2022 News Archive
21/12/22 Widows/Widowers Pension For Life Appeal Update
Good Afternoon All,
An update on the Widows/Widowers Pension For Life campaign.
The Court of Appeal has now ruled against NARPO, stating that that the policy decision made by the Home Secretary not to retrospectively repeal Regulation C9 could, on balance, be justified. Please Click Here to read the full judgement. Click Here for the Press Release.
Kind Regards,
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (NARPO Marketing Manager)
Good Afternoon All,
An update on the Widows/Widowers Pension For Life campaign.
The Court of Appeal has now ruled against NARPO, stating that that the policy decision made by the Home Secretary not to retrospectively repeal Regulation C9 could, on balance, be justified. Please Click Here to read the full judgement. Click Here for the Press Release.
Kind Regards,
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (NARPO Marketing Manager)
15/12/22 Christmas lottery winners
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Christmas Lottery Draw
L C Smith, Michaela Phillips, Barry Thacker, Mick Philbin, Milton T Wright, Russell B Garner, Beryl Beresford and M D Barker.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Christmas Lottery Draw
L C Smith, Michaela Phillips, Barry Thacker, Mick Philbin, Milton T Wright, Russell B Garner, Beryl Beresford and M D Barker.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
01/12/22 Widows/ Widowers Pension for Life - Update
Dear Colleague
Please see the attached update from our legal team on yesterday’s Court of Appeal Hearing-
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear Colleague
Please see the attached update from our legal team on yesterday’s Court of Appeal Hearing-
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
29/11/22 November Lottery Draw
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Constabulary Sports Club Lottery in the November Draw: A A Wilson, Keith J Colton, A Cumberlidge, Bevan Hind and Russell B Garner. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following retired members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Constabulary Sports Club Lottery in the November Draw: A A Wilson, Keith J Colton, A Cumberlidge, Bevan Hind and Russell B Garner. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
14/11/22 NARPO Travel insurance
As of now, Towergate, our Travel Insurance provider, has provided a separate telephone number for Travel Insurance:
Travel Insurance - 02380 174065 (new Number)
Private medical insurance – 0800 3897724 (no change)
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
As of now, Towergate, our Travel Insurance provider, has provided a separate telephone number for Travel Insurance:
Travel Insurance - 02380 174065 (new Number)
Private medical insurance – 0800 3897724 (no change)
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
11/11/22 New Partnership: The Company Shop
I am delighted to announce NARPO have partnered with The Company Shop to offer free membership for NARPO members. The Company Shop is a supermarket that offers surplus products at heavily discounted prices, exclusively to select public sector workers (Emergency Services, Charities, The Armed Forces and FMCG workers). I hope this new partnership will help ease some of the financial pressure NARPO members face with the rising cost of living. More information and locations can be found here: https://www.narpo.org/leisure/membership-organisations-2/company-shop-group/
We will be officially launching the partnership across the NARPO and Company Shop social platforms at 10am Friday, 11.11.2022.
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (NARPO Marketing Manager)
I am delighted to announce NARPO have partnered with The Company Shop to offer free membership for NARPO members. The Company Shop is a supermarket that offers surplus products at heavily discounted prices, exclusively to select public sector workers (Emergency Services, Charities, The Armed Forces and FMCG workers). I hope this new partnership will help ease some of the financial pressure NARPO members face with the rising cost of living. More information and locations can be found here: https://www.narpo.org/leisure/membership-organisations-2/company-shop-group/
We will be officially launching the partnership across the NARPO and Company Shop social platforms at 10am Friday, 11.11.2022.
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (NARPO Marketing Manager)
09/11/22 NARPO Villas
Dear Colleague
I have been in email contact with Lord Wolf who owns the Villa Scylla properties in Italy and also Villa Endymion in the Netherlands.
Over recent years, NARPO Members have been given the opportunity to stay at these properties due to Lord Wolf’s generosity.
The current situation is that the Villa Scylla properties are in the process of being sold privately . The Villa Endymion is being used to house Ukrainian refugees, and may also be sold. Therefore, neither will be available for NARPO Members.
Lord Wolf will keep me updated with progress.
I have updated our website- https://www.narpo.org/narpo-villas/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear Colleague
I have been in email contact with Lord Wolf who owns the Villa Scylla properties in Italy and also Villa Endymion in the Netherlands.
