely to result in delays at airports as well as flight cancellations by airlines. Airlines have more than 2 weeks’ notice of the strikes so they may be able to put contingency plans in place to reduce the impact, but given the popularity of travel this year, alternative seats will be very difficult to find.
If an insured person’s trip is disrupted due to strike action (provided that when the policy was taken out or the trip was booked, there was no reasonable expectation that the trip would be affected), what benefits are available under the terms of our insurance?
First Minister honours brave officers
2 December 2022
Three courageous Dyfed Powys Police officers who were nominated for a Police Bravery Award after tackling an armed man as he walked towards a town centre have been honoured at a special reception in Cardiff.
Police drivers: new legislation comes into effect today
30 November 2022
Police drivers are being reminded to read a frequently asked questions document giving guidance on new regulations which come into effect today.
Oscar Kilo launches new initiative to tackle fatigue
29 November 2022
National wellbeing service teams up with expert nutrionist to develop unique programme
Federation chair welcomes reviews of police dismissals
Federation calls on Home Office to back Elizabeth Medal
22 November 2022
Home Office ministers are being urged to approve proposals for a medal to honour officers who die while on duty amid growing support for the Police Federation-backed campaign.
Police drivers will be impacted by new legislation
17 November 2022
Police drivers are being urged to read a frequently asked questions document giving guidance on new regulations which come into force later this month.
Home Secretary backs non-degree entry route to policing
15 November 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has welcomed the Home Secretary’s decision to axe the requirement for new recruits to study for a degree.
Federation rejects Home Secretary’s comments
10 November 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has rejected comments by Home Secretary Suella Braverman that policing is “woke” and “politically correct”.
‘You don’t need a degree to be a good police officer’
8 November 2022
Police and Crime Commissioners urge Home Secretary to rethink policy for new recruits.
Government has to commit to long-term investment in policing
1 November 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says the Government must commit to long-term investment in policing to tackle rising crime rates.
Welfare van wins approval of Police Federation members
Remembering DC Paul Hetherington
29 October 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation today remembers DC Paul Hetherington, who was fatally injured in a collision with a service lorry while on surveillance training on 18 October 1990.
Federation welcomes changes to CPS disclosure guidelines
26 October 2022
Changes to Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) disclosure guidelines designed to lessen the workload of detectives have been welcomed by Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Federation extends funding for Welfare Support Programme
24 October 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb is encouraging members to look out for each other’s mental health.
Your views needed to shape police online memorial
19 October 2022
Dyfed Powys officers are being urged to help the Police Arboretum Memorial Trust to create a pioneering new online tribute to fallen colleagues.
Detectives remembered
18 October 2022
Three Dyfed Powys Police detectives who died on this day 32 years ago have been remembered by the Federation.
Federation marks World Menopause Day
18 October 2022
World Menopause Day is a chance to remove the silence around menopause and encourage women to speak out.
Remembering DC Barrie Davies
11 October 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has paid tribute to DC Barrie Davies, who died on this day in 2005.
World Mental Health Day: Open up, reach out and talk
Fed members invited to join ‘Better Sleep’ webinar
‘It’s not just about officer numbers’
5 October 2022
Federation backs calls for workloads to be reduced as NPCC pledges to attend every burglary scene
Pay and morale survey: deadline extended
Pay and morale survey closes on Monday
Federation calls for ‘urgent talks’ with new Home Secretary
28 September 2022
The Federation is seeking urgent talks with new Home Secretary Suella Braverman to tackle the crisis facing policing in England and Wales.
PCCs back ‘Elizabeth Medal’ for officers killed on duty
27 September 2022
Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have joined the Federation in calling for a posthumous medal for officers killed in the line of duty.
Remembering fallen officers at annual memorial day
26 September 2022
The Police Federation of England and Wales joined the policing family in remembering officers who gave their lives in service on National Police Memorial Day.
Police Care UK – Force Ill-Health Retirement Commitment’
You may be aware of the ‘Police Care UK – Force Ill-Health Retirement Commitment’, which we launched to all UK forces and the public on the 1st September 2022.
This Ill-Health Retirement Commitment was developed through feedback and advice from our beneficiaries who came to us seeking peer support, as they went through the IHR and Injury on Duty process themselves.
Make your voices heard on pay and morale
22 September 2022
There’s still time for Dyfed Powys Police Federation members to make their voices heard in the latest pay and morale survey.
Belfast set to host National Police Memorial Day
22 September 2022
There’s still time for members to add their messages to the National Police Memorial Day tribute wall, says Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones.
Branch supported officers policing Queen’s funeral
21 September 2022
With 10,000 officers involved in supporting the policing operation for the funeral of HRH Queen Elizabeth, Dyfed Powys Police Federation joined a number of branches to head to the capital to offer support with its welfare van.
Queen Elizabeth II
Your views will help Federation to shape future campaigns
6 September 2022
“Make your voices heard.”
That’s the message from Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb following the launch of the annual pay and morale survey.
‘Policing is living with consequences of cuts’
1 September 2022
The deputy chair of the Police Federation has rejected claims officers are “more interested in being woke than solving crimes” during an interview on national radio.
Pay and morale: have your say in Federation survey
31 August 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being urged to have their say in this year’s pay and morale survey.
Review of disclosure fails to address issues, says National Detectives’ Forum
31 August 2022
Disclosure guidelines will continue to have a huge impact on police officers and staff despite a review by the Attorney General.
Police Mutual – Financial Resilience – Free Webinar
Financial Resilience is the ability to withstand life shock events that impact your income. It has never been more important to be financially prepared as the ongoing impact of the rising cost of living crisis continues to effect all of our finances.
In this webinar Mark Wright, Police Mutual’s Financial Wellbeing Consultant, will share hints and tips to help you feel confident about making good financial choices including some specific to the Police family.
Remembering fallen officers and their families
24 August 2022
This year’s Care of Police Survivors (COPS) Service of Remembrance took place on Sunday at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, with the theme of families supporting one another to heal at its heart.
Subs to increase in October
‘PRRB must be truly independent’
18 August 2022
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says it’s “unacceptable” that officers are relying on food banks as the cost of living crisis spirals.
Cuts have reduced forces’ ability to fight crime, says Federation secretary
15 August 2022
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has highlighted the impact of austerity after a new report raised concerns opportunities were being missed in investigations into burglary, robbery and theft.
Bryn presses on with Elizabeth Medal campaign
Campaigners calling for fallen police officers to be honoured with a posthumous medal have vowed to continue with their fight for official recognition. Bryn Hughes, whose daughter PC Nicola Hughes and her colleague Fiona Bone were murdered in a gun and grenade ambush while responding to a report of a burglary Manchester in September 2012, admitted the “wheels of bureaucracy were turning slowly” but insisted he would keep pressing ministers to give the initiative the green light.
Pay rise of £1,900 for every officer ‘not enough’ says Fed
31 July 2022
The Government’s decision to bolster police officer pay packets by £1,900 from 1 September “does not go far enough,” according to the Police Federation.
Force will pay for Specials to join the Federation
30 July 2022
Chief Constable Dr Richard Lewis has agreed to pay the subscription fees of Specials who wish to sign up for membership of Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Branch offering support for mutual aid officers at Commonwealth Games
30 July 2022
Our branch chair Gareth Jones and branch secretary Roger Webb are currently in Birmingham with the Federation’s new welfare van.
Courageous officers have ‘phenomenal’ experience at Police Bravery Awards
Three courageous Dyfed Powys Police officers have enjoyed a “phenomenal” time representing the Force at the national Police Bravery Awards.
PCs Lucy Morris, Nikita Matthews and Paige Morgan were invited to Downing Street to meet Home Secretary Priti Patel, before attending a lavish awards ceremony in London organised by the national Police Federation and sponsored by Police Mutual.
The trio became this year’s Dyfed Powys nominees in recognition for their efforts in protecting the public from a man armed with an air rifle in Llandrindod Wells.
Trio of brave officers honoured at national awards
Federation says Government must be reminded of fair pay promise
13 July 2022
Fresh calls for fair pay for police officers are being backed by Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Brave officers to be honoured at national awards ceremony
Concern as Covid cases increase
7 July 2022
Police Federation warns of Summer of Discontent as rising covid cases spark fears of new wave of infections
Government urged to make meaningful pay offer
Federation ‘delighted’ to welcome Special Constables
Increased penalties are needed for attacks on officers, says Federation secretary
27 June 2022
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has questioned claims that tougher sentences are ineffective in reducing assaults on emergency services workers.
Conference magazine
27 May 2022
Read all about all the conference sessions in a special edition of our member magazine.
Father campaigning to recognise officers killed on duty responds to Home Secretary’s conference speech
Fed set to increase subs by small amount
19 May 2022
The Police Federation of England and Wales needs to increase member subscriptions by a small percentage so that it can continue to provide the very best service to members, says the chair of the Dyfed Powys branch.
