18/12/20 Volunteer mentors needed
Please see below message from Michelle Brown. Interested parties please reply direct to Michelle.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I am a volunteer co-ordinator for a local Derby charity called CGL, we support vulnerable young people offering 1:1 support from volunteers. Accessing the community to have fun. We are a short term project, supporting families for approx. 12 weeks. Role description.
We are always looking to recruit more volunteer Mentors and if anyone is interested or would like more information please don't hesitate to get in touch, I usually work Tuesday and Fridays.
Kind Regards,
Michelle Brown
Volunteer coordinator
Email: [email protected] Tel: 07435 925216
Please see below message from Michelle Brown. Interested parties please reply direct to Michelle.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I am a volunteer co-ordinator for a local Derby charity called CGL, we support vulnerable young people offering 1:1 support from volunteers. Accessing the community to have fun. We are a short term project, supporting families for approx. 12 weeks. Role description.
We are always looking to recruit more volunteer Mentors and if anyone is interested or would like more information please don't hesitate to get in touch, I usually work Tuesday and Fridays.
Kind Regards,
Michelle Brown
Volunteer coordinator
Email: [email protected] Tel: 07435 925216
18/12/20 BPSO & NPMD Virtual Christmas card
The National Police Memorial Day and the British Police Symphony Orchestra have created a virtual Christmas card with an introduction from The Reverend Canon David Wilbraham MBE and John Apter as Chair of Trustees. It can be seen here.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The National Police Memorial Day and the British Police Symphony Orchestra have created a virtual Christmas card with an introduction from The Reverend Canon David Wilbraham MBE and John Apter as Chair of Trustees. It can be seen here.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/12/20 Xmas Lottery Winners
In the Christmas 2020 Sports Club Lottery Draw the following retired members were lucky winners. M T Wright, E Harrison, Paul Clay, N V Rogers, Henry Carrington, E Watkins, G Wicks, P Gostelow, N Riley, R Youngson, Howard Veigas, Kevin Marples, Paul Tagg, J Dutton, J Lambley, R Bayles, M Reek, C Boam, Michael Adshead, C Boam, B Hind, Ronald Davis, J Albert, J Duffy, J Dinsley, L Goddard and M Elliott.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
In the Christmas 2020 Sports Club Lottery Draw the following retired members were lucky winners. M T Wright, E Harrison, Paul Clay, N V Rogers, Henry Carrington, E Watkins, G Wicks, P Gostelow, N Riley, R Youngson, Howard Veigas, Kevin Marples, Paul Tagg, J Dutton, J Lambley, R Bayles, M Reek, C Boam, Michael Adshead, C Boam, B Hind, Ronald Davis, J Albert, J Duffy, J Dinsley, L Goddard and M Elliott.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
04/12/20 NARPO House relocation
Last week at the NEC meeting the NEC received the latest report regarding the options for the future of NARPO House. The NEC agreed that Branches should be sent ALL the reports already completed in relation to NARPO House for information. Rather than placing these in the public domain, any member requiring further information should contact the Secretary.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Last week at the NEC meeting the NEC received the latest report regarding the options for the future of NARPO House. The NEC agreed that Branches should be sent ALL the reports already completed in relation to NARPO House for information. Rather than placing these in the public domain, any member requiring further information should contact the Secretary.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
01/12/20 Fitness Advent Calendar
Hi All,
Why not keep fit for Christmas in a fun way by joining the Police Sport UK FESTIVE ADVENT CHALLENGE Full details of how to take part can be found on the below link.
GET FIT FOR XMAS ADVENT CALENDAR
Merry, healthy Christmas.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi All,
Why not keep fit for Christmas in a fun way by joining the Police Sport UK FESTIVE ADVENT CHALLENGE Full details of how to take part can be found on the below link.
GET FIT FOR XMAS ADVENT CALENDAR
Merry, healthy Christmas.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
01/12/20 Miners' Strike Archives
We have been notified by ACC Forber of South Yorkshire Police that their Force are considering opening up the Miners’ Strike archives. The intention is to publish the material within the South Yorkshire Police Miners’ Strike Archive (‘the archive’), so that it is electronically accessible to all. The aim is to release as much of the archive as possible into the public domain, However, before doing so, the Force is proposing to carry out a redaction process of some of the material prior to its disclosure.
Before releasing any material South Yorkshire Police are seeking the views of interested parties, including Staff Associations, Police Forces, National Police Chiefs Council and NARPO in relation to their proposed redaction policy.
Protecting our Members’ personal data and welfare are of paramount importance. NARPO has sought advice from our Data Protection Officer, and we have made an initial response to the consultation. We will be making further more detailed submissions in due course to best protect our members and their welfare.
The matter was discussed at the recent NEC meeting and it was agreed to contact Branches on this issue, as well as providing advice to Branches and Members on ‘historical enquiries and events.
Therefore, it is extremely important to remind our Members to exercise caution when responding to any requests regarding this, and any other ‘historical’ policing events.
This includes refraining from posting any information and/or comments on any social media or other platforms on such matters which can be accessed or viewed by the public, which could lead to the possibility that it could be used in any future criminal or other enquiry.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
We have been notified by ACC Forber of South Yorkshire Police that their Force are considering opening up the Miners’ Strike archives. The intention is to publish the material within the South Yorkshire Police Miners’ Strike Archive (‘the archive’), so that it is electronically accessible to all. The aim is to release as much of the archive as possible into the public domain, However, before doing so, the Force is proposing to carry out a redaction process of some of the material prior to its disclosure.
Before releasing any material South Yorkshire Police are seeking the views of interested parties, including Staff Associations, Police Forces, National Police Chiefs Council and NARPO in relation to their proposed redaction policy.
Protecting our Members’ personal data and welfare are of paramount importance. NARPO has sought advice from our Data Protection Officer, and we have made an initial response to the consultation. We will be making further more detailed submissions in due course to best protect our members and their welfare.
The matter was discussed at the recent NEC meeting and it was agreed to contact Branches on this issue, as well as providing advice to Branches and Members on ‘historical enquiries and events.
Therefore, it is extremely important to remind our Members to exercise caution when responding to any requests regarding this, and any other ‘historical’ policing events.
This includes refraining from posting any information and/or comments on any social media or other platforms on such matters which can be accessed or viewed by the public, which could lead to the possibility that it could be used in any future criminal or other enquiry.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
30/11/20 November Lottery
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club lottery Draw for November. W Beer and T M Young. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club lottery Draw for November. W Beer and T M Young. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
13/11/20 Members survey: Older people and COVID-19
Later Life Ambitions are seeking your views on the response to COVID-19 and its impact on your everyday life. There are 30 questions in total, most of which are multiple choice. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete.
We would be grateful if you could also share this with other retirees.
You can access it by this link: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/D5RMR5G
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Later Life Ambitions are seeking your views on the response to COVID-19 and its impact on your everyday life. There are 30 questions in total, most of which are multiple choice. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete.
We would be grateful if you could also share this with other retirees.
You can access it by this link: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/D5RMR5G
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
10/11/20 NARPO News
Dear All,
We are aware that there have been a couple of issues with the recent edition of NARPO News. The first being that some Members have received their magazine with the covering sheet containing their personal data inserted over the rear of the magazine and exposing the front cover. This was due to our Distributors having problems with their equipment jamming. Each time this occurred a number of magazines were hand assembled. However, the staff at the Distributors incorrectly inserted the covering sheet. We first became aware of this issue as Members contacted our HQ office.
NARPO News is circulated to nearly 90000 Members and, based on the number of reported cases, it has affected a small number of that total. However, that doesn’t minimise the distress and inconvenience this has caused to those Members.
We have reported the matter to our Data Protection Officer and, as NARPO is the Data Controller, we have recorded it as a Data Breach.
NARPO staff at HQ have apologised to our Members who have been affected.
The second issue we are aware of is that some Members have received their magazines with additional sheets of paper containing the personal data of other NARPO Members i.e. the covering sheet containing the name, address and Membership number.
This also an issue with the Distributor and we first became aware of it as our Members and some Branches contacted our HQ office. We are collating these reports at HQ and asking those who have received these additional sheets to destroy them, thereby removing the continuing risk of the data breach.
The Members whose details were accidently included with other Members magazines may not have received their own copy and HQ is arranging for them to receive one.
Again, based on the number of reported cases, it has affected a relatively small number of Members.
This has also been reported to our Data Protection Officer and, as NARPO is the Data Controller, we have recorded it as second Data Breach.
With both these issues, we have been in contact with the Distributor which has taken steps to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Also, with regard to the first issue, HQ is also looking at various packaging options to ensure there isn’t a reoccurrence for future editions.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
We are aware that there have been a couple of issues with the recent edition of NARPO News. The first being that some Members have received their magazine with the covering sheet containing their personal data inserted over the rear of the magazine and exposing the front cover. This was due to our Distributors having problems with their equipment jamming. Each time this occurred a number of magazines were hand assembled. However, the staff at the Distributors incorrectly inserted the covering sheet. We first became aware of this issue as Members contacted our HQ office.