Over recent years, NARPO Members have been given the opportunity to stay at these properties due to Lord Wolf’s generosity.
The current situation is that the Villa Scylla properties are in the process of being sold privately . The Villa Endymion is being used to house Ukrainian refugees, and may also be sold. Therefore, neither will be available for NARPO Members.
Lord Wolf will keep me updated with progress.
I have updated our website- https://www.narpo.org/narpo-villas/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
08/11/22 Derbyshire Police Awards Ceremony
The Derbyshire Branch of NARPO sponsor the Community Police Officer of the Year and at the Awards Ceremony held at Pride Park, Derby on the 2nd November 2022, our Chair Dave Ashley presented the Trophy to PC Justin Baker. Justin is a member of the North East Derbyshire Safer Neighbourhood Team. Our congratulations to him.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The Derbyshire Branch of NARPO sponsor the Community Police Officer of the Year and at the Awards Ceremony held at Pride Park, Derby on the 2nd November 2022, our Chair Dave Ashley presented the Trophy to PC Justin Baker. Justin is a member of the North East Derbyshire Safer Neighbourhood Team. Our congratulations to him.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/10/22 October Lottery
The following members were lucky winners in the October Draw of the Sports Club Lottery: Kim Spicer, A V Schofield, M Beer, D N Hollands and Michael A Flint. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the October Draw of the Sports Club Lottery: Kim Spicer, A V Schofield, M Beer, D N Hollands and Michael A Flint. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
19/10/22 Thank you letter from Ashgate Hospice
At the Chesterfield Social held on the 16th September 2022 at the Riverside Club, a raffle was held with the proceeds going to Ashgate Hospice. £150 was raised which our Chair Dave Ashley handed to Ashgate Hospice and attached is a letter of thanks from them. Thank you to all who came to the Social and participated in the Raffle. Frank Handford who has recently resigned from the Branch Committee suggested any raffle proceeds went to Ashgate Hospice and he donated cash in lieu of a gift to him, so they received £175 in total from NARPO.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
At the Chesterfield Social held on the 16th September 2022 at the Riverside Club, a raffle was held with the proceeds going to Ashgate Hospice. £150 was raised which our Chair Dave Ashley handed to Ashgate Hospice and attached is a letter of thanks from them. Thank you to all who came to the Social and participated in the Raffle. Frank Handford who has recently resigned from the Branch Committee suggested any raffle proceeds went to Ashgate Hospice and he donated cash in lieu of a gift to him, so they received £175 in total from NARPO.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
27/09/22 September Lottery Winners
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for September, 2022: Sean Murphy, PNW Wilson, RH Gregory, Peter Lewis, H Stephenson, Christopher Bradley and J. Hulme. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for September, 2022: Sean Murphy, PNW Wilson, RH Gregory, Peter Lewis, H Stephenson, Christopher Bradley and J. Hulme. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
31/08/22 NARPO New Horizons August 2022
Please see attached latest copy of New Horizons. The link to the Disability Rights Survey in the newsletter is incorrect. If you want to take part in the survey please use this link.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Please see attached latest copy of New Horizons. The link to the Disability Rights Survey in the newsletter is incorrect. If you want to take part in the survey please use this link.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
26/08/22 Widows and Widowers Pension for Life
Dear Colleague
We have today received notice that the Appeal has been listed to be heard in the Royal Courts of Justice either on 29-11-2022 or on 30-11-2022, with a time estimate of one day. The hearing will take place in a courtroom open to the public.
This information is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear Colleague
We have today received notice that the Appeal has been listed to be heard in the Royal Courts of Justice either on 29-11-2022 or on 30-11-2022, with a time estimate of one day. The hearing will take place in a courtroom open to the public.
This information is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
26/08/22 August lottery winners
The following were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Police Sports Club Lottery Draw for August 2022: K. Loftus, NHG Brockett, Chris Hyatt, PH Tomlinson, Haydn Tanner, E W Furlong-Taylor and Kathryn Lucas-Yates.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Police Sports Club Lottery Draw for August 2022: K. Loftus, NHG Brockett, Chris Hyatt, PH Tomlinson, Haydn Tanner, E W Furlong-Taylor and Kathryn Lucas-Yates.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
10/08/22 Fully funded training.
Pleased see below, it may be of interest to members but we are unable to confirm it's bone fide.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Do you or your team have a training requirement?