Police Uplift Programme ‘like PPI mis-selling scandal’ conference told
Federation chair warns Home Secretary against sidelining Welsh forces
18 May 2022
New Police Federation national chair Steve Hartshorn has warned Home Secretary Priti Patel she must recognise the devolved functions in Wales when making decisions on policing policy.
Home Secretary commits to resolving pay row
18 May 2022
Home Secretary Priti Patel has insisted she is committed to improving pay and conditions for police officers and said she wanted to work closely with the Police Federation to resolve the long running row over remuneration.
Kriss Akabusi praises police during inspiring opening at annual conference
Former world champion opens 2022 conference with powerful motivational speech
Fighting For Fairness theme for Federation conference
‘Take steps to look after your mental health’
12 May 2022
Mental Health Awareness Week highlights the importance of protecting and strengthening wellbeing
Police Mutual Monthly Fact Sheets
Mays Guides and fact sheets from Police Mutual -
- Mental Health Week:
- Dementia Action Week:
- Dying Matters Week:
- Women’s Health Week:
- Let’s Talk Saving for your first home:
Officers professional development must be prioritised
Force on target with recruitment
5 May 2022
New Government figures that show the Dyfed Powys Police recruitment programme is on target have been welcomed by Federation branch secretary Roger Webb.
Police Money Matters (PMM) Police Pension Remedy Webinar
Police Money Matters (PMM) Police Pension Remedy Webinar 18:00hrs to 19:30hrs on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Branch chair has constructive meeting with local MP
21 April 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says a meeting with the Plaid Cymru MP for Ceredigion to discuss issues facing members was “interesting, informative and invaluable”.
Support for new memorial for Welsh officers
13 April 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has voiced its support for a new National Welsh Police Memorial.
Chair vows to secure a better deal on officer pay
12 April 2022
Steve Hartshorn says he’s “incredibly honoured” to have been voted chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW).
Brave officers honoured at St David Awards
8 April 2022
Two brave Dyfed Powys Police officers were honoured at last night’s prestigious St David Awards – Wales’ national awards recognising every day heroes.
Police Mutual Wellbeing Guides for April 2022
The Police Mutual Monthly Fact Sheets for World Health day, National Stress Awareness Month, Time Management and Lets Talk Smart Budgeting.
New leader for PFEW
31 March 2022
The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) has named Steve Hartshorn as its new national leader after a vote by members.
Federation publishes new pensions FAQs
31 March 2022
Members seeking an understanding of the current status of the pension remedy can now refer to a new set of FAQs published by the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW).
Election 2022: Still time to vote for new national chair
29 March 2022
Three candidates are in the running to become the next Police Federation national chair and Dyfed Powys members are being encouraged to have their say by taking part in the elections before the polls close tomorrow night.
Detectives reveal impact of changes to charging guidance
28 March 2020
Survey finds most detetctives have seen workload increase since new guidance was issued
Women in Policing Award: nominations close soon
21 March 2022
The closing date for nominations for this year’s Women in Policing Awards is approaching.
Concern over attrition rates for new recruits
17 March 2022
Police Federation calls for urgent action to improve retention of new officers
Members urged to vote in national Federation chair elections
Sir Tom Winsor calls for re-investment in policing in final HMIC report
14 March 2022
The Government needs to urgently invest in the police service for it to meet the demands of modern-day policing.
‘Investment needed so police can concentrate on tackling crime’
9 March 2022
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says too much police time is taken up being a social service and not fighting crime.
Get to know your Federation reps: Melanie Rossiter
7 March 2022
Dyfed Powys Police Federation workplace representative Melanie Rossiter is determined to use her role to make a difference in challenging times.
‘IOPC must improve to build confidence in complaints system’
2 March 2022
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has welcomed recommendations in a new Parliamentary report which aims to improve confidence in the complaints system.
‘Insulting’ two per cent pay rise would not keep up with inflation
25 February 2022
Police officers could be plunged into greater financial hardship if the Government awards just a two per cent pay rise this year.
Police service joins up to help prevent officer suicide
24 February 2022
Wellbeing lead welcomes consensus statement on suicide prevention in policing
Members urged to nominate colleagues for Women in Policing Awards
New guide on Regs
Federation survey reveals how pay freeze has impacted on officers’ morale
‘College of Policing review provides opportunities’
Federation calls for multi-year funding settlement
Get to know your Fed reps: Cath Cook
Your Federation magazine
Detectives’ survey closes on Monday
3 February 2022
The deadline to complete a survey on the changes to the Director of Public Prosecutions’ guidance on charging suspects is approaching and Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being urged to take part before it’s too late.
Oscar Kilo van promotes wellbeing message
Chair calls for better pay and conditions to accompany uplift
27 January 2022
Dyfed Powys has seen its officer numbers increase by two per cent in the 12 months to September 2021, new Government figures have revealed.
Detectives urged to complete survey
Oscar Kilo wellbeing van touring Force area next week
Travel Update
The French Government has recently amended its rules for people entering France, which will now impact on travellers from the UK. With effect from 23:00 on Friday 17th December 2021, you must now have a ‘pressing’ reason to travel to France from the UK, and since a holiday is not considered to be a pressing reason, UK holidaymakers will not be allowed into France unless they are exempt.
Police Federation warns Government funding deal falls short
A message from your chair
France - travel update
Information from the providers of our Group Insurance Scheme
Mark honoured at Police Bravery Awards
13 December 2021
PC Mark Thomas showed tremendous courage to tackle knife-wielding teenager
Brave PC to be honoured at awards ceremony
7 December 2021
A Dyfed Powys police officer who was threatened with a knife after finding a high-risk missing teenager will be attending the 2021 Police Bravery Awards in London later this week.
New pensions guidelines issued by the Treasury
Look after your mental health: support is available
30 November 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being urged to look after their mental health.
Time running out for members to complete Pay and Morale Survey
Government backs Harper’s Law
Concern over changes to conduct proceedings
23 November 2021
Police Federation questions fairness of proposed changes to misconduct hearings
Pay and Morale Survey: have your say
Brave officer threatened by knife-wielding missing teenager
11 November 2021
PC Mark Thomas has been nominated for a bravery award after tackling a knife-wielding teenager
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Call for parity with payments for COP26 officers
29 October 2021
The Chief Constables of the four Welsh forces should follow the lead of other police chiefs and pay officers compensation for the restrictions on their rest days while they are deployed to the COP26 United Nations climate change summit, according to the Police Federation.
Officer numbers up as recruitment drive continues
29 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police has taken on 60 recruits under the Government’s police uplift programme, according to the latest figures.
Remembering DC Paul Hetherington
29 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation is remembering DC Paul Hetherington, who was fatally injured in a collision with a service lorry while on surveillance training on 18 October 1990.
Members urged to complete pay and morale survey
28 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones is calling on members to take part in the 2021 pay and morale survey when it gets underway next week.
Chancellor urged to act on police pay
28 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has called on the Chancellor to ensure his public sector pay freeze has thawed by guaranteeing officers a substantial rise in wages.
John Apter will not seek re-election as Fed chair
25 October 2021
Police Federation national chair John Apter has announced his decision to stand down ahead of next year’s leadership elections.
Remembering fallen colleagues
18 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has paid tribute to three detective constables who died on 18 October in 1990.
Dyfed Powys officers among those honoured at bravery awards
14 October 2021
Two police officers from Dyfed Powys were among the nominees honoured at the Police Federation of England and Wales’ Police Bravery Awards 2020 held in London this week.
Remembering DC Barrie Davies
11 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation is paying tribute to the memory of DC Barrie Davies, who died on 11 October 2005.
Brave officers to be honoured
10 October 2021
Two Dyfed Powys Police officers who ran into the sea to save the life of a woman in mental health crisis will be honoured at the national Police Bravery Awards on Tuesday.
Federation support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
7th October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a renewed call for officers to check themselves regularly for signs of breast cancer.
One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer and one in eight will be diagnosed with breast cancer, which can affect both men and women.
However, breast cancer is one the most curable cancers, with a 94 per cent survival rate, and is the furthest advanced in terms of treatment programmes.
Look after your back: Federation issues advice
7th October 2021
Back pain and health issues surrounding the use of body armour are being highlighted by the Police Federation this week as part of BackCare Awareness Week 2021.
The successful Federation Back to Basics initiative helped raise awareness of ways to prevent back, neck and shoulder issues associated with body armour earlier this year but Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins says there is still more to be done.
‘Do one thing’ to help mental health
7 October 2021
With World Mental Health Day approaching, Dyfed Powys Police Federation is calling on members to do ‘just one thing’ to help themselves and others with their mental health.
Concern over training of new recruits
6 October 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones fears new officers won’t have the skills for the role following research into tutor constable support.