NARPO News is circulated to nearly 90000 Members and, based on the number of reported cases, it has affected a small number of that total. However, that doesn’t minimise the distress and inconvenience this has caused to those Members.
We have reported the matter to our Data Protection Officer and, as NARPO is the Data Controller, we have recorded it as a Data Breach.
NARPO staff at HQ have apologised to our Members who have been affected.
The second issue we are aware of is that some Members have received their magazines with additional sheets of paper containing the personal data of other NARPO Members i.e. the covering sheet containing the name, address and Membership number.
This also an issue with the Distributor and we first became aware of it as our Members and some Branches contacted our HQ office. We are collating these reports at HQ and asking those who have received these additional sheets to destroy them, thereby removing the continuing risk of the data breach.
The Members whose details were accidently included with other Members magazines may not have received their own copy and HQ is arranging for them to receive one.
Again, based on the number of reported cases, it has affected a relatively small number of Members.
This has also been reported to our Data Protection Officer and, as NARPO is the Data Controller, we have recorded it as second Data Breach.
With both these issues, we have been in contact with the Distributor which has taken steps to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Also, with regard to the first issue, HQ is also looking at various packaging options to ensure there isn’t a reoccurrence for future editions.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
10/11/20 Brexit Negotiation Update
Dear All,
Please see this update on the Brexit negotiations provided by Connect PA our Public affairs advisors.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see this update on the Brexit negotiations provided by Connect PA our Public affairs advisors.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
08/11/20 International Stress Awareness Week
Dear All,
Please see this information from Police Mutual in support of International Stress Awareness Week.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see this information from Police Mutual in support of International Stress Awareness Week.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
08/11/20 Limited Edition Watch
For the information of former members of the Police Superintendent's Association.
To mark 100 years since the first PSA conference Andrew Michael’s Jewellers (AMJ), partnered with Brietling, is launching a Police Superintendents' Association 100 year celebratory limited edition gents and ladies watches.
The gents, Avenger 43mm Automatic GMT can be viewed here.
The ladies Navitimer Automatic 35mm can be viewed here.
The watches feature a raised crown emblem on the dial and the PSA logo has been applied to the caseback. The caseback can also be personalised with a name and shoulder number.
AMJ will donate 1 watch for every 50 watches sold. These are normally raffled off to internal members or sold in an auction format, with funds raised donated to charity.
Expressions of interest only are being taken at this stage as a minimum order is required. To register your interest:
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
For the information of former members of the Police Superintendent's Association.
To mark 100 years since the first PSA conference Andrew Michael’s Jewellers (AMJ), partnered with Brietling, is launching a Police Superintendents' Association 100 year celebratory limited edition gents and ladies watches.
The gents, Avenger 43mm Automatic GMT can be viewed here.
The ladies Navitimer Automatic 35mm can be viewed here.
The watches feature a raised crown emblem on the dial and the PSA logo has been applied to the caseback. The caseback can also be personalised with a name and shoulder number.
AMJ will donate 1 watch for every 50 watches sold. These are normally raffled off to internal members or sold in an auction format, with funds raised donated to charity.
Expressions of interest only are being taken at this stage as a minimum order is required. To register your interest:
- Use Project Link: https://portal.andrewmichaels.co.uk/?legacy
- Use Project Promo Code: 471
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
02/11/20 RETIRED MEMBERS AND POLICE SPORT
Are you interested in improving your Health and Wellbeing?
Then why not join the TeamPolice and Police Sport UK webinar on Tuesday 8th December at 1600 Sponsored by Motorola Solutions.
The theme for the online event is: “Will the Police Covenant help increase the opportunity for sport in the police?”.
This will include a discussion on improving the opportunities for retired officers to be involved in Police sport to improve their health and wellbeing.
At our first event in October, which was very kindly sponsored by XPS, PCU and Fujitsu , key message from the discussion was that whilst we emphasise sport for all, it should also be about getting everyone from the wider police family, including retired staff, more active to encourage mental robustness as well as physical fitness.
Wellbeing Through Sport is our Mission!
TeamPolice and PSUK are passionate about promoting sport and physical activity in our police forces. We share this passion with many like-minded organisations and individuals who are keen to show their support for this important cause.
Our series of webinars aims to get the conversation going between Policing leaders and other organisations who consider sporting activity as an essential element to wellbeing in the police. Each event will consist of a short inspirational story to highlight how sport is helping our police family, followed by a panel discussion, led by senior police officers, with time for Q and A’s from the audience.
Please get involved and put your questions to our Police leaders. Click on SIGN UP NOW, fill in your details and we’ll send you the link to the webinar just before the event.
More information can be found at: https://www.teampolice.uk/webinars/
About TeamPolice
TeamPolice raises much needed funds through an innovative commercial sponsorship scheme to help improve the wellbeing of everyone who is serving and has served in our UK Police Forces by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity. Our approach to fundraising is to act fairly and transparently and in the best interests of PSUK and the police forces in general. All profits raised through TeamPolice are regularly donated to the PSUK charity. The charity is governed by a board of trustees which includes senior officers and non-serving members.
TeamPolice is the fundraising body for police sport in the UK. It is a joint venture between Police Sport UK (PSUK) and EthosVO.
PSUK represents all the Police Forces of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and provides sporting opportunities for over 300,000 serving and retired police staff.
EthosVO is a social business accelerator working in the areas of work, wellbeing and smarter living.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Are you interested in improving your Health and Wellbeing?
Then why not join the TeamPolice and Police Sport UK webinar on Tuesday 8th December at 1600 Sponsored by Motorola Solutions.
The theme for the online event is: “Will the Police Covenant help increase the opportunity for sport in the police?”.
This will include a discussion on improving the opportunities for retired officers to be involved in Police sport to improve their health and wellbeing.
At our first event in October, which was very kindly sponsored by XPS, PCU and Fujitsu , key message from the discussion was that whilst we emphasise sport for all, it should also be about getting everyone from the wider police family, including retired staff, more active to encourage mental robustness as well as physical fitness.
Wellbeing Through Sport is our Mission!
TeamPolice and PSUK are passionate about promoting sport and physical activity in our police forces. We share this passion with many like-minded organisations and individuals who are keen to show their support for this important cause.
Our series of webinars aims to get the conversation going between Policing leaders and other organisations who consider sporting activity as an essential element to wellbeing in the police. Each event will consist of a short inspirational story to highlight how sport is helping our police family, followed by a panel discussion, led by senior police officers, with time for Q and A’s from the audience.
Please get involved and put your questions to our Police leaders. Click on SIGN UP NOW, fill in your details and we’ll send you the link to the webinar just before the event.
More information can be found at: https://www.teampolice.uk/webinars/
About TeamPolice
TeamPolice raises much needed funds through an innovative commercial sponsorship scheme to help improve the wellbeing of everyone who is serving and has served in our UK Police Forces by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity. Our approach to fundraising is to act fairly and transparently and in the best interests of PSUK and the police forces in general. All profits raised through TeamPolice are regularly donated to the PSUK charity. The charity is governed by a board of trustees which includes senior officers and non-serving members.
TeamPolice is the fundraising body for police sport in the UK. It is a joint venture between Police Sport UK (PSUK) and EthosVO.
PSUK represents all the Police Forces of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and provides sporting opportunities for over 300,000 serving and retired police staff.
EthosVO is a social business accelerator working in the areas of work, wellbeing and smarter living.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
28/10/20 October Sports Club Lottery
The following members were lucky winners in the October Sports Club Lottery Draw: Horace Argyle, Michaela Phillips and P F Gartland. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the October Sports Club Lottery Draw: Horace Argyle, Michaela Phillips and P F Gartland. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/10/20 NARPO Bereavement Booklet
A copy of the booklet is now available on the Useful Info page under the heading 'Other Information'.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
A copy of the booklet is now available on the Useful Info page under the heading 'Other Information'.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/10/20 MEMBERS LIVING IN EEA AND SWITZERLAND
Hello all,
The Government have updated the guidance on Benefits and pensions for UK nationals in the EEA or Switzerland as part of the UK and EU transition.
The main points of interest are;
If you are a UK national living in an EEA state or Switzerland by 31 December 2020 you are covered by the Withdrawal Agreement You will get your UK State Pension uprated every year for as long as you continue to live there. This will happen even if you start claiming your pension on or after 1 January 2021, as long as you meet the qualifying conditions.
If you are working in the EEA or Switzerland, you will be able to count future social security contributions towards meeting the qualifying conditions for your UK State Pension.
You will continue to receive any UK benefits you already receive in the EEA or Switzerland for as long as you continue to live there, and continue to meet all other eligibility requirements.
If you are not covered by the Withdrawal Agreement and you move to live in an EEA state or Switzerland on or after 1 January 2021, your right to receive some UK benefits will change. Some benefits may only be paid for a time-limited period in these countries in future.