Thanks to government funding, we can offer you or your team a free nationally accredited distance learning course. These courses are great for personal development, confidence, and a great way to improve your CPD in the comfort of your own home or workplace.
The courses we offer take around 30 hours in total to complete and you will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate from TQUK, CACHE, or NCFE at the end of the course. You will also have online or over the phone tutor support throughout your learning journey.
To be eligible, learners just need to be:
If this is of interest or you would like further information, then please call a member of our team on 01226 958 888. Or you can register your interest by clicking here https://www.wefindanylearner.com/book-online/
Many Thanks,
We Find Any Learner.
Tel: 01226 958 888
Pleased see below, it may be of interest to members but we are unable to confirm it's bone fide.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Do you or your team have a training requirement?
Thanks to government funding, we can offer you or your team a free nationally accredited distance learning course. These courses are great for personal development, confidence, and a great way to improve your CPD in the comfort of your own home or workplace.
The courses we offer take around 30 hours in total to complete and you will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate from TQUK, CACHE, or NCFE at the end of the course. You will also have online or over the phone tutor support throughout your learning journey.
To be eligible, learners just need to be:
- Over 19 as of the 31st of August 2021
- Living in England
- Not on an Apprenticeship
If this is of interest or you would like further information, then please call a member of our team on 01226 958 888. Or you can register your interest by clicking here https://www.wefindanylearner.com/book-online/
Many Thanks,
We Find Any Learner.
Tel: 01226 958 888
28/07/22 Cyprus Emergency 1955-1959 Annual Memorial Service
Please see below message, it may be of interest to members or family of members who served in the Cyprus Emergency.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I attach information concerning the annual Cyprus Emergency 1955-1959 Memorial Service being held at the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas on Sunday 14th August 2022.
During the emergency 21 British police officers died during their secondment.
The event may be of interest to your members who were deployed, or knew any of their colleagues who served there.
Joe Molloy (NARPO Staffordshire)
Please see below message, it may be of interest to members or family of members who served in the Cyprus Emergency.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
I attach information concerning the annual Cyprus Emergency 1955-1959 Memorial Service being held at the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas on Sunday 14th August 2022.
During the emergency 21 British police officers died during their secondment.
The event may be of interest to your members who were deployed, or knew any of their colleagues who served there.
Joe Molloy (NARPO Staffordshire)
28/07/22 Gold Partner Accord Legal Services - Free wills For NARPO
Please see below message which may be of interest to members.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Good afternoon, Accord is pleased to announce that we are now a NARPO Gold partner and shall be placed in the upcoming NARPO magazine. Accord is one of the UK’s leading state planning organisations specialising in Wills, Trusts, power of Attorney, tax planning and Probate Services. For over 2 years we have been working alongside Police federations and Forces to ensure Police Officers and Police staff have access to the correct advice to make sure they have the correct Will in place for them and ultimately their families. We are offering all NARPO members and their partners a free of charge Will including full consultation with one of our qualified advisors.
As well as the work we do with the police we have hosted presentations at a local NARPO branch which went down so well that we have been asked to return and deliver the same to those that previously missed out. We would be pleased to offer the same to all NARPO branches.
Accord can start helping your members today to ensure they have the correct Will in place and that their beneficiaries do not suffer unnecessary loss. All your members need to do to enquire is email: [email protected] and our booking team will make contact to organise an appointment.
Kind regards,
Ed Stojanovic - Head of Partnerships, Accord Legal Services
Please see below message which may be of interest to members.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Good afternoon, Accord is pleased to announce that we are now a NARPO Gold partner and shall be placed in the upcoming NARPO magazine. Accord is one of the UK’s leading state planning organisations specialising in Wills, Trusts, power of Attorney, tax planning and Probate Services. For over 2 years we have been working alongside Police federations and Forces to ensure Police Officers and Police staff have access to the correct advice to make sure they have the correct Will in place for them and ultimately their families. We are offering all NARPO members and their partners a free of charge Will including full consultation with one of our qualified advisors.
As well as the work we do with the police we have hosted presentations at a local NARPO branch which went down so well that we have been asked to return and deliver the same to those that previously missed out. We would be pleased to offer the same to all NARPO branches.