Roads policing put under the spotlight
Virtual conference
With an input from the police minister and discussions involving a wide range of experts, the Police Federation’s Virtual Roads Policing Conference 2021 proved to offer something for anyone with an interest in the future direction of policing our roads.
We have provided summaries of all sessions for members and you can also listen to all or some of the day’s discussions by visiting the Roads Policing Conference page on the national Police Federation website.
Fallen colleagues remembered at National Police Memorial Day
27 September 2021
Fallen police officers have been honoured at the National Police Memorial Day service at Lincoln Cathedral.
Keep up to date with roads policing at conference
20 September 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being urged to sign up for an event highlighting the latest advances and practices in the policing of our roads.
Federation continues to push for crucial amendments to bill
17 September 2021
The chair of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has welcomed the news of high-level meetings between delegates from the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) and representatives from the House of Lords to secure support for amendments to the upcoming Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill.
Forces to unite to honour fallen officers
16 September 2021
Police forces in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will join together to remember fallen colleagues later this month.
Cassie opens up about shock endometriosis diagnosis following launch of new working group
16 September 2021
A Federation member who received a shock endometriosis diagnosis at the age of 25 is part of a new working group that has been introduced at Dyfed Powys Police to help educate colleagues and raise awareness of the disease.
Specials set to access Federation membership next year
15 September 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says the new bill which will allow Special Constables to join the Federation demonstrates the growing appreciation of their role.
Time Limits: Lords asked to support Federation campaign
9 September 2021
National Police Federation representatives are meeting members of the House of Lords for talks aimed at bringing an end to lengthy, damaging and costly conduct inquiries.
Pandemic shows preventative approach is needed for wellbeing
9 September 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has emphasised the need for a preventative approach to police officer wellbeing as the impact of Covid-19 continues to be felt across policing.
‘We need investment not a reserve force’
7 September 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has called on the Government to provide proper investment for policing after leaked documents revealed ministers were considering establishing a reservist police force of volunteers.
Taser review doesn’t paint a clear picture, says Federation
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has criticised an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) report into the use of Taser saying it doesn’t paint a complete picture.
Cells not appropriate for people in mental health crisis, says Federation
24 August 2021
Police custody is not an appropriate setting for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
ONS figures add to officers’ anger over pay freeze
18 August 2021
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says new figures which reveal an annual hike in UK average pay of 7.4 per cent are a further kick in the teeth for officers in their pay dispute with the Government.
Federation calls for investment in policing
18 August 2021
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has called for investment in officers and staff to meet the demands facing the service.
Members can now access private healthcareÂ
12 August 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members and all police staff now have the opportunity to enjoy the many benefits of private healthcare thanks to the launch of the Northern Police Healthcare Scheme within the Force.
National chair slams Government for ignoring demands to review pay freeze
11 August 2021
The chair of the national Police Federation has slammed the Government’s lack of response after he hand-delivered a letter to the Prime Minister following the announcement that officers’ pay is being frozen.
Police Federation places Pension Scheme Advisory Board on notice
10 August 2021
The Police Federation of England and Wales, along with six other police staff associations, has informed the Government that it will not attend future Police Pension Scheme Advisory Board (SAB) meetings.
Pay freeze: NPCC supports officers
6 August 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has given its full backing to the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) after it reacted to the pay row which sparked a Federation vote of no confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel.
Added poignancy for COPS memorial service
3 August 2021
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has said this year’s Care of Police Survivors (COPS) Service of Remembrance was made even more poignant since the event could not go ahead in 2020.
New Quick Reference Guide published
2 August 2021
A new edition of the Quick Reference Guide (QRG) to terms and conditions of service has been published by the Police Federation of England and Wales.
New figures reveal 300 officer assaults
30 July 2021
Almost 300 assaults were committed against Dyfed Powys Police officers last year, new figures have revealed.
The Prince of Wales attends unveiling of new police memorial
28 July 2021
His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales led the dedication ceremony for the new UK Police Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum.
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Pay freeze ‘final straw’, Government told
28 July 2021
The Police Federation has warned Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Chancellor Rishi Sunak that a pay freeze for its members was “the final straw”.
New memorial will honour fallen colleagues
27 July 2021
The UK’s fallen police officers and staff are to be honoured in a permanent memorial which is being unveiled at the National Memorial Arboretum in a dedication ceremony tomorrow (Wednesday 28 July).
Pandemic hits officers’ mental health and wellbeing
27 July 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins has reassured members they are not alone after a survey revealed more than three quarters of frontline officers admitted experiencing mental health and wellbeing difficulties in the last year.
Elections latest: Nominations deadline extended
26 July 2021
The deadline for Police Federation workplace representative nominations has been extended so there is still time for members to put themselves forward.
Walk for wellbeing – first event on Saturday
26 July 2021
The first walking event organised by Dyfed Powys Police Federation’s wellbeing lead takes place on Saturday 7 August.
Fed withdraws support for pay review body
22 July 2021
The Police Federation has withdrawn its support for the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) after the Government announced it was pressing ahead with a controversial pay freeze for officers.
Fed chair’s disgust at pay freeze
22 July 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says it is disgusting that police officers have been denied a pay rise despite their dedication to duty during the pandemic.
Fed elections: deadline approaches for nominations
20 July 2021
Nominations for workplace representatives close this week ahead of the triennial Police Federation elections.
Walk for wellbeing
20 July 2021
Details of the first walking event organised by Dyfed Powys Federation’s wellbeing lead have been released.
Interested in being a Fed rep? Act now
15 July 2021
Nominations for Police Federation workplace representatives close next week ahead of the forthcoming elections but there is still time for Dyfed Powys branch members interested in taking on the role to put their names forward.
Limited-time only loan offer for police family
14 July 2021
No1 CopperPot Credit Union is giving officers and staff the chance to borrow a loan with a reduced APR rate throughout July. Better still, loan repayments are taken directly from payroll to make the repayment process even easier.
Forces urged to share BWV
14 July 2021
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has condemned “trial by social media” and encouraged forces to release body-worn footage to counter selective viral posts.
Get to know your Fed reps: Rashmita set on bringing about change
14 July 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation workplace representative Rashmita Wharton has revealed how positive contact with the police when she was a troubled teenager sparked her desire to join the service and try to bring change to society.
Lords to consider amendment to proposed police driver legislationÂ
13 July 2021
An amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill designed to ensure the new legislation does not leave police drivers at greater risk of prosecution will be considered by the House of Lords later this year after failing to be discussed in the Commons.
Walk for wellbeing with Federation initiative
13 July 2021
Officers are being encouraged to do more walking for the benefit of their physical and mental health.
Federation elections: nominate yourself for Fed rep role
2 July 2021
The Police Federation election process is officially underway with nominations for workplace representatives now open.
Fed elections: find out more in Twitter discussion
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members are being urged to get involved with a special Twitter chat highlighting the vital work of the workplace rep.
The hour-long @WeCops session, which gets underway at 9pm on Wednesday (30 June), comes in the run-up to the July elections.
It will focus on the incredible work carried out by the reps, how they are supported by the Federation and how officers can still get involved.
The chat is being hosted by Police Federation national chair John Apter tweeting as @PFEW_Chair and national wellbeing secretary Belinda Goodwin tweeting as @BelindaPfew for the session.
Programme offers support to all Federation members
28 June 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins has welcomed the development of the Federation’s pioneering Welfare Support Programme which offers a wide range of services including clinical assessment and counselling to members.
Back to Basics: campaign focuses on body armour
24 June 2021
Members are being urged to wear their body armour appropriately for the good of their long-term health in a new Dyfed Powys Police Federation drive.
Officers praised for selfless voluntary work
23 June 2021
Police officers have been praised for their selfless community actions after a survey revealed almost 90 per cent carried out voluntary work or fund-raising alongside their duties throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
Federation welcomes launch of wellbeing toolkit
23 June 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has welcomed the launch of a wellbeing toolkit aimed specifically at detectives and investigators.
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14 June 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members can now view all the keynote speeches, panel discussions and round-table forums from last week’s annual conference.
Members encouraged to stand in Federation elections
11 June 2021
Members are being encouraged to stand in the upcoming Federation elections, with national vice-chair Ché Donald calling his appointment ‘life-changing’.
‘We made it the best it could be’
10 June 2021
The national chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales has closed this year’s conference by saying the decision to make it a virtual event was the right one.
Trial by Media: call for BWV to be more widely shared
10 June 2021
The vast majority of officers who took part in a poll during a conference session on trial by media want to see forces proactively sharing body-worn video footage, where legally possible to do so, as a means of setting the record straight when footage of incidents has been shared on social media.
Packed agenda for Day 2 of conference
There’s a packed programme for Day 2 of the Police Federation of England and Wales’ first online annual national conference.
Home Secretary urged to be ‘intrusive’ on officer welfare
9 June 2021
The chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales has told the Home Secretary he wants her to be ‘intrusive’ on the welfare and safety of police officers.