The government is seeking to maintain arrangements with the EU in some areas however the rules depend on the outcome of negotiations and may change. This includes:
Full details are on the link below:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/benefits-and-pensions-for-uk-nationals-in-the-eea-or-switzerland?utm_source=a02a160a-ebc5-4fd3-a120-346064997189&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hello all,
The Government have updated the guidance on Benefits and pensions for UK nationals in the EEA or Switzerland as part of the UK and EU transition.
The main points of interest are;
If you are a UK national living in an EEA state or Switzerland by 31 December 2020 you are covered by the Withdrawal Agreement You will get your UK State Pension uprated every year for as long as you continue to live there. This will happen even if you start claiming your pension on or after 1 January 2021, as long as you meet the qualifying conditions.
If you are working in the EEA or Switzerland, you will be able to count future social security contributions towards meeting the qualifying conditions for your UK State Pension.
You will continue to receive any UK benefits you already receive in the EEA or Switzerland for as long as you continue to live there, and continue to meet all other eligibility requirements.
If you are not covered by the Withdrawal Agreement and you move to live in an EEA state or Switzerland on or after 1 January 2021, your right to receive some UK benefits will change. Some benefits may only be paid for a time-limited period in these countries in future.
The government is seeking to maintain arrangements with the EU in some areas however the rules depend on the outcome of negotiations and may change. This includes:
- counting future social security contributions in the EEA and Switzerland towards meeting UK State Pension qualifying conditions
- getting your UK State Pension uprated every year in the EEA and Switzerland
Full details are on the link below:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/benefits-and-pensions-for-uk-nationals-in-the-eea-or-switzerland?utm_source=a02a160a-ebc5-4fd3-a120-346064997189&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
21/10/20 Missing in Action
Mick Baker has now produced a further article covering the 2nd World War. Both can be found here under the Photos & Articles header
Pete Wise
Mick Baker has now produced a further article covering the 2nd World War. Both can be found here under the Photos & Articles header
Pete Wise
21/10/20 Police Pension Increase
Hi all,
The September CPI has been released and stands at 0.5%.
https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/inflationandpriceindices/bulletins/consumerpriceinflation/september2020
This means that Police Pensions will increase by 0.5% in April 2021.
Cheers
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi all,
The September CPI has been released and stands at 0.5%.
https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/inflationandpriceindices/bulletins/consumerpriceinflation/september2020
This means that Police Pensions will increase by 0.5% in April 2021.
Cheers
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
14/10/20 Derbyshire member becomes Chelsea Pensioner
(click on photo for larger image)
Former soldier and Derbyshire NARPO member ex PC 1219 Ted Fell has been measured up for his 'Scarlets' and marched off to join the Chelsea Pensioners.
The new home for the Royal Artillery veteran is the Royal Hospital Chelsea - the building in 66 acres of land that was commissioned by King Charles I in 1692 for retired soldiers. It’s the home of the Royal Chelsea Flower Show.....and 300 specially picked red-coated pensioners like Ted.
A soldier for 22 years, Ted joined the regular Army after his 12 months National Service in 1957 and left the Army in 1979. Ted was soon back in uniform, joining the Derbyshire Constabulary where he served for the next 16 years. He was stationed at Chapel-en-le-Frith, New Mills and Whaley Bridge, and was well respected by all those who had the pleasure to work with him.
Ted’s wife died 2 years ago, he has kept close links to the Army and was chairman of Chapel-en-le-Frith Royal British Legion.
He had been thinking of joining the Chelsea Pensioners for a couple of years, finally applying at the start of this year. He spent four days there in May, looking over the establishment and facing an interview panel.
A short time later, a letter dropped onto the doormat of Ted’s Chapel-en-le-Frith home. He was in, and on the 12th October Ted was on his way to that new life in Chelsea.
On behalf of Derbyshire NARPO I would like to send him all our best wishes for the future.
Ian Louch
The new home for the Royal Artillery veteran is the Royal Hospital Chelsea - the building in 66 acres of land that was commissioned by King Charles I in 1692 for retired soldiers. It’s the home of the Royal Chelsea Flower Show.....and 300 specially picked red-coated pensioners like Ted.
A soldier for 22 years, Ted joined the regular Army after his 12 months National Service in 1957 and left the Army in 1979. Ted was soon back in uniform, joining the Derbyshire Constabulary where he served for the next 16 years. He was stationed at Chapel-en-le-Frith, New Mills and Whaley Bridge, and was well respected by all those who had the pleasure to work with him.
Ted’s wife died 2 years ago, he has kept close links to the Army and was chairman of Chapel-en-le-Frith Royal British Legion.
He had been thinking of joining the Chelsea Pensioners for a couple of years, finally applying at the start of this year. He spent four days there in May, looking over the establishment and facing an interview panel.
A short time later, a letter dropped onto the doormat of Ted’s Chapel-en-le-Frith home. He was in, and on the 12th October Ted was on his way to that new life in Chelsea.
On behalf of Derbyshire NARPO I would like to send him all our best wishes for the future.
Ian Louch
14/10/20 September 2020 - Sports Club Lottery
The following members were winners of the September Draw of the Sports Club Lottery. Our congratulations to them. Alan Johnson, A P Forman and R Green.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were winners of the September Draw of the Sports Club Lottery. Our congratulations to them. Alan Johnson, A P Forman and R Green.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
14/10/20 PUBLIC SECTOR PENSIONS CONSULTATION RESPONSE
Dear all,
Please find here NARPO & Police Advisory Board response to the Government consultation on Public Sector Pensions together with the final response from the Scheme Advisory Board of which we are members.
For further information see the link below to the relevant Government website page:
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/public-service-pension-schemes-consultation-changes-to-the-transitional-arrangements-to-the-2015-schemes
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Dear all,
Please find here NARPO & Police Advisory Board response to the Government consultation on Public Sector Pensions together with the final response from the Scheme Advisory Board of which we are members.
For further information see the link below to the relevant Government website page:
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/public-service-pension-schemes-consultation-changes-to-the-transitional-arrangements-to-the-2015-schemes
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
25/09/20 WASPI WOMEN LOSE PENSION CLAIM AT COURT OF APPEAL
Morning all,
See below regarding the claim against raising Women’s State Pension Age.
Women lose legal fight in Court of Appeal to lower State Pension Age to 60
The Court of Appeal has unanimously rejected an appeal by two women against the decision of the High Court in October 2019 that the mechanisms chosen by the government to implement changes which equalised the State Pension Age (SPA) between men and women over the period April 2010 to November 2018 and raised the SPA from 65 to 66, 67 or 68, depending on age, did not amount to unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age or sex under either EU law or the Human Rights Convention (R (on the application of Delve and another) v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions [2020] EWCA Civ 1199).
The Court of Appeal ruled that it was impossible to say that the government's decision to strike the balance where it did between the need to put State Pension provision on a sustainable footing and the recognition of the hardship that could result for those affected by the changes was manifestly without reasonable foundation. Despite the sympathy that the appellate judges, like the members of the High Court, felt for the appellants and other women in their position, the Court of Appeal was satisfied that this was not a case where the court could interfere with the decisions taken through the Parliamentary process.
Lawyers for the appellants, Julie Delve and Karen Glynn, had argued that the economic burden should have been shifted onto younger women who faced less social discrimination in the workplace and were likely to earn more and have better opportunities over the course of their careers. But the Court of Appeal said rising life expectancy and the growing ratio of retirees to workers meant the government had to act urgently.
As regards whether there was any legal obligation on the government to notify people of the change to their pension age, the Court of Appeal held that in any event the High Court was entitled to conclude on the evidence that the publicity campaign implemented by the DWP had been adequate and reasonable. In addition, the application for judicial review had been made substantially out of time and the long delay in bringing the proceedings would have precluded the grant of any remedy even if the grounds of challenge had been made out.
Regards
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
Morning all,
See below regarding the claim against raising Women’s State Pension Age.
Women lose legal fight in Court of Appeal to lower State Pension Age to 60
The Court of Appeal has unanimously rejected an appeal by two women against the decision of the High Court in October 2019 that the mechanisms chosen by the government to implement changes which equalised the State Pension Age (SPA) between men and women over the period April 2010 to November 2018 and raised the SPA from 65 to 66, 67 or 68, depending on age, did not amount to unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age or sex under either EU law or the Human Rights Convention (R (on the application of Delve and another) v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions [2020] EWCA Civ 1199).
The Court of Appeal ruled that it was impossible to say that the government's decision to strike the balance where it did between the need to put State Pension provision on a sustainable footing and the recognition of the hardship that could result for those affected by the changes was manifestly without reasonable foundation. Despite the sympathy that the appellate judges, like the members of the High Court, felt for the appellants and other women in their position, the Court of Appeal was satisfied that this was not a case where the court could interfere with the decisions taken through the Parliamentary process.
Lawyers for the appellants, Julie Delve and Karen Glynn, had argued that the economic burden should have been shifted onto younger women who faced less social discrimination in the workplace and were likely to earn more and have better opportunities over the course of their careers. But the Court of Appeal said rising life expectancy and the growing ratio of retirees to workers meant the government had to act urgently.