Accord can start helping your members today to ensure they have the correct Will in place and that their beneficiaries do not suffer unnecessary loss. All your members need to do to enquire is email: [email protected] and our booking team will make contact to organise an appointment.
Kind regards,
Ed Stojanovic - Head of Partnerships, Accord Legal Services
12/07/22 Police Pensions Legacy Scheme
On 1st April 2022 the Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022 (PSPJOA) came into force. It confirms that eligible members will be returned to their final salary schemes for the period 1st April 2015 to 31st March 2022. This will be enacted by the 1st October 2023 and is known as remedy (or retrospective remedy).
I realise that this is not likely to be of relevance to many members but recent joiners may be affected and attached is this NPCC flyer for information.
Bruce Cameron JP FCMI (Chair, NARPO Eastern Region)
On 1st April 2022 the Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022 (PSPJOA) came into force. It confirms that eligible members will be returned to their final salary schemes for the period 1st April 2015 to 31st March 2022. This will be enacted by the 1st October 2023 and is known as remedy (or retrospective remedy).
I realise that this is not likely to be of relevance to many members but recent joiners may be affected and attached is this NPCC flyer for information.
Bruce Cameron JP FCMI (Chair, NARPO Eastern Region)
08/07/22 Crich Tramway Village
Please see below message which may be of interest to some members.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Hello,
I am the Curator at Crich Tramway Village in Derbyshire. For interest, please see our blog about the recent restoration of our 1930s Metropolitan Police Box. Although the box came from London, as a Derbyshire museum it may be of local interest to your members. https://www.tramway.co.uk/2022/07/01/time-stands-still-for-police-box-at-crich-tramway-village/
Kate Watts
Please see below message which may be of interest to some members.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Hello,
I am the Curator at Crich Tramway Village in Derbyshire. For interest, please see our blog about the recent restoration of our 1930s Metropolitan Police Box. Although the box came from London, as a Derbyshire museum it may be of local interest to your members. https://www.tramway.co.uk/2022/07/01/time-stands-still-for-police-box-at-crich-tramway-village/
Kate Watts
29/06/22 June lottery winners
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for June 2022.
A H Waring, P J Nash, R C Gibson, M J Philbin, David Barlow, A G Mousley, Brian Willis, Christopher Blackshaw, A W Phillips, A R Cameron and G Allcock. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for June 2022.
A H Waring, P J Nash, R C Gibson, M J Philbin, David Barlow, A G Mousley, Brian Willis, Christopher Blackshaw, A W Phillips, A R Cameron and G Allcock. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
28/06/22 Hayfield Social Friday 10th June 2022
At the NARPO Social held at the Royal Hotel, Hayfield on Friday 10th June 2022 a raffle was held for Ovarian Cancer Action in memory of Dave Ashley’s wife Gail. £200 was raised for this worthy cause and Dave wants to thank you all for attending and taking part in the raffle. (See letter from Ovarian Cancer Action). A very successful and enjoyable evening was had by all.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
At the NARPO Social held at the Royal Hotel, Hayfield on Friday 10th June 2022 a raffle was held for Ovarian Cancer Action in memory of Dave Ashley’s wife Gail. £200 was raised for this worthy cause and Dave wants to thank you all for attending and taking part in the raffle. (See letter from Ovarian Cancer Action). A very successful and enjoyable evening was had by all.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/06/22 Security opportunities for retired police
Please see below, interested members should contact the author direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Please see attached letter seeking to offer work opportunities to retired colleagues. Any queries please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind Regards,
Andrew Burden (Retired Cheshire Macclesfield NARPO member)
Operations Manager, IntaGuard Security tel. 07880 646777
Please see below, interested members should contact the author direct.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Please see attached letter seeking to offer work opportunities to retired colleagues. Any queries please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind Regards,
Andrew Burden (Retired Cheshire Macclesfield NARPO member)
Operations Manager, IntaGuard Security tel. 07880 646777
08/06/22 New Gold Partners with exclusive offer for members
Please see the below social media release regarding our latest Gold Partners MindforYou and their exclusive launch opportunity for members.
We are delighted to welcome specialist dementia holiday providers MindforYou as NARPO Gold Partners in 2022!
NARPO are dedicated to expanding the wellbeing resources available to our members. Together with MindforYou we hope to provide support for those within NARPO and their families affected by Dementia.
To celebrate the new partnership, Mind for You are offering NARPO members 50% off the following holidays in June.