PM addresses Federation conference
9 June 2021
The Police Federation national conference 2021 began today with a welcome from Prime Minister Boris Johnson – something facilitator Ian Collins described as “something we’ve never had before”.
National Federation conference starts today
9 June 2021
The Police Federation’s annual national conference starts today and takes place online for the first time.
Increase in attacks on emergency workers
7 June 2021
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones has once again called on the courts to make use of their full sentencing powers when dealing with those who have assaulted police and other emergency service workers.
Get Active and help Police Care UK
Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins is urging members to take part in the Police Get Active Challenge 2021 which gets underway later this month.
Dai said the challenge presented the perfect opportunity for members to get some extra exercise and give their physical and mental health a bit of boost while raising money for a good cause at the same time.
Courts urged to use new guidance on sentences for officer assaults
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb is calling on judges and magistrates to ensure maximum sentences are imposed on offenders convicted of assaulting officers after new guidelines were published.
Could you represent your colleagues?
An online event showcasing the incredible work carried out by Police Federation workplace representatives is being held next week.
GIS members – travel update
Members of our Group Insurance Scheme are advised to read the latest update on the travel insurance policy following changes to Government guidance on travelling abroad.
Concerns over impact of pandemic on officers’ mental health
The Police Federation’s new Welsh affairs lead says she’s worried about the long-term impact of dealing with Covid-19 on police officers’ mental health.
Federation backs #WithUsNotAgainstUs campaign
A campaign to end violence against frontline emergency services officers has been backed by Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Fed secretary welcomes IOPC training move
The secretary of the Dyfed Powys branch has welcomed plans for the Federation to have a role in the training of new Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) investigators.
Key workers suffer mental health impact of Covid pandemic
Dyfed Powys Police Federation’s wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins says he’s “shocked and saddened” that more than three quarters of key workers say their mental health has been negatively impacted by the pandemic.
Light the Lakes event will boost charity funds
Light the Lakes returns this year to support the Care of Police Survivors (COPS) charity and remember fallen officers.
Officers praised for policing the pandemic
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones has thanked officers for their professionalism and dedication throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
Launch of wellbeing project sees dogs supporting officers
The project lead of a brand-new wellbeing and trauma support dogs initiative says it is vital that everything is done to better support officers with their mental health.
Former officer shares PTSD experience as he urges members to talk about mental health
A former officer who dedicates his life to supporting members of the police family who are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is urging Federation members to speak out about their mental health.
Find out about being a Fed rep at Election Café events
The Police Federation of England and Wales is hosting a series of Election Cafés for members to find out more about becoming a Federation workplace representative.
Officers’ mental health has to be taken seriously, says wellbeing chair
Police officers have faced a year of unprecedented challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic and the impact on their mental health has to be taken seriously, the Federation’s national wellbeing chair Hayley Aley has said.
Mental health support
As Mental Health Awareness Week launches, members are being offered wellbeing support thanks to St John Ambulance.
National Federation conference in June
Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch secretary Roger Webb says this year’s online national Federation conference gives members a chance to get involved.
Federation seeks assurances on pensions remedy
The Federation has written to Home Secretary Priti Patel to seek evidence and clarification that the implementation of the public sector pensions remedy would not cause further discrimination to officers.
Stress Awareness Month: video launched to support officersÂ
A video has been produced for Stress Awareness Month (April) to help members set themselves realistic goals.
League tables will damage forces warns Federation
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has called for the Government to re-think plans to bring back league tables, warning that they will lead to the return of a damaging target-culture within forces.
Report praises police for pandemic response
The police have been praised for their ‘dedication and commitment’ to keep people safe and prevent crime during the pandemic in a report published today by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).
Federation chair encourages officers to support The Ratana 10k
An event organised in memory of Sergeant Matt Ratana who was killed in the line of duty at Croydon custody suite in September 2020 has returned this month.
Driving lead seeking officers’ experiences with car insurance premiums
Has your personal car insurance premium increased as a result of an on-duty driving incident?
Branch pays tribute to former chair on his retirement
The Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch has paid tribute to former chair Mark Bleasdale who retired from policing on Friday.
Mind launches mental health toolkit
Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins has welcomed a new Mind toolkit created to support police officers with their mental health during the ongoing pandemic.
Extra sessions on resilience-building
Funding has been granted for extra online sessions to help officers build their resilience as the lockdown restrictions begin to ease.
World Health Day: Look after your wellbeing
Members are being encouraged to read a free guide that has been created to help officers look after their wellbeing.
Free guide on stress awareness now available for members
The wellbeing lead for Dyfed Powys Police Federation is encouraging members to take advantage of a free guide that has been created to help them manage their worries and stress levels.
Officers need clear guidance on lockdown
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has urged the Welsh Government to provide clear guidance for members do their job properly when lockdown restrictions are next eased.
“Discuss your money worriesâ€
Dyfed Powys Police Federation wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins is encouraging members to talk about their money worries.
National Day of Reflection
Dyfed Powys Police Federation has pledged its support for today’s National Day of Reflection.
Specials set to be allowed to join the Federation
Dyfed Powys branch chair Gareth Jones has welcomed the progress towards Specials Constables being welcomed into the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW).
Time Limits campaign gaining support
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says the Federation’s Time Limits campaign is getting results after MPs heard from Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) about the impact of lengthy conduct investigations on officers.
Home Secretary praises Federation chair
Home Secretary Priti Patel has commended the national chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) for working to repair the damaged relationship with the Government and for ‘admirably fighting for his members every single day’.
Response Policing Week puts emphasis on wellbeing
This week the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) response policing lead is aiming to recognise and celebrate the work of response police officers.
Nominations open for national Women in Policing Award
Nominations are now open for this year’s national Women in Policing Award.
Flint House offers excellent care for less than £10 a month
Members are being encouraged to invest in their physical and psychological health by signing up to Flint House Police Rehabilitation Centre.
Bill sets out new support and protections for police officers
New measures to provide more support and protection for officers, staff and their families have today been welcomed by Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
“Police have lost faith in Welsh Government due to fiasco over Covid jabsâ€
Officers have lost faith in the Welsh Government after it failed to support calls for frontline policing personnel to be prioritised as the roll-out of the Covid vaccines continues, says Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
Concerns about use of stop and search need to be addressed, says Federation
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says the Force needs to invest in training and support for frontline officers to help address concerns about the use of stop and search.
Mental wellbeing: support is available
Dyfed Powys Police Federation’s wellbeing lead has said he is concerned about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on officers’ mental health but admits he is equally concerned that they may not seek help if they are struggling.
Government accused of betraying officers over Covid jabs
The Government has a moral duty to protect police officers and their families and yet is hiding behind the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) when denying them priority access to the Covid vaccine, according to Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones.
Senedd prepares to debate vaccine priority for officers
There are fresh hopes for officers as the Senedd prepares to debate giving them some priority in the vaccination roll-out programme.
Worried about money? Help on hand
Members are being encouraged to talk about their money worries for the good of their mental health.
Federation calls for end to mixed messages on lockdown
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says members’ jobs have been made more difficult during the pandemic by poor Government guidance.
Roger Webb says both the Welsh and English Governments must stop issuing mixed messages about Covid-19 regulations to avoid further confusion when lockdown measures are finally lifted.
We need your help: Federation in plea to officers in jab campaign
Officers who have been working on the frontline during the pandemic are being urged to share their experiences with the Federation.
The four Federation branches in Wales have been campaigning for officers to be allowed to be offered jabs that would otherwise go to waste at the end of Covid-19 vaccination clinics.
Are you feeling anxious due to the pandemic?
Dyfed Powys Police Federation is signposting members to new advice for dealing with coronavirus-related anxiety and stress in the workplace.
As the national lockdown continues and talk turns to how restrictions might be eased, people will experience different emotions, whether they’ve been working remotely or in the same setting.
The guidance from the British Psychological Society (BPS) – Covid-19 related anxiety and distress in the workplace: A guide for employers and employees – provides practical steps and ideas for creating healthy, sustainable workplaces.
Online money management courses now available
Members are being offered free online sessions to help them better manage their finances.
Police Mutual, which offers wellbeing and financial support to officers, has created a set of 30-minute modules that officers can access throughout February.
‘Police should be on reserve lists for left-over vaccines’
12 February 2021
Frontline police officers and staff should at the very least be among those on a daily reserve list for any spare vaccines that would otherwise go to waste, the Police Federation’s Welsh lead has argued.
Supporting you: Force and Federation put a focus on wellbeing
Dyfed Powys Police Federation is here to help and support members with their physical and mental health.
That’s the message from the branch’s wellbeing lead Dai Gaskins as he outlined the support offered by the Force and backed up by the Federation’s own initiatives.
Federation enlists vaccine support from politicians
A number of Welsh politicians have pledged their support for Dyfed Powys Police Federation as it continues to campaign for police officers to be given some priority in the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out.