As regards whether there was any legal obligation on the government to notify people of the change to their pension age, the Court of Appeal held that in any event the High Court was entitled to conclude on the evidence that the publicity campaign implemented by the DWP had been adequate and reasonable. In addition, the application for judicial review had been made substantially out of time and the long delay in bringing the proceedings would have precluded the grant of any remedy even if the grounds of challenge had been made out.
Regards
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
11/09/20 FUTURE OF THE TRIPLE LOCK
Hi All,
Please see here an interesting briefing paper prepared by PPI on the future of the triple lock.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi All,
Please see here an interesting briefing paper prepared by PPI on the future of the triple lock.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
11/09/20 WIDOWS PENSION FOR LIFE - LEGAL CLAIM
Hi All,
Please see our website for latest information and Press coverage of our claim which has now been lodged at the High Court in Manchester.
https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
A copy of a press briefing may also be found here.
Regards
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi All,
Please see our website for latest information and Press coverage of our claim which has now been lodged at the High Court in Manchester.
https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
A copy of a press briefing may also be found here.
Regards
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
31/08/20 Retired Sports Club Members – Christmas Chatsworth Tickets 2020
Please see here for details on obtaining tickets for the Christmas period (also on Useful Info page).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Please see here for details on obtaining tickets for the Christmas period (also on Useful Info page).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/08/20 NPMD 2020: More information for you with only 6 weeks to go!
Hi all,
Please see further information below regarding National Police Memorial Day.
Regards
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
As we indicated in our previous newsletter, sadly, current circumstances mean that we cannot physically gather in the way we usually would to mark National Police Memorial Day and to share memories and support each other. However, we remain committed to our NPMD on Sunday 27th September. You may choose to join family, friends, and colleagues to watch the service in a socially-distanced gathering, or you may watch it in your own homes in quiet reflection. The service will be available from 3pm on 27th September. You can access it through any PC, Laptop, Smartphone or tablet here which will take you to the website that is hosting our event at no cost to us. You will be asked to provide your name and have the option to give an email address should you wish us to keep in touch.
There are several ways in which you can be involved in this event during the six remaining weeks and you can safely access further details by clicking on the blue underlined links.
Hi all,
Please see further information below regarding National Police Memorial Day.
Regards
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
As we indicated in our previous newsletter, sadly, current circumstances mean that we cannot physically gather in the way we usually would to mark National Police Memorial Day and to share memories and support each other. However, we remain committed to our NPMD on Sunday 27th September. You may choose to join family, friends, and colleagues to watch the service in a socially-distanced gathering, or you may watch it in your own homes in quiet reflection. The service will be available from 3pm on 27th September. You can access it through any PC, Laptop, Smartphone or tablet here which will take you to the website that is hosting our event at no cost to us. You will be asked to provide your name and have the option to give an email address should you wish us to keep in touch.
There are several ways in which you can be involved in this event during the six remaining weeks and you can safely access further details by clicking on the blue underlined links.
- You can visit the Tribute Wall to post memories and pictures of fallen police officers.
- You can light a Virtual Candle in their memory. This is hosted on the Polfed website.
- You may wish to purchase one of our specially minted Challenge Coins which National Police Memorial Day, the Police Memorial Trust and the Police Roll of Honour Trust have jointly produced. Should you purchase one (£10 each incl p&p) you may wish to hold it as an act of solidarity during the virtual Act of Remembrance. These can be ordered now through the NPMD website. You will find a link towards the bottom of the home page.
- To end the day at 8.00 p.m. on 27th September you may wish to witness a nationwide visual spectacular when the skies are lit for our emergency services workers as the British Police Symphony Orchestra plays Rick Wakeman's sparkling Dance of a Thousand Lights. You can find more information on the BPSO website.
26/08/20 August 2020 - Sports Club Lottery
The following retired members were winners in the August Sports Club Lottery: B W Grice and Ian W Bridge. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were winners in the August Sports Club Lottery: B W Grice and Ian W Bridge. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/08/20 Wellbeing and support - online resource
Dear All,
Further to the article in August’s NARPO News and the Branch Circular on the NARPO Bereavement Booklet, we have also developed an online support resource on our website to complement this information.
This webpage on our national website collates our existing website content onto a single point of reference for wellbeing and support to Members, including online resources from partner agencies: https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-and-support-when-someone-dies/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Further to the article in August’s NARPO News and the Branch Circular on the NARPO Bereavement Booklet, we have also developed an online support resource on our website to complement this information.
This webpage on our national website collates our existing website content onto a single point of reference for wellbeing and support to Members, including online resources from partner agencies: https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-and-support-when-someone-dies/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
26/08/20 PM Factsheet - Legal Matters
Dear All,
Please find here the latest Factsheet from Police Mutual
This is also on our website:
https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/ and https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-and-support-when-someone-dies/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please find here the latest Factsheet from Police Mutual
This is also on our website:
https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/ and https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-and-support-when-someone-dies/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
11/08/20 Reduced pricing & NARPO PPE discount codes
Dear All,
Please see the below for information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
I have been able to secure a better price on our high quality medical grade ear loop Type IIR surgical face masks which still includes free Royal Mail 48 delivery at an all low price of £24.95 per box of 50.
Better yet all NARPO member coupon codes will remain active.
Please find the coupon code list below as a reminder:
10 % off all PPE products – NARPO10
15 % off any 2 boxes of 50 masks – NARPO15
20 % off any 3 boxes of 50 masks or more – NARPO20
My phone is on day or night should any NARPO members or their families like further advice on PPE or experience any issues placing an order - 07999 763234
Best wishes,
Christopher
Customer Services [email protected] www.ppeuksupplier.co.uk
Dear All,
Please see the below for information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
I have been able to secure a better price on our high quality medical grade ear loop Type IIR surgical face masks which still includes free Royal Mail 48 delivery at an all low price of £24.95 per box of 50.
Better yet all NARPO member coupon codes will remain active.
Please find the coupon code list below as a reminder:
10 % off all PPE products – NARPO10
15 % off any 2 boxes of 50 masks – NARPO15
20 % off any 3 boxes of 50 masks or more – NARPO20
My phone is on day or night should any NARPO members or their families like further advice on PPE or experience any issues placing an order - 07999 763234
Best wishes,
Christopher
Customer Services [email protected] www.ppeuksupplier.co.uk
10/08/20 NATIONAL POLICE MEMORIAL DAY UPDATE
The NPMD have had to change the way we remember our fallen colleagues this year due to the pandemic.
Full information is available via our website at: https://www.narpo.org/national-police-memorial-day-2020/ or you can access the information via the Event Leaflet which tells you all about how you can be involved on the day and in the days leading up to 27th September 2020. The pre-recorded event will be released at 1500hrs on 27th September and we hope that you can find a way to get together with friends to view it. Perhaps those of you with the technology (access to the internet with decent broadband speed) can ensure that others who do not can join you to remember our fallen colleagues.
This year's event may be different but we are determined that it will be seen by as many people as possible.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
The NPMD have had to change the way we remember our fallen colleagues this year due to the pandemic.
Full information is available via our website at: https://www.narpo.org/national-police-memorial-day-2020/ or you can access the information via the Event Leaflet which tells you all about how you can be involved on the day and in the days leading up to 27th September 2020. The pre-recorded event will be released at 1500hrs on 27th September and we hope that you can find a way to get together with friends to view it. Perhaps those of you with the technology (access to the internet with decent broadband speed) can ensure that others who do not can join you to remember our fallen colleagues.
This year's event may be different but we are determined that it will be seen by as many people as possible.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
31/07/20 Petition for public enquiry
Dear All,
Please see the below email for the information of Members
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear colleagues,
I am assisting John Murray in his quest for justice for our colleague Yvonne Fletcher murdered on 17/4/1984, now 36 years ago. we have not given up on our attempts to have the suspect Saleh Ibrahim Mabrouk ( the defendant in our civil case) charged with conspiracy to murder Yvonne. At the heart of this problem is the decision of the Government to withhold certain evidence, upon which he would have been charged, on grounds of national security.
We are now mounting a petition for a public inquiry to try and have the decision to withhold that evidence reversed. We had a meeting arranged with the Prime Minister for 21/7/2020 which had to be cancelled due to world events, but it has been rescheduled for 29/9/2020. In the meantime, we are hoping that our petition will have sufficient support from the public generally, and from serving and retired officers and our civil staff in particular, to have the necessary influence to have that decision reversed.
There is a simple principle here, if the rule of law is seen not to prevail then what possible function can we, as serving or retired officers, be asked to perform. Please see our website for a link to the petition.
Yours sincerely,
Tony Bruce ex Met
Dear All,
Please see the below email for the information of Members
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear colleagues,
I am assisting John Murray in his quest for justice for our colleague Yvonne Fletcher murdered on 17/4/1984, now 36 years ago. we have not given up on our attempts to have the suspect Saleh Ibrahim Mabrouk ( the defendant in our civil case) charged with conspiracy to murder Yvonne. At the heart of this problem is the decision of the Government to withhold certain evidence, upon which he would have been charged, on grounds of national security.