13th - 17th June - Yorkshire Holiday
27th June - 1st July - Lake District Holiday *
* The remaining available rooms are upstairs
There are limited spaces available so please call their super friendly team on 01509 351008 as soon as possible.
More information on the service MindforYou provide can be found here: https://mindforyou.co.uk/
Kind regards,
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (Marketing Manager NARPO)
Please see the below social media release regarding our latest Gold Partners MindforYou and their exclusive launch opportunity for members.
We are delighted to welcome specialist dementia holiday providers MindforYou as NARPO Gold Partners in 2022!
NARPO are dedicated to expanding the wellbeing resources available to our members. Together with MindforYou we hope to provide support for those within NARPO and their families affected by Dementia.
To celebrate the new partnership, Mind for You are offering NARPO members 50% off the following holidays in June.
13th - 17th June - Yorkshire Holiday
27th June - 1st July - Lake District Holiday *
* The remaining available rooms are upstairs
There are limited spaces available so please call their super friendly team on 01509 351008 as soon as possible.
More information on the service MindforYou provide can be found here: https://mindforyou.co.uk/
Kind regards,
Sophie Maxwell-Clayton (Marketing Manager NARPO)
08/06/22 May 2022 - Sports Club Lottery winners
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery for May 2022: Sally Yeowart, A Rose, P D Callum, K B Harper, Lynn Burns, R Harbour, J M Mather, P Johnson and E W Gallimore.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winners in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery for May 2022: Sally Yeowart, A Rose, P D Callum, K B Harper, Lynn Burns, R Harbour, J M Mather, P Johnson and E W Gallimore.
Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
08/06/22 Cenotaph Parade and Service Sunday 13th November 2022
Please see attached Branch Circular 12/22. Anyone interested and who wants to attend to contact the Secretary – Sean Murphy at [email protected].
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Please see attached Branch Circular 12/22. Anyone interested and who wants to attend to contact the Secretary – Sean Murphy at [email protected].
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
10/06/22 Obituary
Celia Richmond who later married Mick Peat of the Ripley Morris men died recently. She was the Chief's Secretary for years. Unfortunately I do not have any further details, but I am sure many older members would like to know of her passing.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Celia Richmond who later married Mick Peat of the Ripley Morris men died recently. She was the Chief's Secretary for years. Unfortunately I do not have any further details, but I am sure many older members would like to know of her passing.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
01/06/22 Travel Insurance for NARPO Members
Dear Colleague
Please see the attached documents from Towergate regarding the new travel insurance provider TIF, which is now available to NARPO Members.
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
A message from the Towergate Health & Protection Team
Travel insurance launch for NARPO members
Following the approval by the NARPO executive committee, Towergate Health & Protection is pleased to confirm the launch of the new travel scheme.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank members once again for their patience in recent weeks. Our team have been working tirelessly to support the launch of the scheme and also working to support members, and we know it has been a frustrating time waiting for news of when the new scheme will launch. Members will be aware that the combination of Brexit and the pandemic caused significant disruption to the UK travel insurance market, and it has taken us far longer than we had hoped to source the underwriting capacity necessary to deliver a solution suitable for members.
The new scheme is provided by Tifgroup and insured by Arch Insurance (UK Ltd); and will offer members new cover options (single trip as well as annual multi-trip) plus an online ‘quote and buy’ website and the ability to pay for cover by credit and debit card. The new scheme also provides the continued support and advice of the Towergate team who can support members through the application process and provide advice on the options available to ensure members receive the most suitable cover.
Below are the details of the new scheme.
Arch Insurance (UK) Limited is an award-winning, A rated insurer, part of the global Arch insurance group of businesses. Tifgroup is one the UK’s leading travel insurance providers, who specialise in providing innovative and tailored travel insurance solutions. The product is designed by tifgroup, insured by Arch, and arranged by Towergate Health & Protection. The maximum age for annual multi trip cover is 85 years, with higher age limits available via a single trip cover policy.
Summary of the cover available
The policy premium will be based on your age, medical history and area of travel as well as any additional benefit options if chosen, such as cruise cover. A summary of the main benefits is below, but please refer to the policy document for more details:
For more details, please refer to the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. We have also attached a summary document which provides further details on the main differences between the outgoing AXA Health travel policy and the new product.