The four Welsh Police Federations joined forces last week and sent an open letter to the First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, accusing him of reneging on his commitment to protect officers during the pandemic and of treating them with contempt by refusing to raise them as a priority group.
Oscar Kilo hosting series of wellbeing seminars
Improve the quality of your rest with the help of a webinar from Oscar Kilo, the National Police Wellbeing Service.
Oscar Kilo has teamed up with sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock to produce Better Sleep webinars.
Governments accused of dereliction of duty over officer jabs
Just days after the four Police Federation branches in Wales sent an open letter to the Welsh First Minister calling for frontline police officers to be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccination, all 43 Federation branches in England and Wales have published an open letter condemning the Governments in Cardiff and Westminster.
It comes as a direct response to an announcement yesterday by the health secretary, Matt Hancock, that frontline police officers will not be prioritised in the current vaccination roll-out but will only be considered for prioritisation after groups one to nine in the current programme which means they will be called to be vaccinated according to their age.
Federation secretary condemns assaults on officers, and calls for more support from the Senedd
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has said it is “wrong on every level” that police officers are being subjected to assaults as they carry out their duties.
Roger hit out after the responses from Welsh officers to last year’s demand, capacity and welfare survey, carried out by the Police Federation of England Wales (PFEW) every two years, reveal that they are around seven per cent more likely to be insulted, threatened, hit or kicked than English officers’ responses suggested in the same survey.
First Minister accused of failing to help protect officers during pandemic
The four Police Federation branches of Wales have joined forces in an open letter to the First Minister of Wales suggesting he has reneged on his commitment to protect police officers during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
The Dyfed Powys, Gwent, North Wales and South Wales Federation branches are challenging Mark Drakeford on statements he made on Twitter and in a letter last April as the pandemic gained pace.
Time to Talk Day: open up about your mental health
Officers are being encouraged to see today’s Time to Talk Day as an opportunity to open up about their mental health.
Time to Talk Day highlights the need to talk about our own wellbeing and to check in on others, something that is more important than ever right now.
Federation ready to help officers under pressure
The Federation’s demand, capacity and welfare survey found that 71 per cent of Dyfed Powys Police respondents had experienced feelings of stress, low mood, anxiety, or other difficulties with their health and wellbeing over the last 12 months.
Demand, capacity & welfare
2020 marked the third occasion where police officers from federated ranks across England and Wales will be given the opportunity to express their views on issues that impact them.
The purpose of the survey, which is run every two years, is to gather evidence to help influence positive change for the entire police service.
The Demand, Capacity & Welfare Survey provides every officer, from the rank of Constable to Chief Inspector, the opportunity to help shape PFEW’s future policy on a range of issues and to describe how these have impacted them.
Federation adds up the cost of conduct investigations
Dyfed Powys branch secretary Roger Webb says the Federation will continue to campaign for improvements in the timeliness of investigations by the police watchdog.
Lengthy disciplinary investigations are a drain on the public purse and have a detrimental impact on police officers and their families, Roger said.
New guide to terms and conditions of service
The Police Federation has issued a new Quick Reference Guide (QRG) for officers’ terms and conditions of service.
The new guide, which replaces the issue dated July 2020, reflects the removal of the bottom pay point for sergeants as well as the extension to paid maternity leave and adoption leave and to Targeted Variable Payments.
Federation seeks pay rise and ‘thank you’ payment for officers
Police officers deserve to be recognised for putting aside fears for their own health to continue to serve and protect their communities, says Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones.
The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) has called for officers to be awarded a ‘thank you’ payment for the risks they have taken to protect the public during the Covid-19 pandemic, a move Gareth has welcomed.
Struggling with parenting pressures during the pandemic?
Struggling with the pressures of being a parent during the pandemic? A free guide has been created to help key workers cope.
From structuring your day, to reaching out to fellow parents, the guide is full of handy hints and tips to help key worker parents during the Covid-19 crisis.
Federation to give evidence in IOPC inquiry
The devastating impact of long-drawn-out conduct investigations on officers will be revealed when the Federation gives evidence to a Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) inquiry into the role of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) next week.
The Federation has been invited to give evidence to the inquiry on Wednesday (27 January) when it will consider the police complaints system and the time taken to resolve complaints.
Calls for jail terms for those who weaponise Covid in attacks on emergency services
The chair of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has said anyone choosing to use Covid-19 as a weapon should receive a jail sentence which reflects the ‘appalling and disgusting’ nature of the offence.
Gareth Jones was speaking after figures released by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) revealed assaults on emergency workers have become the most common coronavirus-related crime.
Home Secretary pushing for officers to get Covid jabs
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has welcomed the news that the Home Secretary is working to prioritise police officers in the next phase of the coronavirus vaccine roll-out.
Priti Patel told Nick Ferrari on LBC Radio that she has been working with the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) to effectively fast-track officers, along with firefighters and teachers, in the queue for the vaccine and that Health Secretary Matt Hancock is “100 per cent” supporting her. She also said she has told policing partners to prepare logistically.
Federation seeks better support for detectives
The national Police Federation is working with police chiefs and trainers to develop a toolkit to help support officers who become unwell through the job.
Karen Stephens, secretary of the Federation’s National Detectives’ Forum, says the work is vital for officers’ physical and mental health.
Free guide to beating Blue Monday
A free guide has been created to help officers banish the blues as they face what is thought to be the most depressing day of the year.
Blue Monday is the name given to the third Monday of every January, with wet weather, short days and Christmas debt all likely to impact our mood.
Get Active for Police Care UK
The chair of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says this year’s Blue Light Get Active Challenge could be just what people are looking for to get motivated and, as an added bonus, support a police charity.
The 2021 event, organised by Police Care UK in combination with The Firefighters Charity, The Ambulance Staff Charity and The Children’s Air Ambulance, will be the largest of its kind and will run from Monday (18 January) to 14 February.
Federation welcomes reform of pre-charge bail
Changes to the pre-charge bail system which should prevent people being released under investigation for long periods and also cut red tape for police officers have been welcomed by Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
He was commenting on the publication of the Home Office response to a consultation on the reform of pre-charge bail.
Travel insurance: an update
New guidance on the impact of the pandemic on travel insurance cover has been issued for members who subscribe to the Group Insurance Scheme.
The scheme is run on behalf of Dyfed Powys Police Federation by Philip Williams and Co Insurance Management.
Ian Leyland from Philip Williams says cover on the travel policy is dependent upon Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) advice at the time of booking and the date of departure.
Federation calls for tougher sentences for assaults on emergency service workers
A 10 per cent increase in attacks on emergency workers is unacceptable, says Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
Now Roger has called for tougher sentences for offenders who attack emergency workers.
His comments follow the release of new figures by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) which show a 10 per cent rise in assaults on emergency services personnel during November compared to the same period in 2019.
Fed secretary discusses Covid jabs with BBC
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has called for officers to be prioritised for the coronavirus vaccine during an interview with the BBC.
Roger Webb told the BBC officers are putting their own health, and that of loved ones, at risk by policing the pandemic and should be on the priority list.
National Federation chair asks for officers to be prioritised for jabs
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has backed a plea from the Federation’s national chair for police officers to be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.
Roger Webb says John Apter is right to urge Vaughan Gething, the Welsh minister for health and social services, to reconsider decision not to make police officers a priority group of workers in the jab roll-out programme.
‘We are all finding it tough’: support is available
Officers are being encouraged to talk more openly about their wellbeing as policing the pandemic continues to put an extra strain on them.
And Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones is urging members to look out for their colleagues who may need support.
“We’ll continue to police this pandemic and protect the public and the NHS, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have an impact on officers or that they don’t have things they’re dealing with at home,” said Gareth.
Guide will help anyone trying for a dry January
A free guide to ‘Dry January’ has been created to help members stay away from the booze this month.
The guide highlights the advantages of taking part in the annual campaign, including the benefits no alcohol has on sleep, weight loss, mental health and finances.
New petition: prioritise police officers for Covid jabs
A petition has been set up calling on the Welsh Government to ensure police officers are prioritised as the Covid-19 vaccines are rolled out.
Set up by the father of a police officer who contracted Covid while arresting a member of the public, the petition needs to reach the 10,000 signature mark to spark a debate in the Senedd.
Season’s greetings
As we approach the festive season, we wanted to put on record our thanks to everyone within the Force for their efforts this year. The whole policing team has been exceptional during what has been an extremely challenging year.
Of course, the Christmas period is not going to be the same for any of us but we hope that you are still able to spend some time with your loved ones, even if it has to be virtually.
‘Use of force increase should be viewed in light of rise in officer assaults’
New figures showing an increase in police use of force should be set against rising assaults on officers, says Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
Roger says it’s “unacceptable” that officers should come under attack for doing their job and called for stiffer sentences to act as a deterrent.