We are now mounting a petition for a public inquiry to try and have the decision to withhold that evidence reversed. We had a meeting arranged with the Prime Minister for 21/7/2020 which had to be cancelled due to world events, but it has been rescheduled for 29/9/2020. In the meantime, we are hoping that our petition will have sufficient support from the public generally, and from serving and retired officers and our civil staff in particular, to have the necessary influence to have that decision reversed.
There is a simple principle here, if the rule of law is seen not to prevail then what possible function can we, as serving or retired officers, be asked to perform. Please see our website for a link to the petition.
Yours sincerely,
Tony Bruce ex Met
31/07/20 July lottery winner
Congratulations to member David Barlow who was a winner in the July Draw of the Sports Club Lottery.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Congratulations to member David Barlow who was a winner in the July Draw of the Sports Club Lottery.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
23/07/20 PM Wellbeing Factsheets
Dear All,
Please find the two latest Police Mutual Factsheets: PM NARPO mortgages BTL equity factsheet & NARPO debt factsheet
These are also on our website: https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please find the two latest Police Mutual Factsheets: PM NARPO mortgages BTL equity factsheet & NARPO debt factsheet
These are also on our website: https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
14/07/20 Police Care UK
Dear All,
Please find article from Police Care UK for information.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please find article from Police Care UK for information.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
07/07/20 Later Life Ambitions / Associated Retirement Community Operators survey
Dear All,
Later Life Ambitions is working with ARCO (the Associated Retirement Community Operators), the trade association for operators of housing-with-care developments for older people to improve our understanding of what specialist housing and support people might want in later life.
The findings of this research will be launched later in the summer and used to inform Government thinking on how to expand provision and to ensure a wider range of options for older people in future.
Members can follow the link to take part in this survey
This is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/later-life-ambitions-associated-retirement-community-operators-survey/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Later Life Ambitions is working with ARCO (the Associated Retirement Community Operators), the trade association for operators of housing-with-care developments for older people to improve our understanding of what specialist housing and support people might want in later life.
The findings of this research will be launched later in the summer and used to inform Government thinking on how to expand provision and to ensure a wider range of options for older people in future.
Members can follow the link to take part in this survey
This is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/later-life-ambitions-associated-retirement-community-operators-survey/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
03/07/20 Press Release re Police Covenant
Hi all,
See press release being sent out by Connect our Parliamentary advisors in conjunction with Dehenna Davison MP.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi all,
See press release being sent out by Connect our Parliamentary advisors in conjunction with Dehenna Davison MP.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
01/07/20 Cadet re-union at HQ 20th September 2020
The Cadet re-union which was due to take place at Derbyshire Police Headquarters on Sunday 20th September 2020 is now cancelled for the foreseeable future due to the pandemic.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The Cadet re-union which was due to take place at Derbyshire Police Headquarters on Sunday 20th September 2020 is now cancelled for the foreseeable future due to the pandemic.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
30/06/20 June Lottery winners
The following were winners in the June Sports Club Lottery: P J Tunnicliffe, Brian Coupe, Darren Price and P H Tomlinson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following were winners in the June Sports Club Lottery: P J Tunnicliffe, Brian Coupe, Darren Price and P H Tomlinson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
29/06/20 World Wellbeing Week
Last week was World Wellbeing Week and Police Mutual have provided an article for information. It is also on their website.
https://www.policemutual.co.uk/assets/activity/articles/world-wellbeing-week/
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Last week was World Wellbeing Week and Police Mutual have provided an article for information. It is also on their website.
https://www.policemutual.co.uk/assets/activity/articles/world-wellbeing-week/
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
29/06/20 Good with Wood - Contestants wanted
Please see the information on the flyer which may be of interest to Members
This is also on our website:
https://www.narpo.org/good-with-wood-contestants-wanted/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Please see the information on the flyer which may be of interest to Members
This is also on our website:
https://www.narpo.org/good-with-wood-contestants-wanted/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
21/06/20 TRAVEL INSURANCE Q and A's
Hi all,
Please see a Q and A regarding the AXAPPP/NARPO Travel Insurance and the Coronavirus outbreak.
Regards and stay safe
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Hi all,
Please see a Q and A regarding the AXAPPP/NARPO Travel Insurance and the Coronavirus outbreak.
Regards and stay safe
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
17/06/20 Support for Schools
Please see below message from Nick Orde-Powlett, Trust in Blue Services.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
We urgently need more retired police officers with DIY skills in the Derbyshire area to help us to support schools affected by the COVID-19 crisis with relief caretaker cover.
We support schools when their own site team are unwell, have left or are absent for any reason. Unfortunately many employed caretakers have been unable to return to work due to the virus and this has left a large number of schools in serious difficulty. The caretaker role is more important than ever to ensure the hygiene, safety and security of pupils and staff.
We have become inundated with requests from schools and our existing teams are already working flat out. We are now in urgent need of additional trusted and reliable competent DIYers to ensure that we can assist all of the schools who approach us. Some schools just require part time help maybe 2-3 days each week whereas others need full time weekday cover, we always try to match up assignments with people looking for that level of work. Works are usually within 20 minutes of a relief caretaker's home.
Relief caretakers do not need any related qualifications or experience but should as a minimum requirement be a competent and confident DIYers with excellent communication skills. Any prior property maintenance experience is a bonus. Tasks vary and might include; security, checking premises, alarm tests, supervising cleaning staff, driving, porterage, minor repairs and maintenance. Full training provided on site for each job.
Retired officers looking to support local schools in the Derbyshire area just need to register on our website, we will then notify them when schools need help: https://helpdesk.tibservices.co.uk/caretakers.
Kind regards,
Nick Orde-Powlett
Managing Director
TIB Services / Trust in Blue
Please see below message from Nick Orde-Powlett, Trust in Blue Services.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
We urgently need more retired police officers with DIY skills in the Derbyshire area to help us to support schools affected by the COVID-19 crisis with relief caretaker cover.
We support schools when their own site team are unwell, have left or are absent for any reason. Unfortunately many employed caretakers have been unable to return to work due to the virus and this has left a large number of schools in serious difficulty. The caretaker role is more important than ever to ensure the hygiene, safety and security of pupils and staff.
We have become inundated with requests from schools and our existing teams are already working flat out. We are now in urgent need of additional trusted and reliable competent DIYers to ensure that we can assist all of the schools who approach us. Some schools just require part time help maybe 2-3 days each week whereas others need full time weekday cover, we always try to match up assignments with people looking for that level of work. Works are usually within 20 minutes of a relief caretaker's home.
Relief caretakers do not need any related qualifications or experience but should as a minimum requirement be a competent and confident DIYers with excellent communication skills. Any prior property maintenance experience is a bonus. Tasks vary and might include; security, checking premises, alarm tests, supervising cleaning staff, driving, porterage, minor repairs and maintenance. Full training provided on site for each job.
Retired officers looking to support local schools in the Derbyshire area just need to register on our website, we will then notify them when schools need help: https://helpdesk.tibservices.co.uk/caretakers.
Kind regards,
Nick Orde-Powlett
Managing Director
TIB Services / Trust in Blue
16/06/20 Men’s Health Week 15-21 June 2020
Dear All,
Please see below from Police Mutual.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Wellbeing and health are topics that are often over-looked by men. Hardly surprising, after all wellbeing is a female topic right? Wrong:
Please see here for more information
Dear All,
Please see below from Police Mutual.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Wellbeing and health are topics that are often over-looked by men. Hardly surprising, after all wellbeing is a female topic right? Wrong:
Please see here for more information
16/06/20 Loneliness Awareness Week 15-21 June 2020
Dear All,
Please see the below for information and ongoing support to Members who are lonely.
The Minister for Civil Society and Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Baroness Barran, whose remit covers loneliness, has urged people to consider writing letters and cards to those isolating as lockdown measures are eased. This coincides with Loneliness Awareness Week which is taking place between 15-21 June 2020 and builds on the Prime Minister’s announcement last week that those living alone can form a “support bubble” with another household.
The Government also stated that if people are feeling lonely they should keep in touch with friends, family and neighbours; ask for help if they need shopping, medicine or are feeling lonely; or set a routine with online activities, regular tasks or by volunteering. A government partnership with the Post Office and Royal Mail will see a “Let’s Talk Loneliness” postmark stamped on most letters delivered during Loneliness Awareness Week (15-19 June), to raise awareness of loneliness and help tackle the stigma. This comes after new research found that 74% of people feel that writing letters has positive mental health benefits.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see the below for information and ongoing support to Members who are lonely.
The Minister for Civil Society and Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Baroness Barran, whose remit covers loneliness, has urged people to consider writing letters and cards to those isolating as lockdown measures are eased. This coincides with Loneliness Awareness Week which is taking place between 15-21 June 2020 and builds on the Prime Minister’s announcement last week that those living alone can form a “support bubble” with another household.