We are receiving very high levels of calls at the moment, which is making it difficult for the team to respond quickly to queries from members who may need assistance with claims, wish to arrange the renewal of their PMI policy, or other matters regarding their policy. If members have general questions about the new policy that are not answered by the attached FAQ document, we would be grateful if they could wait a little longer before calling the team. We are grateful for your continued patience and understanding.
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear Colleague
Please see the attached documents from Towergate regarding the new travel insurance provider TIF, which is now available to NARPO Members.
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
A message from the Towergate Health & Protection Team
Travel insurance launch for NARPO members
Following the approval by the NARPO executive committee, Towergate Health & Protection is pleased to confirm the launch of the new travel scheme.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank members once again for their patience in recent weeks. Our team have been working tirelessly to support the launch of the scheme and also working to support members, and we know it has been a frustrating time waiting for news of when the new scheme will launch. Members will be aware that the combination of Brexit and the pandemic caused significant disruption to the UK travel insurance market, and it has taken us far longer than we had hoped to source the underwriting capacity necessary to deliver a solution suitable for members.
The new scheme is provided by Tifgroup and insured by Arch Insurance (UK Ltd); and will offer members new cover options (single trip as well as annual multi-trip) plus an online ‘quote and buy’ website and the ability to pay for cover by credit and debit card. The new scheme also provides the continued support and advice of the Towergate team who can support members through the application process and provide advice on the options available to ensure members receive the most suitable cover.
Below are the details of the new scheme.
Arch Insurance (UK) Limited is an award-winning, A rated insurer, part of the global Arch insurance group of businesses. Tifgroup is one the UK’s leading travel insurance providers, who specialise in providing innovative and tailored travel insurance solutions. The product is designed by tifgroup, insured by Arch, and arranged by Towergate Health & Protection. The maximum age for annual multi trip cover is 85 years, with higher age limits available via a single trip cover policy.
Summary of the cover available
The policy premium will be based on your age, medical history and area of travel as well as any additional benefit options if chosen, such as cruise cover. A summary of the main benefits is below, but please refer to the policy document for more details:
- A bespoke policy with specially negotiated premium terms for members of NARPO
- Comprehensive cover terms negotiated specially for members of NARPO, including extensive cancellation cover options
- Single trip cover available
- Annual multi trip cover available
- Choose geographical options from Europe, Worldwide excluding USA or Worldwide including USA
- Maximum 85 years old for an annual multi trip policy
- Choose from 3 levels of cover to suit your requirements
- Choose from optional extras such as cruise cover; winter sports; sports equipment
- Medical underwriting terms designed specifically for older customers
- Comprehensive Covid-19 cover as standard
For more details, please refer to the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. We have also attached a summary document which provides further details on the main differences between the outgoing AXA Health travel policy and the new product.
We are receiving very high levels of calls at the moment, which is making it difficult for the team to respond quickly to queries from members who may need assistance with claims, wish to arrange the renewal of their PMI policy, or other matters regarding their policy. If members have general questions about the new policy that are not answered by the attached FAQ document, we would be grateful if they could wait a little longer before calling the team. We are grateful for your continued patience and understanding.
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
29/05/22 Widows/Widowers Pension Legal Case
We have received the judgment from Mr Justice Fordham who dismissed the claims but granted the permission to appeal on two specified grounds; the application of the right to marry and the Judge’s decision on justification.
The President and myself have been in discussions with our legal team and Connect regarding the implications of this judgment.
Connect has prepared a press statement which is on our website, along with the judgment - https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
We will be discussing these matters and the next steps with the Police Federation next week.
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
We have received the judgment from Mr Justice Fordham who dismissed the claims but granted the permission to appeal on two specified grounds; the application of the right to marry and the Judge’s decision on justification.
The President and myself have been in discussions with our legal team and Connect regarding the implications of this judgment.
Connect has prepared a press statement which is on our website, along with the judgment - https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
We will be discussing these matters and the next steps with the Police Federation next week.
Regards,
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
06/05/22 Travel Insurance update
Dear All
Further to the recent email on Travel Insurance, please see the attached latest communication update from Towergate.
This is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear All
Further to the recent email on Travel Insurance, please see the attached latest communication update from Towergate.
