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Want to know more about the Police Federation and what it does for its members?Join the National Chair John Apter and presenter Ian Collins every month discussing various topics with a variety of Federation and policing guests. The series will cover everything from pensions to pay, campaigns to conduct and much more.We take questions from members – via twitter @PFEW_HQ or email communications@polfed.org – so please do get involved.www.polfed.org/fedcast

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United Kingdom

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Want to know more about the Police Federation and what it does for its members?Join the National Chair John Apter and presenter Ian Collins every month discussing various topics with a variety of Federation and policing guests. The series will cover everything from pensions to pay, campaigns to conduct and much more.We take questions from members – via twitter @PFEW_HQ or email communications@polfed.org – so please do get involved.www.polfed.org/fedcast

Twitter:

@PFEW_HQ

Language:

English


Episodes

FedCast 5: Why politicians must recalibrate their relationship with policing

6/19/2019
In the latest edition of The Police Federation on England and Wales’ FedCast, National Chair John Apter is joined by Operational Policing Lead Simon Kempton. Hosted by Ian Collins, this episode focuses on President Trump’s recent State Visit and the work the Federation has done to ensure their members’ physical and financial welfare was safeguarded. And as the Conservative Leadership contest hots up, the panel discuss why it is vital that whoever becomes the next PM prioritises policing.

Duration:00:18:28

FedCast - Episode 4

6/11/2019
The latest episode of the Police Federation of England and Wales’ podcast FedCast features National Chair John Apter and Equality Lead Peggy Lamont discussing what the Federation is doing to tackle discrimination and combat inequality. Hosted by Ian Collins, this edition also includes an update on the progress PFEW has made in securing legal recognition for the specialised skills trained police drivers possess, and we hear about the National Chair’s busy late shift spent with officers from Brixton.

Duration:00:26:48

FedCast - Episode 3

4/9/2019
Hosted by Ian Collins the latest episode of our podcast “FedCast” features National Chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales John Apter and its Operational Policing Lead Simon ‘Kenny’ Kempton discussing issues facing frontline officers including the surge in violent crime, access to Taser, Body Worn Video and Spit guards, as well as highlighting the good work the Federation is doing to ensure that officers on Mutual Aid get the allowances they are entitled to. We take questions from members – via twitter @PFEW_HQ or email communications@polfed.org – so please do get involved.

Duration:00:23:13

FedCast - Episode 2

2/21/2019
Supporting members through difficult times is one of the main reasons the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) exists. More often than not, those difficult times stem from unfounded conduct or performance complaints. National Chair John Apter, Conduct and Performance Lead Phill Matthews, and broadcaster Ian Collins shine a light on PFEW’s work in this area and offer advice to members who find themselves under investigation. This episode also covers our input on new discipline regulations, our work with the Independent Office for Police Conduct to reduce the length of investigations, and moving the police service towards a performance and learning culture. We also take questions from members on police funding and industrial rights for police officers. Members are invited to put forward their questions for discussion I future episodes via twitter @PFEW_HQ using #AskFed or email communications@polfed.org – so please do get involved. Visit www.polfed.org/fedcast to find out more about the series.

Duration:00:31:31

FedCast - Episode 1

1/28/2019
Police pensions are at the top of the list to discuss in our inaugural FedCast with National Police Federation Chair John Apter. Presented by Ian Collins and with guest National Police Federation Secretary Alex Duncan, the trio tackle the current situation with pensions following the Court of Appeal recently ruling that the introduction of transitional protections to judges’ and firefighters’ pensions was not a proportionate means to achieving a legitimate aim. The complex issues surrounding the judgement and our position are explained clearly answering questions including ‘Why did the Federation not challenge the pension changes like the Fire Brigades Union?’ and ‘Will you admit to making a mistake for not challenging?’ The episode also covers officer welfare, our pay challenge, campaigns and the pair’s first months in their new roles – Mr Apter was elected by members in August 2018 and Mr Duncan was selected by the National Board in October 2018 – during which time the Federation achieved legislative change in respect to assaults on police officers and other emergency workers. We take questions from members – via twitter @PFEW_HQ or email communications@polfed.org – so please do get involved. www.polfed.org/fedcast

Duration:00:38:14