The Government also stated that if people are feeling lonely they should keep in touch with friends, family and neighbours; ask for help if they need shopping, medicine or are feeling lonely; or set a routine with online activities, regular tasks or by volunteering. A government partnership with the Post Office and Royal Mail will see a “Let’s Talk Loneliness” postmark stamped on most letters delivered during Loneliness Awareness Week (15-19 June), to raise awareness of loneliness and help tackle the stigma. This comes after new research found that 74% of people feel that writing letters has positive mental health benefits.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
15/06/20 Warning re potential Covid-19 scam
I have received a warning about a scam telephone call that allegedly has been made. The caller stated that he was from “NHS Track and Trace” and said that the person being called (recipient) had been identified as having been in contact with a person who has Covid-19 and that the recipient must be tested for it. After further conversation when personal details were asked for came the punch line when the caller asked for a card payment of £50 to pay for the test and the test results. Despite the recipient saying that he was under the impression that it was a free service provided by the NHS, the caller was persistent and went on to demand a card number, at which point the call recipient put the phone down.
Should you receive a telephone call along these lines, asking for payment do not provide any personal or financial information. The Track and Trace system is being done by the NHS and is completely free. Do not divulge any credit/debit card details or make any arrangements to pay any money.
Dave Ashley (Chair)
I have received a warning about a scam telephone call that allegedly has been made. The caller stated that he was from “NHS Track and Trace” and said that the person being called (recipient) had been identified as having been in contact with a person who has Covid-19 and that the recipient must be tested for it. After further conversation when personal details were asked for came the punch line when the caller asked for a card payment of £50 to pay for the test and the test results. Despite the recipient saying that he was under the impression that it was a free service provided by the NHS, the caller was persistent and went on to demand a card number, at which point the call recipient put the phone down.
Should you receive a telephone call along these lines, asking for payment do not provide any personal or financial information. The Track and Trace system is being done by the NHS and is completely free. Do not divulge any credit/debit card details or make any arrangements to pay any money.
Dave Ashley (Chair)
11/06/20 NARPO Parliamentary Questions
We recently formulated some Parliamentary questions on mental health and wellbeing which Dehenna Davison MP kindly tabled on our behalf and these have now been answered.
Please note that all the questions received the same answer which I’ve included below:
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to support the mental wellbeing of retired police officers.
Police: Mental Health
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the long-term effect on a person's mental health and wellbeing of serving in the police.
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of including support for the mental health of retired police officers through the proposed Police Covenant.
Police: Re-employment
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the effect of the covid-19 pandemic on the mental health and wellbeing of recently retired police officers who have re-joined forces during that outbreak.
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what plans her Department has to offer mental health and wellbeing support to police officers on retirement.
Answered by Minister for Policing and the Fire Service, Kit Malthouse:
The Government takes the mental health and wellbeing of our police extremely seriously and we understand that the current crisis will have an impact on all of those working in policing, including those who have re-joined forces to support the response to Covid-19.
We have invested in programmes which offer help directly to police officers and staff. This includes £7.5 million to fund the development of the National Police Wellbeing Service (NPWS), which was launched in April 2019.
The NPWS has developed evidence-based guidance, advice, tools and resources which can be accessed by forces, as well as individual officers and staff. This helps Chief Constables in their duty to ensure the wellbeing of all officers and staff, by signposting to relevant services and additional support.
However, we want to go further, and have therefore accelerated work to introduce a Police Covenant, recognising the service and sacrifice of those who work, or have worked, in policing and to deliver the practical support they need. The key areas of focus will be physical protection, health and wellbeing and support for families.
Following an 8-week public consultation on the principle and scope of the Police Covenant, we are currently analysing the responses and intend to publish our response during the summer. Mental health and wellbeing support specifically for retired officers, including any additional needs as a result of the Covid-19 response, will be considered as part of this.
The Police Covenant will be put into law as part of the Police Protection and Powers Bill announced in the Queen’s Speech; we aim to introduce the Bill later this session.
Whilst this doesn’t fully answer all the questions posed it nevertheless has put the wellbeing of retired police officers firmly in the thinking of the Home Office and we will look to raise the issue whenever possible with a view to ensuring that the Police Covenant provides support for retired police officers.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
We recently formulated some Parliamentary questions on mental health and wellbeing which Dehenna Davison MP kindly tabled on our behalf and these have now been answered.
Please note that all the questions received the same answer which I’ve included below:
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to support the mental wellbeing of retired police officers.
Police: Mental Health
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the long-term effect on a person's mental health and wellbeing of serving in the police.
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of including support for the mental health of retired police officers through the proposed Police Covenant.
Police: Re-employment
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the effect of the covid-19 pandemic on the mental health and wellbeing of recently retired police officers who have re-joined forces during that outbreak.
Police: Retirement
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what plans her Department has to offer mental health and wellbeing support to police officers on retirement.
Answered by Minister for Policing and the Fire Service, Kit Malthouse:
The Government takes the mental health and wellbeing of our police extremely seriously and we understand that the current crisis will have an impact on all of those working in policing, including those who have re-joined forces to support the response to Covid-19.
We have invested in programmes which offer help directly to police officers and staff. This includes £7.5 million to fund the development of the National Police Wellbeing Service (NPWS), which was launched in April 2019.
The NPWS has developed evidence-based guidance, advice, tools and resources which can be accessed by forces, as well as individual officers and staff. This helps Chief Constables in their duty to ensure the wellbeing of all officers and staff, by signposting to relevant services and additional support.
However, we want to go further, and have therefore accelerated work to introduce a Police Covenant, recognising the service and sacrifice of those who work, or have worked, in policing and to deliver the practical support they need. The key areas of focus will be physical protection, health and wellbeing and support for families.
Following an 8-week public consultation on the principle and scope of the Police Covenant, we are currently analysing the responses and intend to publish our response during the summer. Mental health and wellbeing support specifically for retired officers, including any additional needs as a result of the Covid-19 response, will be considered as part of this.
The Police Covenant will be put into law as part of the Police Protection and Powers Bill announced in the Queen’s Speech; we aim to introduce the Bill later this session.
Whilst this doesn’t fully answer all the questions posed it nevertheless has put the wellbeing of retired police officers firmly in the thinking of the Home Office and we will look to raise the issue whenever possible with a view to ensuring that the Police Covenant provides support for retired police officers.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
10/06/20 PPE
Dear All,
Please see the below email for information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
My father is a retired police officer and a fellow NARPO branch member. He wanted me to forward you my medical PPE company website, should any of your members be finding it difficult in obtaining medical grade PPE masks and face visors due to the shortages that many industries nationwide are now experiencing.
We generally supply to health care professional organisations, however my company is happy to assist and to supply your members and their families with smaller orders including free delivery (via Royal Mail 48) during this difficult time. Please find the link to my website below:
www.ppeuksupplier.co.uk
Should you have any questions or queries, please find my contact details within my signature.
Thank you and stay safe.
Kind Regards
Chris Dye
PPE UK Supplier
tel: 07999 763234
Dear All,
Please see the below email for information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
My father is a retired police officer and a fellow NARPO branch member. He wanted me to forward you my medical PPE company website, should any of your members be finding it difficult in obtaining medical grade PPE masks and face visors due to the shortages that many industries nationwide are now experiencing.
We generally supply to health care professional organisations, however my company is happy to assist and to supply your members and their families with smaller orders including free delivery (via Royal Mail 48) during this difficult time. Please find the link to my website below:
www.ppeuksupplier.co.uk
Should you have any questions or queries, please find my contact details within my signature.
Thank you and stay safe.
Kind Regards
Chris Dye
PPE UK Supplier
tel: 07999 763234
05/06/20 Police Mutual & Royal London
Dear All,
Please see this information in relation to Police Mutual's proposal to become part of Royal London.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see this information in relation to Police Mutual's proposal to become part of Royal London.
Regards,
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
05/06/20 Important update regarding Group Travel Insurance
Morning All,
Please see this important updated document regarding the Group Travel Insurance.
Important information about AXA PPP healthcare Annual Travel Insurance
These are challenging and uncertain times. And, at AXA PPP healthcare, we are committed to pulling together with our members, partners and colleagues to find the right way through for all of us. We understand travel options are restricted right now. With that in mind, you will need to consider whether our annual travel insurance meets your travel needs for the coming year.
In response to the current circumstances we’ve set out some additional options and specific considerations for you to think about. Update 1st June 2020
Important information about AXA PPP healthcare Annual Travel Insurance
In response to the current circumstances we’ve set out some additional options and specific considerations for you to think about.
You can view this on our website at: https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Regards and stay safe.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
Morning All,
Please see this important updated document regarding the Group Travel Insurance.
Important information about AXA PPP healthcare Annual Travel Insurance
These are challenging and uncertain times. And, at AXA PPP healthcare, we are committed to pulling together with our members, partners and colleagues to find the right way through for all of us. We understand travel options are restricted right now. With that in mind, you will need to consider whether our annual travel insurance meets your travel needs for the coming year.
