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Website last updated: 12/06/2026
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Reminder
Our next NARPO coach trip this summer is on Wednesday 1st July to the Wimpole Estate - a Superb National Trust Property in Cambridgeshire. Please see Events page for details.
Our next NARPO coach trip this summer is on Wednesday 1st July to the Wimpole Estate - a Superb National Trust Property in Cambridgeshire. Please see Events page for details.
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12/06/26 Day Trip to Bury Christmas Market on Wednesday 25th November 2026
This is a joint enterprise with Slacks Travel. Please see Events page for details
Ian Louch (Chair Derbys NARPO)
This is a joint enterprise with Slacks Travel. Please see Events page for details
Ian Louch (Chair Derbys NARPO)
10/06/26 Policing Charities Launch New Digital Memorial to Honour Fallen Officers
Dear All,
Please see the below message and attached Media Release for your information
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
In a significant development for police remembrance across the UK, the Police Arboretum Memorial Trust (UK Police Memorial) and the Police Remembrance Trust have launched a new digital platform dedicated to commemorating police officers and staff who have died in the line of duty.
The new Digital Memorial brings together key elements from the existing websites of both charities, including the original online Police Roll of Honour, into one accessible online space, creating a single point of reference for families, the policing community, and the wider public.
Please see Media Release for more information
Melanie Davies (Police Remembrance Trust)
Dear All,
Please see the below message and attached Media Release for your information
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
In a significant development for police remembrance across the UK, the Police Arboretum Memorial Trust (UK Police Memorial) and the Police Remembrance Trust have launched a new digital platform dedicated to commemorating police officers and staff who have died in the line of duty.
The new Digital Memorial brings together key elements from the existing websites of both charities, including the original online Police Roll of Honour, into one accessible online space, creating a single point of reference for families, the policing community, and the wider public.
Please see Media Release for more information
Melanie Davies (Police Remembrance Trust)
06/06/26 Participant Recruitment for Manchester University Research Project
Please see below request. Any members interested in participating should contact the author direct.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
I am a postgraduate researcher at the University of Manchester and am researching the impact of the 1984-5 Miners’ Strike on unionisation and community policing as part of my Master’s degree in History.
I am seeking retired police officers who were involved in policing the 1984-5 Miners’ Strike to act as interviewees in order to gain their perspectives. The research would require participation in one online interview, and would take up to an hour.
I have gained ethical approval for this research from the University of Manchester’s School of Arts, Languages and Cultures Ethics Committee. I confirm that any data I collect will be governed by strict adherence to the UK’s General Data Protection Regulation and the University of Manchester’s guidelines as regards the recording, storage and anonymisation of research data. I can also confirm that any comments a participant makes will be fully-anonymised so that they won’t be identifiable, and that any quotes I use will only appear in my Master’s dissertation and will not be published elsewhere.
I have attached an information sheet for potential participants that provides more information about the research and interview process together with my contact details.
Yours faithfully,
Jonathan McDowell (Department of History, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, University of Manchester)
Please see below request. Any members interested in participating should contact the author direct.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
I am a postgraduate researcher at the University of Manchester and am researching the impact of the 1984-5 Miners’ Strike on unionisation and community policing as part of my Master’s degree in History.
I am seeking retired police officers who were involved in policing the 1984-5 Miners’ Strike to act as interviewees in order to gain their perspectives. The research would require participation in one online interview, and would take up to an hour.
I have gained ethical approval for this research from the University of Manchester’s School of Arts, Languages and Cultures Ethics Committee. I confirm that any data I collect will be governed by strict adherence to the UK’s General Data Protection Regulation and the University of Manchester’s guidelines as regards the recording, storage and anonymisation of research data. I can also confirm that any comments a participant makes will be fully-anonymised so that they won’t be identifiable, and that any quotes I use will only appear in my Master’s dissertation and will not be published elsewhere.
I have attached an information sheet for potential participants that provides more information about the research and interview process together with my contact details.
Yours faithfully,
Jonathan McDowell (Department of History, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, University of Manchester)
06/06/26 Sponsored Walk for Ashgate Hospice
Member Harry Buttle is taking part in the 10k Sparkle Night Walk on 27 June 2026 in aid of Ashgate Hospice, and at 80 years old this is his first sponsored walk. This is a worthy cause and also our chosen 2026 charity. For anyone wishing to support Harry the following is the link to his JustGiving fundraising page: Harry Buttle is fundraising for Ashgate Hospice.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
Member Harry Buttle is taking part in the 10k Sparkle Night Walk on 27 June 2026 in aid of Ashgate Hospice, and at 80 years old this is his first sponsored walk. This is a worthy cause and also our chosen 2026 charity. For anyone wishing to support Harry the following is the link to his JustGiving fundraising page: Harry Buttle is fundraising for Ashgate Hospice.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
04/06/26 Opportunities for Self-employed Investigators
Please see below message from Stephen Belcher a former officer of Police Scotland and now the Operations Manager at ID Inquiries based in Glasgow.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
We are currently seeking to recruit self-employed investigators across various locations throughout the UK. In recent years, we have partnered with several NARPO branches to advertise these opportunities and have found this to be a productive collaboration.
ID Inquiries is a brand protection company working with major sports broadcasting rights holders across the UK and ROI. We are seeking reliable, self-employed investigators to carry out covert regulatory visits within commercial premises. The role involves visiting venues at weekends, to observe and assess whether they are complying with broadcasting licensing conditions.
All visits are conducted, with no interaction required with staff or customers. Investigators are expected to research the premises prior to attending, conduct the covert visit then accurately record their findings and submit detailed reports via an online portal. The work suits individuals who are observant, professional and able to work independently - many of our current operatives come from a background in policing, security, or support services, although this is not essential.
We are currently recruiting in the following areas:
Details of payment will be provided upon application. All applications should be directed to [email protected] containing CV, address and postcode details.
Kind regards,
Stephen Belcher (Operations Manager)
Please see below message from Stephen Belcher a former officer of Police Scotland and now the Operations Manager at ID Inquiries based in Glasgow.
Richard 'Doc' Watson (Secretary Derbys NARPO)
We are currently seeking to recruit self-employed investigators across various locations throughout the UK. In recent years, we have partnered with several NARPO branches to advertise these opportunities and have found this to be a productive collaboration.
ID Inquiries is a brand protection company working with major sports broadcasting rights holders across the UK and ROI. We are seeking reliable, self-employed investigators to carry out covert regulatory visits within commercial premises. The role involves visiting venues at weekends, to observe and assess whether they are complying with broadcasting licensing conditions.
All visits are conducted, with no interaction required with staff or customers. Investigators are expected to research the premises prior to attending, conduct the covert visit then accurately record their findings and submit detailed reports via an online portal. The work suits individuals who are observant, professional and able to work independently - many of our current operatives come from a background in policing, security, or support services, although this is not essential.
We are currently recruiting in the following areas:
- Nottingham / Derby
- Birmingham
- London
- Reading / Windsor
- Leeds / Doncaster / Sheffield / Huddersfield
- Greater Manchester
- Bristol / Newport
- Surrey / South Coast
- Norwich
- Gloucestershire
- Republic of Ireland
Details of payment will be provided upon application. All applications should be directed to [email protected] containing CV, address and postcode details.
Kind regards,
Stephen Belcher (Operations Manager)