This is also on our website - https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
29/04/22 April Lottery
The following members were winners of the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for April 2022: J.Saunby, Trevor Young, J. Duffy, Ian Butterworth, Gaynor Clarke and Andrew Turton. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were winners of the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for April 2022: J.Saunby, Trevor Young, J. Duffy, Ian Butterworth, Gaynor Clarke and Andrew Turton. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
13/04/22 Rules for Driving in Europe After Brexit
Please see below information from Police Mutual
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Thinking of a spring or summer drive on the continent? Read our article on new post Brexit driving rules that you need to be aware of.
Our article includes changing legislation on Green Cards, what you need to have with you to drive in Europe, plus insurance and breakdown cover requirements. Find out more >
Please see below information from Police Mutual
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
Thinking of a spring or summer drive on the continent? Read our article on new post Brexit driving rules that you need to be aware of.
Our article includes changing legislation on Green Cards, what you need to have with you to drive in Europe, plus insurance and breakdown cover requirements. Find out more >
11/04/22 Widows and Widowers Pension for Life
Dear All
Please see the following update from our legal advisors -
The Hearing before Mr Justice Fordham took place in Manchester on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th April. The Judge has now received all of the evidence and listened to all of the parties oral submissions.
At the end of the Hearing the Judge confirmed that he will now be writing his Judgement. Given the complexity of the evidence and the importance of his decision the Judge would not give any indication as to when he is likely to hand the Judgement down. We anticipate that it could very well be three months before the Judgement is delivered, however as soon as we are told the date for the Judgement being handed down, we will tell all members and as soon as we are able to distribute the Judgement we will.
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear All
Please see the following update from our legal advisors -
The Hearing before Mr Justice Fordham took place in Manchester on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th April. The Judge has now received all of the evidence and listened to all of the parties oral submissions.
At the end of the Hearing the Judge confirmed that he will now be writing his Judgement. Given the complexity of the evidence and the importance of his decision the Judge would not give any indication as to when he is likely to hand the Judgement down. We anticipate that it could very well be three months before the Judgement is delivered, however as soon as we are told the date for the Judgement being handed down, we will tell all members and as soon as we are able to distribute the Judgement we will.
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/widows-pension-life/
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
25/03/22 Lottery Winners
The following members were lucky winner in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for March 2022: Stuart Exton, Joanne Brett, Robert King, S F Bramwell and B L Jackson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The following members were lucky winner in the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery Draw for March 2022: Stuart Exton, Joanne Brett, Robert King, S F Bramwell and B L Jackson. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
05/03/22 Travel Insurance
Dear All
Please find the latest update from Towergate regarding the Travel Insurance, together with FAQ’s
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
A further update with more detailed information from Towergate will be made in the next couple of weeks
In the meantime, Members should contact Towergate if they have any queries. Tel 0800 389 7724 or email [email protected] their office hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
Dear All
Please find the latest update from Towergate regarding the Travel Insurance, together with FAQ’s
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/life/insurance/travel-insurance/
A further update with more detailed information from Towergate will be made in the next couple of weeks
In the meantime, Members should contact Towergate if they have any queries. Tel 0800 389 7724 or email [email protected] their office hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Regards
Alan Lees (CEO NARPO)
25/02/22 February lottery winners
In the February Draw of the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery, the following members were winners. M. Heathcote, R. Cooper and Stephen Dibble. Congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
In the February Draw of the Derbyshire Sports Club Lottery, the following members were winners. M. Heathcote, R. Cooper and Stephen Dibble. Congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
30/01/22 January Lottery Winners
The winners of the Sports Club Lottery Draw for January, 2022, were M E Maguire and Robert Miles. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
The winners of the Sports Club Lottery Draw for January, 2022, were M E Maguire and Robert Miles. Our congratulations to them.
Sean Murphy (Secretary)
2/01/22 POLICE PENSIONS (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS 2022
Dear All
Please find the attached response to the Government consultation
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/pensions-challenge-update/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All
Please find the attached response to the Government consultation
This is also on our website- https://www.narpo.org/pensions-challenge-update/
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
02/01/22 PSPC Letter to Chancellor
Dear All
Please find attached the letter from the Public Services Pensioners’ Council, of which NARPO is a member, for your information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)
Dear All
Please find attached the letter from the Public Services Pensioners’ Council, of which NARPO is a member, for your information.
Regards
Alan Lees (Dep CEO NARPO)