In response to the current circumstances we’ve set out some additional options and specific considerations for you to think about. Update 1st June 2020
Important information about AXA PPP healthcare Annual Travel Insurance
In response to the current circumstances we’ve set out some additional options and specific considerations for you to think about.
You can view this on our website at: https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Regards and stay safe.
Steve Edwards (CEO NARPO)
27/05/20 May lottery winners
In the Sports Club Lottery Draw for the month of May the following were lucky winners: MIck Hardwick and R M Marsden. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
In the Sports Club Lottery Draw for the month of May the following were lucky winners: MIck Hardwick and R M Marsden. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
21/05/20 Mental Health Awareness Week - Police Mutual Factsheets
Dear All
As you will be aware, this week is Mental Health Awareness Week.
As part of raising awareness of these important issues, Police Mutual has produced three Factsheets, specific to Mental Health and COVID-19: Looking after you own mental health, Supporting others & Supporting children. These have also been sent by PM to Police Forces and are on our website-
https://www.narpo.org/homepage/coronavirus-branch-knowledge-and-best-practice-hub/
https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy CEO NARPO)
Dear All
As you will be aware, this week is Mental Health Awareness Week.
As part of raising awareness of these important issues, Police Mutual has produced three Factsheets, specific to Mental Health and COVID-19: Looking after you own mental health, Supporting others & Supporting children. These have also been sent by PM to Police Forces and are on our website-
https://www.narpo.org/homepage/coronavirus-branch-knowledge-and-best-practice-hub/
https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy CEO NARPO)
06/05/20 April Lottery winners
The following retired members were lucky in the April Draw of the Sports Club Lottery: J M Vallack, J T Orrell and Kevin Marples. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were lucky in the April Draw of the Sports Club Lottery: J M Vallack, J T Orrell and Kevin Marples. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
14/04/20 Police Mutual COVID-19 Factsheet
Dear All,
Please see this Factsheet which is also on our website as part of our Coronavirus Branch Knowledge and Best Practice Hub https://www.narpo.org/homepage/coronavirus-branch-knowledge-and-best-practice-hub/
It is also with the other PM Wellbeing Factsheets https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
The Factsheet will also feature in the next edition of NARPO News.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep C/Exec NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see this Factsheet which is also on our website as part of our Coronavirus Branch Knowledge and Best Practice Hub https://www.narpo.org/homepage/coronavirus-branch-knowledge-and-best-practice-hub/
It is also with the other PM Wellbeing Factsheets https://www.narpo.org/wellbeing-factsheets/
The Factsheet will also feature in the next edition of NARPO News.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Dep C/Exec NARPO)
31/03/20 Travel insurance with Narpo - AXA PPP
Members of the above travel insurance scheme are receiving letters to renew travel insurance as of the 1st May. Apparently it has increased quite substantially. Many are thinking whether or not to renew due to the travel ban. All I can say is that renewal is a matter for individual members as today AXA have sent the following statement to NARPO headquarters
"The Executive Committee at AXA PPP healthcare have made their decision today to cease offering new travel policy access with immediate effect on all Affinity schemes until further notice".
Basically this means that if you do not renew you may not be able to rejoin the scheme at a later date. I hope this helps when making a decision to renew or not.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Members of the above travel insurance scheme are receiving letters to renew travel insurance as of the 1st May. Apparently it has increased quite substantially. Many are thinking whether or not to renew due to the travel ban. All I can say is that renewal is a matter for individual members as today AXA have sent the following statement to NARPO headquarters
"The Executive Committee at AXA PPP healthcare have made their decision today to cease offering new travel policy access with immediate effect on all Affinity schemes until further notice".
Basically this means that if you do not renew you may not be able to rejoin the scheme at a later date. I hope this helps when making a decision to renew or not.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
31/03/20 March Lottery
There were no retired member winners of the March Sports Club Lottery.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
There were no retired member winners of the March Sports Club Lottery.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
27/03/20 Coronavirus- Retired Police Officers
During this national Public Health Emergency, we have received some requests for clarification of NARPO’s position on the use of retired Police officers, on a voluntary basis or potentially re-joining the Police Service in some capacity or as a Police officer.
There has been a suggestion in an article from a former MPS Commissioner, and also from the current Commissioner, that retired police officers could be used in some capacity
NARPO members account for approximately two thirds of all retired Police officers. Our view is that we know that many retired police officers already perform voluntary work for Police Forces throughout the country.
We agree that retired police officers have certain skills and experience which could assist the Police in these extraordinary and difficult times. However, we are also mindful that many of those retired officers will also fall into the vulnerable category because of their age or health. For NARPO, our members’ personal health and well-being is a primary concern.
We are also aware of many local NARPO Branches providing support to their vulnerable Members and our Business Support and Communications is putting together a guide that Branches can use.
Re-joining the Police
There are two ways to re-join the Police Service, either retiring and re-joining in a role which is materially different from that of a Police officer, or re-joining the Police as a Police Officer.
On the former there is information on our website- https://www.narpo.org/taxation-pension-entitlement-following-re-employment/
As Regulations stand, if someone wishes to re-join as a Police Officer, the Police pension would be abated i.e. the person would stop receiving it until they retire again from the Police.
The pension would still increase in line with CPI.
There is one Force, and there may be others, which has a scheme for re-joining the Police. However, there is no national guidance, as yet.
There are also some Forces which are asking for volunteers
Members should be directed to their individual Forces, should they wish to find further information on volunteering or re-joining the Police service.
We feel it is for each retired officer to make their own decision whether they wish to volunteer or not, taking into account their own individual circumstances and we would fully support those who wish to volunteer to assist the Police service and help the vulnerable at this challenging time.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
During this national Public Health Emergency, we have received some requests for clarification of NARPO’s position on the use of retired Police officers, on a voluntary basis or potentially re-joining the Police Service in some capacity or as a Police officer.
There has been a suggestion in an article from a former MPS Commissioner, and also from the current Commissioner, that retired police officers could be used in some capacity
NARPO members account for approximately two thirds of all retired Police officers. Our view is that we know that many retired police officers already perform voluntary work for Police Forces throughout the country.
We agree that retired police officers have certain skills and experience which could assist the Police in these extraordinary and difficult times. However, we are also mindful that many of those retired officers will also fall into the vulnerable category because of their age or health. For NARPO, our members’ personal health and well-being is a primary concern.
We are also aware of many local NARPO Branches providing support to their vulnerable Members and our Business Support and Communications is putting together a guide that Branches can use.
Re-joining the Police
There are two ways to re-join the Police Service, either retiring and re-joining in a role which is materially different from that of a Police officer, or re-joining the Police as a Police Officer.
On the former there is information on our website- https://www.narpo.org/taxation-pension-entitlement-following-re-employment/
As Regulations stand, if someone wishes to re-join as a Police Officer, the Police pension would be abated i.e. the person would stop receiving it until they retire again from the Police.
The pension would still increase in line with CPI.
There is one Force, and there may be others, which has a scheme for re-joining the Police. However, there is no national guidance, as yet.
There are also some Forces which are asking for volunteers
Members should be directed to their individual Forces, should they wish to find further information on volunteering or re-joining the Police service.
We feel it is for each retired officer to make their own decision whether they wish to volunteer or not, taking into account their own individual circumstances and we would fully support those who wish to volunteer to assist the Police service and help the vulnerable at this challenging time.
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
27/03/20 Funerals
It has been brought to attention that Churches and Crematoria are restricting the numbers of mourners to close family members and then only in the region of 5 in number. The next funeral is ex PC Philip Lowe's on the 31st March at Bramcote Crematorium. They are imposing the above restrictions.
Very sad for the family. So keep safe, stay at home.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
It has been brought to attention that Churches and Crematoria are restricting the numbers of mourners to close family members and then only in the region of 5 in number. The next funeral is ex PC Philip Lowe's on the 31st March at Bramcote Crematorium. They are imposing the above restrictions.
Very sad for the family. So keep safe, stay at home.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
25/03/20 Cadet Reunion
Please see below message from Mick.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Given that the pandemic could last for several months there’s a good chance we will have to postpone the 1960's Cadets Reunion planned for September 20th.
For the time being though, I propose we adopt a ‘wait and see‘ approach and make a decision at the end of June. HQ are ok with that as far as the venue is concerned.
We have 35 'signed up' so far & awaiting a decision from 7 others. Still quite a few to contact.
Mick McEllhinney
Please see below message from Mick.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Given that the pandemic could last for several months there’s a good chance we will have to postpone the 1960's Cadets Reunion planned for September 20th.
For the time being though, I propose we adopt a ‘wait and see‘ approach and make a decision at the end of June. HQ are ok with that as far as the venue is concerned.
We have 35 'signed up' so far & awaiting a decision from 7 others. Still quite a few to contact.