His comments came as
Pension update: Government will issue remedy proposals in the spring
The Government will issue its proposals for the remedy to the discrimination found in the implementation of the 2015 Police Pension Scheme in the spring, it has been confirmed.
Your magazine
The winter edition of your Federation magazine is out now.
In the latest Chwarae Teg, Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says it’s a disgrace that the Government is imposing a pay freeze on the very public sector workers who have been on the frontline serving their communities during the pandemic.
Money troubles? Don’t do nothing
“Don’t do nothing!” That’s the advice for members who are struggling with debt and money worries.
Antony Price, partnership development manager at PayPlan, a national service which provides free debt advice, is urging members not to sit in silence with their financial concerns.
Longer period of maternity and adoption leave pay
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says improvements in officers’ paid maternity or adoption leave will help in the Force’s recruitment drive.
From 4 January 2021 officers on maternity or adoption leave will be entitled to full pay for 26 weeks instead of 18.
Get a deal with Perkjam
Dyfed Powys Police Federation members can now benefit from a range of discounts from big-name brands thanks to Perkjam.
The Perkjam website offers great prices on everything from entertainment and technology to travel, motoring and more.
Federation campaign puts focus on financial wellbeing
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb is urging members not to “suffer in silence” if they’re worried about their finances this Christmas.
Roger is encouraging officers who have money worries to open up or to seek help for the good of their own mental health.
“Money and mental health are connected,” Roger said. “Worrying about your money issues can have a detrimental impact on your mental health and wellbeing.
Sergeants’ pay
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says the removal of the lowest pay point for sergeants may help encourage PCs to consider seeking promotion and career progression.
The Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) agreed to remove the lowest pay point on the sergeants’ pay scale and this came into effect with the annual pay rise on 1 September. This means there is a greater gap between the top pay point of the constables’ pay scale and the bottom point of the sergeants’ pay scale.
Pay and morale survey reveals impact of pandemic
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has called on the Force’s chief officers to listen to officers’ “concerns and fears” after a new report highlighted the impact of the pandemic on members’ morale.
Pay freeze is ‘a disgrace’, says Federation secretary
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says it’s a disgrace that the Government is imposing a pay freeze on the very public sector workers who have been on the front-line serving their communities during the pandemic.
Cashback on Police Mutual insurance
If you take out your car or home insurance through Police Mutual before the end of the year you will earn a £50 cashback payment.
Police Mutual, which offers financial services for serving or retired police officers, staff and their families, is also offering a free Costa coffee for each quote on car or home insurance.
Officers to be allowed Taser in court
Years of campaigning for a change in legislation means police officers can now carry Taser in court.
From today, subject to local policy, officers will not be required to remove the devices when attending court on routine business, such as giving evidence or delivering exhibits.
‘PPE has helped reduce spread of virus’
Dyfed Powys branch secretary Roger Webb says the Federation’s successful personal protective equipment (PPE) campaign has helped limit the number of police officers with Covid-19.
Figures gathered by the Press Association for 24 forces across the four nations of the UK show 849 officers have contracted the virus during the pandemic and Roger believes that figure would have been higher if it wasn’t for officers using PPE.
Cash prize up for grabs
Christmas could come early for one lucky winner with £2,020 up for grabs in a competition being run by Police Mutual.
Police Mutual, which offers financial services for serving or retired police officers, staff and their families, is giving away the cash in a free prize draw.
Entries close on 21 December and the draw takes place on 22 December.
Survey closes soon
Members are being urged not to miss the opportunity to take part in this year’s Police Federation Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey before it closes on Monday (16 November).
Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch chair Gareth Jones said: “I encourage all our members to get involved in this. It is their chance to express their opinions on various issues including the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the planned recruitment of 20,000 officers by 2023.”
Is shift work affecting your sleep?
A new guide has been produced to help members who struggle with their sleep during shift work.
The guide outlines why working shifts can interrupt rest patterns and gives a series of tips on what members can do during a shift to put themselves in a position to sleep soundly when it’s finished.
Taser breakthrough for officers with CVD
A change of policy which will allow police officers with Colour Vision Deficiency to apply for Taser training will enable them to protect themselves, their colleagues and the public.
That’s the view of Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
Roger has welcomed the move by the College of Policing which is establishing a new training and assessment process meaning officers with CVD - who were previously excluded from Taser training - will now be assessed using a Taser fixed sight.
Officers invited to join new LGB&T+ group
PC Ian Ashton drew on his own experiences to establish support for LGB&T+ officers and to become a Police Federation rep.
Ian, chair of the LGB&T+ Self-Organised Group, revealed the only officers he could turn to when he decided to “come out” met in secret.
Take a look at your wellbeing during Stress Awareness Week
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says small lifestyle changes can make a big difference to members’ wellbeing.
Gareth was speaking during International Stress Awareness Week which runs from 2 to 6 November and incudes National Stress Awareness Day on Wednesday (4 November).
Public backing for police
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says members have stepped up to the challenge of policing the pandemic.
Tackling violence against officers is ‘top priority’
National chair John Apter says tackling violence against officers is a top priority of the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW).
There were 30,000 assaults against officers in the past year, a rise of more than five per cent.
Members’ input vital to shaping policy
Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch secretary Roger Webb is urging members not to miss the opportunity to have their say on policing the pandemic in this year’s Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey.
Factsheet launched to mark World Menopause Day
Police Mutual launched a new factsheet to mark World Menopause Day which was on Sunday (18 October).
The factsheet explains the stages of the menopause, common symptoms and possible treatments. It also provides a list of organisations offering further help and support.
Positive feedback for memorial service
The daughter of a Welsh police officer killed in the line of duty says it was an honour to be part of the National Police Memorial Day commemorations this year.
Rebecca Tertois, daughter of PC Terry Davies of Gwent Police, who died in 1990, aged 34, lit a candle in memory of fallen officers in Wales.
Your autumn magazine
The autumn edition of the Dyfed Powys Police Federation magazine is available now.
Chwarae Teg, or Fair Play, includes an article encouraging members to voice their thoughts on policing the pandemic in the 2020 Demand, Capacity and Welfare survey.
The online magazine features this year’s virtual National Police Memorial Day service which the families and friends of fallen officers were invited to join from home by sharing images of a virtual candle and writing messages on a Tribute Wall to remember and celebrate the lives of their lost loved ones.
Federation campaigns backed by police minister
Dyfed Powys branch chair Gareth Jones says he’s delighted that Federation campaigns are being supported by the policing minister.
Gareth says the Federation will continue to campaign for is members on issues that affect them after Kit Malthouse talked about the Government’s support for introducing a Police Covenant and police driver protections “as soon as possible”.
Inspectors’ exam: update
All sergeants who completed the online inspectors’ exam earlier this week will be awarded the grade they attained, despite the College of Policing suspending the exam due to technical problems.
If they did not pass, they will be offered a quick time re-sit.
Inspectors’ exam hit by technical problem
The College of Policing suspended yesterday’s online inspectors’ exam due to technical difficulties.
In a statement issued late yesterday, John Apter, the national chair of the Police Federation, said the college’s decision was ‘simply unacceptable’.
Make a positive change
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic made this year’s World Mental Health Day on Saturday (10 October) the most important one yet.
So Police Mutual has encouraged Federation members to use the day as an opportunity to take the first step to improving their own, or someone else’s, mental wellbeing. It has also produced a mental health fact sheet to coincide with the day.
Extra funding for coronavirus enforcement
The Force is being given a further £200,000 to help support coronavirus enforcement.
The Government funding, which is part of £60 million to be split equally between police forces and local authorities, is aimed at allowing forces to provide a more visible policing presence as part of the fight to stop the spread of coronavirus.
Dyfed Powys Police’s share of the £30 million is £212,489.
BBC research highlights weaponising of Covid-19
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says he’s appalled Covid-19 is being weaponised in assaults on officers.
Roger says a rise in the number of attacks on officers in which thugs claim to have coronavirus symptoms is worrying and has called for the toughest possible sentence for anyone convicted.
Federation survey puts emphasis on demand, capacity and welfare
Have your say on policing during the pandemic in an important new Federation survey.
That is the message from Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch secretary Roger Webb.
‘Courts must get tough on officer assaults’
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Gareth Jones says it’s essential front-line workers have the full support of the criminal justice system to send out the message that attacks on them are unacceptable.
Gareth was speaking after new figures from the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) show there was a 29 per cent increase in assaults on emergency services workers in the four weeks to August 30 compared to the same period in 2019.
Members urged to use Track and Trace app
Members are being encouraged to use the Test and Trace app at work.
Dyfed Powys Federation is urging officers to help control the spread of the coronavirus by downloading the app to their personal phones and using it while working.
Prince Charles pays tribute to fallen officers
Yesterday’s National Police Memorial Day (NPMD) was particularly poignant after the killing of Metropolitan Police Sergeant Matt Ratana two days earlier.