Mick McEllhinney
19/03/20 Closure of Force Gyms
Please see below information from Force HQ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Due to the current coronavirus outbreak all gyms across the force are now closed. This move has been taken by Gold command in line with the
Government advice. You can find out more about how to exercise from home - without the need for equipment via the NHS website. This document provides further information and has been circulated on the Force Intranet.
Please see below information from Force HQ.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Due to the current coronavirus outbreak all gyms across the force are now closed. This move has been taken by Gold command in line with the
Government advice. You can find out more about how to exercise from home - without the need for equipment via the NHS website. This document provides further information and has been circulated on the Force Intranet.
19/03/20 CLOSURE OF THE PTC FOR TREATMENT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Dear All,
Please see here for more information from the PTC regarding closure
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
Dear All,
Please see here for more information from the PTC regarding closure
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
18/03/20 Cancellation of NARPO events
Dear All,
The Annual Report is being posted out this week and members should be receiving it by the weekend. Since preparing it and having it printed the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic has taken a turn for the worse, nationally and internationally. I spoke with Headquarters with regard to our use of HQ for the next Annual General Meeting in the Atrium on Sunday 10th May. They have cancelled the use of HQ by outside bodies for the present. Unfortunately, but in view of the fact that most of our membership are ‘at risk’, it leaves us with no other option than to cancel the AGM.
We will appraise the situation and keep you posted. The knock on effect is that we have cancelled all the coach trips, the May lunch on the 13th May at Lumb Farm and the Buxton social on the 12th June. We had arranged the Chesterfield Social for the 24th June, which was placed on the Annual Report at the very last minute and we have had to postpone it until a future date. The Glossop Social hasn’t even got off the ground. With regard to the Derby Social in October, we will keep you advised.
I ask if you know any members who do not have access to the internet just let them know about the cancellations/postponements.
Our message should be one of reassurance. In our times in the police service we have faced many challenges and come through. With that spirit and allied to the aims of NARPO let us endeavour to continue in that way.
Keep safe, wash your hands and don’t forget to keep in touch by phone, email, website and facebook. Please contact the Branch if you are in need, or if you know a colleague who is likely to be in need but may be too proud to ask. Additionally, if you think you might be able to assist by supporting other elderly and vulnerable NARPO members, I would appreciate if you could make yourself known and contact the Secretary at [email protected] and we will endeavour to help and assist.
Regards,
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Dear All,
The Annual Report is being posted out this week and members should be receiving it by the weekend. Since preparing it and having it printed the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic has taken a turn for the worse, nationally and internationally. I spoke with Headquarters with regard to our use of HQ for the next Annual General Meeting in the Atrium on Sunday 10th May. They have cancelled the use of HQ by outside bodies for the present. Unfortunately, but in view of the fact that most of our membership are ‘at risk’, it leaves us with no other option than to cancel the AGM.
We will appraise the situation and keep you posted. The knock on effect is that we have cancelled all the coach trips, the May lunch on the 13th May at Lumb Farm and the Buxton social on the 12th June. We had arranged the Chesterfield Social for the 24th June, which was placed on the Annual Report at the very last minute and we have had to postpone it until a future date. The Glossop Social hasn’t even got off the ground. With regard to the Derby Social in October, we will keep you advised.
I ask if you know any members who do not have access to the internet just let them know about the cancellations/postponements.
Our message should be one of reassurance. In our times in the police service we have faced many challenges and come through. With that spirit and allied to the aims of NARPO let us endeavour to continue in that way.
Keep safe, wash your hands and don’t forget to keep in touch by phone, email, website and facebook. Please contact the Branch if you are in need, or if you know a colleague who is likely to be in need but may be too proud to ask. Additionally, if you think you might be able to assist by supporting other elderly and vulnerable NARPO members, I would appreciate if you could make yourself known and contact the Secretary at [email protected] and we will endeavour to help and assist.
Regards,
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
18/03/20 NARPO Group Travel Insurance
Please see the latest advice regarding the Travel Insurance.
https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Any queries should be directed to Towergate
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
Please see the latest advice regarding the Travel Insurance.
https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Any queries should be directed to Towergate
Regards,
Alan Lees (Deputy C/Exec NARPO)
10/03/20 Derbyshire Constabulary - Force Headquarters Open Day
I have been approached to see if any members of NARPO would be prepared to volunteer at a Force Open Day being planned for Saturday 15th August 2020 (Provisional date at this stage). The request is for people who are willing and able to assist with directing traffic onto and around the Headquarters site before, during and after the event.
Overall assistance will be needed from approx. 8am to 5pm or 6pm but volunteers can opt to work whatever hours they are available for during these times.
Anyone interested please contact Dave Ashley at [email protected]
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I have been approached to see if any members of NARPO would be prepared to volunteer at a Force Open Day being planned for Saturday 15th August 2020 (Provisional date at this stage). The request is for people who are willing and able to assist with directing traffic onto and around the Headquarters site before, during and after the event.
Overall assistance will be needed from approx. 8am to 5pm or 6pm but volunteers can opt to work whatever hours they are available for during these times.
Anyone interested please contact Dave Ashley at [email protected]
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
04/03/20 February Lottery
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club Lottery February Draw: D. Eley, D. Walters (Twice) and A. Price.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club Lottery February Draw: D. Eley, D. Walters (Twice) and A. Price.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
02/03/20 Appeal for Kidney Donor
Please see below message from John Birkenshaw Leeds NARPO – Secretary.
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
I am writing in my capacity of Secretary of the Leeds Branch of NARPO with an Appeal from a Leeds member’s son who is living in Australia. He has stage 5 kidney disease and a transplant is the only long term solution. Full details of the appeal can be found here.
The family are willing to fund FULL COSTS e.g. air fare, full medical costs, loss of income, subsequent accommodation and living expenses for as long as it takes for fully recovery for travel purposes.
If anyone wishes to respond to this appeal, please contact me Tel: 07791 864260 or Email: [email protected]
Many thanks,
John Birkenshaw
Please see below message from John Birkenshaw Leeds NARPO – Secretary.
Steve Edwards (C/Exec NARPO)
I am writing in my capacity of Secretary of the Leeds Branch of NARPO with an Appeal from a Leeds member’s son who is living in Australia. He has stage 5 kidney disease and a transplant is the only long term solution. Full details of the appeal can be found here.
The family are willing to fund FULL COSTS e.g. air fare, full medical costs, loss of income, subsequent accommodation and living expenses for as long as it takes for fully recovery for travel purposes.
If anyone wishes to respond to this appeal, please contact me Tel: 07791 864260 or Email: [email protected]
Many thanks,
John Birkenshaw
21/02/20 Volunteers needed
Please see below message from Dave Blundell (Engagement Officer for Police Care UK).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Police Care UK is a regeneration of The Police Dependants Trust, and I would highlight that it operates to assist both serving and retired police officers or police staff, (or their immediate families) across all UK police forces. It provides emotional, practical, and financial assistance to individuals within the police family who have been harmed as a result of policing, and are in crisis. It is an entirely independent organisation, and we do not share any personal information with anyone.
We are supported in our work and assisted greatly by our fantastic volunteers;
More information about these roles can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/roles/
You may also be aware that we are recruiting volunteers at the moment across the UK, and some members may have already registered for one of the introduction days, which is great. There are places left on most of these events, please see advert.
More details, and the registration form can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/
Dave Blundell
(Engagement Officer for Police Care UK)
Please see below message from Dave Blundell (Engagement Officer for Police Care UK).
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Police Care UK is a regeneration of The Police Dependants Trust, and I would highlight that it operates to assist both serving and retired police officers or police staff, (or their immediate families) across all UK police forces. It provides emotional, practical, and financial assistance to individuals within the police family who have been harmed as a result of policing, and are in crisis. It is an entirely independent organisation, and we do not share any personal information with anyone.
We are supported in our work and assisted greatly by our fantastic volunteers;
- Champions; Who would advise others that Police Care UK exist, and what we do.
- Ambassadors; Who would be a point of contact for others, and perhaps attend meetings or conferences to represent Police Care UK.
- Support Volunteers; Who would typically assist potential beneficiaries who have requested assistance on behalf of Police Care UK, and are in need.
More information about these roles can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/roles/
You may also be aware that we are recruiting volunteers at the moment across the UK, and some members may have already registered for one of the introduction days, which is great. There are places left on most of these events, please see advert.
More details, and the registration form can be found here: https://www.policecare.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/
Dave Blundell
(Engagement Officer for Police Care UK)
29/01/20 Sports Club Lottery Draw for January 2020
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club Lottery Draw for January 2020. E Law, D L Robson, G W Dean, Julie Rossington and S D Beeson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Sports Club Lottery Draw for January 2020. E Law, D L Robson, G W Dean, Julie Rossington and S D Beeson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/01/20 Sports Club Lottery
In the December Sports Club Lottery Draw, the following retired members were lucky winners: M. Robson and Ethel Fryer. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
In the December Sports Club Lottery Draw, the following retired members were lucky winners: M. Robson and Ethel Fryer. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)