HRH The Prince of Wales, Prime Minister Boris Johnson, and Home Secretary Priti Patel all paid tribute to 54-year-old PS Ratana in messages for the virtual service which had been due to take place at Lincoln Cathedral but had to be re-arranged due to the coronavirus restrictions.
Tribute to Met officer
The tragic death of a Metropolitan Police officer in an incident at a Croydon custody centre in the early hours of this morning serves as a reminder of the daily dangers police officers face, says the secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Roger Webb was speaking after the officer was shot by a man being detained in custody. Despite the efforts of officers and paramedics at the scene, he died in hospital.
BRAVE OFFICERS SAVE WOMAN’S LIFE IN SEA RESCUE
Two officers who ran into the sea to rescue a woman in mental health crisis have been nominated for the national Police Bravery Awards.
PC Ian Chattun and Temporary Sergeant Katy Evans of Dyfed Powys Police were both on duty when a call came in expressing serious concerns for the immediate safety of a woman who was threatening to harm herself.
Online Memorial Day still a key event
Dyfed Powys Federation chair Gareth Jones says this year’s National Police Memorial Day is still a key event in the policing year.
This year’s service, to honour officers who have died in the line of duty, will be held online at 3pm on Sunday (27 September) due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Home Secretary supports release of force BWV
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb says the backing of the Home Secretary will strengthen the campaign to share body-worn video (BWV) footage with the public.
The Federation’s campaign aims to protect officers from ‘trial by social media’ when selected clips of incidents involving the police are posted on the internet.
Officer assaults: sentence increase
Gareth Jones - Chair of Dyfed Powys Police Federation
The Government has agreed to fast-track new legislation and double the maximum jail sentence for assaulting a police officer.
The move comes after extensive lobbying by the national Police Federation and the Protect the Protectors campaign which highlighted the negative impact of assaults on emergency workers and seemingly lean sentencing.
The new maximum prison sentence for an assault will now be two years.
Federation welcomes IOPC progress
Dyfed Powys Police Federation branch secretary Roger Webb says the Federation’s Time Limits campaign is bringing results after a new report by the police watchdog showed an improvement in the timeliness of investigations.
Police minister visits Flint House
The police minister has expressed concern that donations to the Flint House police rehabilitation centre are falling.
Kit Malthouse visited the Oxfordshire facility last week and warned officers that the moment they stop paying their Flint House donation is probably the moment they will need it.
Share your views on PPE
Dyfed Powys Police Federation and the National Police Chiefs’ Council are encouraging members to take part in a study into the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the pandemic.
Operation Talla, the service’s response to Covid-19, is working with Cardiff University to understand officer and staff perceptions around using PPE.
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Pay survey closes tomorrow
Time is running out for members to take part in the annual Police Federation of England and Wales pay and morale survey.
The survey is used in the Federation’s annual submission to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) which advises the Government on officer pay.
Police Covenant progress welcomed
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has welcomed a decision by the Home Secretary to enshrine a Police Covenant in law.
The covenant applies to serving and former police personnel and creates a statutory duty for forces to support them.
Free mental wellbeing sessions
Free, online mental health wellbeing sessions are being hosted to allow officers to talk about how they are coping and feeling about Covid-19.
The webinar resilience check-ins are being held on 23 September, 6 October and 19 October and are being funded by the Police Federation of England and Wales and run by the National Police Wellbeing Service – Oscar Kilo.
The sessions were first held during lockdown and were designed to help people deal with the changes they were facing, whatever their role.
Get moving to help police charity
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has praised the work of Police Care UK as he encouraged members to get moving in support of the charity.
The Get Active Challenge is being launched nationwide this month to help officers and staff stay healthy and look after their wellbeing.
Tips for looking after your health
Police Mutual has produced a video to encourage members to adopt a healthier lifestyle to lower their risk of contracting Covid-19.
The video, hosted by Carl Laidler from Health Shield, explains how small changes can make a big difference to staying healthy during the current pandemic but that they key is avoiding underlying health issues which put some at increased risk from the virus.
Home Secretary interviewed for Police magazine
The Home Secretary has told the Police Federation of England and Wales that police officers should never feel intimidated about using stop and search.
In an exclusive online interview with John Apter, the Federation national chair, Priti Patel described stop and search as an essential policing tool and said families who have lost loved ones to crime want it to be used more widely.
“You and I have sat with officers where we have met families who lives have been torn apart and devastated when their sons and daughters have been murdered on the streets of our country through weaponry. I don’t really call them knives – I call them weapons, because they are weapons,” the Home Secretary said.
Federation welcomes officer safety review report
The secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation has called for members to receive the best equipment, training and support as he welcomed a new report into the rise of assaults on police officers.
Roger Webb says attacks on officers must not be tolerated and called for offenders to feel the full weight of the criminal justice system.
Flint House re-opens on Monday
Flint House, the police rehabilitation centre, is preparing to re-open after coronavirus forced its closure earlier in the year.
Pay and morale - have your say
Members are being urged to take part in the annual Police Federation of England and Wales pay and morale survey if they have not already done so.
The survey results are used in the Federation’s annual submission to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) – the independent organisation which advises the Government on officer pay.
Crime will rise as lockdown eases
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has warned the public not to be complacent after a huge reduction in recorded crime during the coronavirus lockdown.
New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that total crime, excluding fraud and computer crime, dropped by just under a third during April and May compared to a two-month average in the pre-lockdown period.
Home Office pensions update
The Home Office has set out guidance in relation to Immediate Detriment Pensions Cases.
This relates to the treatment of police officers who are due to retire imminently, including those taking ill-health retirement, who are impacted by the McCloud/Sargeant judgement.
Forces urged to share BWV footage
Forces should consider releasing body-worn video footage to protect officers and show the full story behind clips that appear on social media, according to the national chair of the Police Federation.
John Apter has requested a meeting with Martin Hewitt, chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, and Mike Cunningham, chief executive officer at the College of Policing, to discuss his concerns about the growing trend of officers being vilified when selective clips of their interactions with the public are shared on social media platforms and then broadcast by the media.
“These snippets rarely show the full facts,” he says, “They are purposefully selective in what they show and can be incredibly damaging for public confidence in policing, as inevitably some people will believe the one-sided story often presented.
Sign petition to support Harper’s Law campaign
Lissie Harper has launched a petition to back her Harper’s Law campaign which is calling for those convicted of killing a police officer, firefighter, nurse, doctor, prison officer or paramedic to face life in prison.
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Lissie, widow of PC Andrew Harper, the Thames Valley Police officer horrifically killed while on duty in August last year, has thanked everyone for supporting her campaign so far and urged people to sign the petition.
Federation conduct leads call for better IOPC training
Better training would improve the time it takes investigators from the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) to decide whether officers involved in Post-Incident Procedures (PIP) are witnesses or suspects or if the case will be referred to the force or the watchdog.
This was the message given to Kathie Cashell, the IOPC’s director of strategy and impact, when she took part in a virtual meeting with Federation conduct and performance leads at the end of last month.
Memorial day service to be held online
The National Police Memorial Day service will be held online this year, and a tribute wall has also been launched to mark the event.
The service, which honours officers who have died in the line of duty, will be held on Sunday 27 September at 3pm.
The website streaming the service will also host the tribute wall so people can share their memories of fallen officers and leave messages.
Have your say on pay and morale
Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Roger Webb is urging all members to take part in the annual pay and morale survey.
The findings of the survey, which is carried out by the Police Federation of England and Wales, are used as evidence in its annual submission to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) which advises the Government on officer pay.
“I would like to encourage all members to take part in this survey,” says Roger, “The more officers who respond, the stronger the evidence we can provide to PRRB.
Pay rise: "a positive first step"
The 2.5 per cent pay award for officers is a ‘positive first step’ towards repairing the damage years of austerity caused to police salaries.
That is the view of Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
“The 2.5 per cent pay rise announced by the Government on Tuesday is welcomed, particularly given the financial pressures the country faces at the moment,” said Roger.
Police to get 2.5 per cent pay rise
Police officers will receive a 2.5 per cent pay rise from 1 September this year, the Treasury has announced.
Home Secretary Priti Patel is due to make a statement to Parliament today with the recommendations of the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB), the independent organisation that advises on police pay.
We will publish further details when they are available.
Officers received a 2.5 per cent pay increase in September 2019.
Pensions consultation
The Government has announced a consultation on its proposed remedy to the discrimination found when it launched the 2015 Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) Police Pension Scheme.
The consultation, which also involves other public service pension schemes, was launched on Thursday 16 July and will close on 11 October 2020 .
Knife crime increases by 20 per cent
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has called for knife crime offenders to face the stiffest possible sentences to help deter people from carrying blades.
His comments come as new Government figures show that knife crime in the Force area rose by 20 per cent in the last year.
There were 213 offences involving a knife or sharp weapon in Dyfed Powys in the 12 months to March, up from 178 offences in the previous 12 months, data from the Office for National Statistics shows.
Roads policing ‘inadequate’ in some forces
Cuts to roads policing budgets leading to a drop in the number of dedicated roads policing officers have been blamed for a gradual increase in road deaths after more than 30 years of steadily declining fatalities.
A new report by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) called “Roads Policing: not optional” highlights the fact that £120 million cuts to roads policing budgets between 2013 and 2019 were reflected in a ‘substantial decrease’ in police enforcement activity in particular the targeting of the Fatal Four of drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, excess speed and driving while distracted, for example, by using mobile phones.
Chwarae Teg "Fair Play" - Federation Magazine Summer 2020
Chwarae Teg / Fair Play
The latest edition of the Dyfed Powys Police Federation magazine Chwarae Teg is out now.
It includes an interview with the branch chair, Gareth Jones, and also a feature about the work of his predecessor Mark Bleasdale who is now the Welsh affairs lead for the Police Federation of England and Wales.
Other issues covered in this magazine include officer assaults, fatigue, plans for further improvements at the IOPC and the treatment of police pensions upon divorce.
Consultation opens on officer assaults sentencing
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has welcomed a review into sentencing for offenders who attack emergency workers.
Justice Secretary and Lord Chancellor Robert Buckland and Home Secretary Priti Patel have launched a consultation into the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Act 2018 which will look at doubling sentences for offenders.
Roger said it would send out a strong message of support for members, but that any change must be backed by the full weight of the criminal justice system.
Survey on wellbeing and technology
Oscar Kilo, the National Police Wellbeing Service, is carrying out a survey to try to assess the impact of technology on wellbeing during the pandemic.
The survey, which should take no more than five minutes to complete, is open until 23 July.
Pensions action: deadline extended
More than 36,000 officers have already applied to join the Police Federation’s group action for compensation after the introduction of the 2015 pension scheme.
The deadline for submitting applications was originally set for this Friday (17 July) but this has now been extended to 31 July to give Federation branches more time to manage the high level of enquiries they are receiving.
Officers urged to read new policy on DSI
College of Policing
All members should read a new policy that will affect any officer involved in Post-Incident Procedures (PIP), says Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb.
Roger was commenting after the College of Policing yesterday launched a Death or Serious Injury Authorised Professional Practice (DSI APP) Policy that will give officers in all PIP incidents the same protection, support and representation as those involved in a firearms PIP.Â
Amazon decision ‘a kick in the teeth’ says Fed chair
John Apter PFEW Chair
National Federation chair John Apter has questioned the moral judgement of Amazon after the online retailer rejected his calls for a range of merchandise bearing a ‘Blue Lives Murder’ logo to be withdrawn from sale.
John wrote to Amazon’s UK-based managing director Doug Gurr last week asking the company to stop selling the merchandise.
The PAG Report & Treatment of Police Pensions upon Divorce
The report of the Pension Advisory Group (“PAGâ€), “a Guide to the Treatment of Pensions on Divorce†was published in July 2019.
Three recent decisions by the Family Court concerning the divisions of pensions have all referenced the PAG report as being influential on judicial decision making.
I want to build on the good work of the branch
Gareth Jones New Chair
The new chair of Dyfed Powys Police Federation says he will use his 25 years of experience to represent members at a Force and national level.
Gareth Jones says he is ‘honoured and privileged’ to be elected and is already setting out his priorities for his time in post.
“I put myself forward as chair because I fancied a change in role, the different challenges to deal with and developmental opportunities to work more strategically,†he said.
National survey reveals level of officer fatigue
The first national police wellbeing survey has revealed that 45 per cent of respondents were getting fewer than six hours’ sleep a night.
Around 35,000 people responded to the survey which was carried out by Oscar Kilo, the National Police Wellbeing Service, and the College of Policing.
‘Offensive’ t-shirts: Fed asks Amazon to act
The national chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales has said he is disgusted that Amazon is selling ‘deeply offensive’ t-shirts featuring the logo ‘Blue lives murder’.
John Apter has written to Doug Gurr, managing director of Amazon in the UK, demanding that he immediately halts the sale of the t-shirts which also feature a graphic suggesting police brutality.
Crime down as officer assaults go up
Provisional figures released by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) show police recorded crime across England and Wales has fallen by 18 per cent in the four weeks until 7 June this year, when compared with the same period last year.
However, assaults on emergency service workers have increased by 24 per cent.
Federation launches pensions FAQ video
Around 23,000 people have so far applied to join the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) Group Action for compensation due to changes to members’ pensions caused by the launch of the new pension scheme in 2015.
Federation subs to increase by £2 a month
Federation subscriptions will increase by £2 a month from September.
The monthly subscription will go up to £23.58 but this will amount to £18.86 in real terms once tax relief is applied.
Dates released as exams set to go ahead online
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb has welcomed a move to reschedule exams and hold them online because of the coronavirus crisis.
Consider your wellbeing as part of Men’s Health Week
Dyfed Powys Police Federation secretary Roger Webb is encouraging members to use Men’s Health Week as a chance to take control of their wellbeing.
National chair calls for protests to be banned
The national chair of the Police Federation is urging the Home Secretary to ban large gatherings and protests to protect the public and police officers.
IOPC chief admits need for further improvements
The director general of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) says there is an opportunity to improve the speed of investigations ‘but not at the expense of quality’.
Michael Lockwood’s comments in an online meeting with Police Federation conduct leads have been welcomed by Roger Webb, secretary of Dyfed Powys Police Federation.
Time for roads policing to be prioritised
The Government is being urged to prioritise roads policing to save lives and fight wider criminality in a new report from a transport safety charity published today.
The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) is also critical of cutbacks in roads policing and points to a widespread belief that a failure to reduce the number of deaths on the road is at least partly due to a downgrading of roads policing.
New lockdown guidance for officers
First Minister Mark Drakeford announced a change to lockdown restrictions on Friday allowing people in Wales more freedom to meet people outside but still asking them to stay within five miles of home.
The amendments to the Health Protection Regulations came into effect yesterday and still mean different restrictions are in place in Wales and England.
‘Stay local’ – Welsh affairs lead urges public to follow new guidance
Police officers in Wales will continue to do their best to ensure people follow lockdown guidelines, says Mark Bleasdale, the Police Federation’s Welsh affairs lead.
Mark, commenting after the Welsh Government announced an easing of lockdown rules in Wales from today, also called on residents to do their bit by staying in their local areas and not ‘generally travelling more than five miles’ as set out by First Minister Mark Drakeford.
Praise for officers
Officers have acted proportionately and in the finest traditions of the police service during the coronavirus pandemic, according to the deputy presiding officer of the Welsh Parliament.
Ann Jones, the Member of the Senedd (MS) for the Vale of Clwyd, also praised officers for putting the needs of others above their own while serving and protecting their communities.
Officers injured in police stops urged to contact Fed campaigner
Officers who have been involved in incidents in which they have been injured – or risked injury – due to a driver making off after a police stop are being urged to help build a body of evidence that could help secure a change in the law to give colleagues better protection in the future.
PFEW to launch Compensation Claim against Government
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Group Action the ‘only step available’ to ensure members are treated fairly
Chwarae Teg "Fair Play" - Federation Magazine Spring 2020
Statement was issued on 9 April 2020 by PFEW around the acceptance of PPE guidance
9 April 2020
Federation advises police officers to keep two metres social distance at all times or wear protective masks
During the last week we have seen conflicting advice issued to police officers by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) about the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), based on information and advice it has received from Public Health England (PHE) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
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MP backs law to protect 999 teams
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PFEW Pay and Morale Survey 2017 Dyfed-Powys Police
The results of the responses to the PFEW Pay and Morale Survey received from respondents from Dyfed-Powys Police in 2017.
Gurney Fund activity holiday
The Gurney Fund, a charity who support the children of Officers who have died or been medically retired from service, takes their beneficiaries away every year on a weeklong adventure holiday allowing them to spend time with children in a similar position to themselves.
Members’ survey on routine arming is now open
A survey of our members’ views on the routine arming of police officers launches today. A link to the national survey, our first on routine arming in over a decade, is being sent via email directly to our 123,000 members across England and Wales via their Police National Network (PNN) email accounts.
River rescue earns Dyfed-Powys officer bravery award
PC Marc Woods from Dyfed-Powys police has been named as the Region 7 (Wales) winner at the 22nd National Police Bravery Awards in London.
PC Woods won the award after saving a young boy from the River Wye, close to the Sweet Lamb Rally Complex in Llanidloes, just off the A44.
The awards, sponsored by Police Mutual, honour and recognise police officers who perform outstanding acts of bravery.
National Police Bravery Awards
Dyfed Powys officer up for national Police Bravery Award after saving boy from drowning.
PC Marc Woods has been nominated for a national Police Bravery Award after he rescued a 10-year-old boy from a strong current in the River Wye.
National Federation News - July 2017
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