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The Federation is the staff association for constables, sergeants and inspectors & Chief Inspectors

17/06/2026

💐 IN MEMORY

North Yorkshire Police Federation chair Rob Bowles has remembered PC David Haigh on the anniversary of his death.

David had been sent to arrest what was thought to be a known petty criminal who was sleeping rough, but instead he found a hardened criminal asleep in his car.

He was shot dead next to his patrol car at a picnic site at Norwood Edge Plantation near Otley, soon after starting duty at 6am on 17 June 1982. David was 29.

Details in his notebook of a man he had questioned at the site, led to the identification of his killer who also shot and killed North Yorkshire Police Sergeant David Thomas Winter 11 days later.

Rob said: “David was only 29 years old when he was murdered while carrying out what he believed would be a routine enquiry.

“Like every officer, David went to work that morning committed to protecting the public, never knowing the danger he would face.

“More than four decades later, his sacrifice continues to be remembered.

"Today, we honour his memory and reflect on the ultimate price he paid in service to the public. His sacrifice must never be forgotten.”

16/06/2026

🫵 HAVE YOUR SAY ON WELLBEING MATTERS

North Yorkshire Police Federation secretary Tony Barnes is encouraging members to take part in a survey which can help shape work on problem issues in policing.

The National Police Workforce and Wellbeing Survey, held by Oscar Kilo, the National Police Wellbeing Service, runs until 22 June.

It gives members the chance to share their experiences of policing, including workload and demand, leadership and culture, team environment, organisational support and personal wellbeing.

Tony said: “Members are dealing with increasing demand, growing complexity of cases, and relentless pressure and this survey is a chance to make sure those realities are properly understood by policy and decision-makers.

"It allows members to voice their concerns and help to shape the direction of workforce and wellbeing support."

FILL OUT THE SURVEY: https://bit.ly/4uDFsyu

07/06/2026

🕯 IN MEMORY

Today marks the anniversary of the murder of Special Constable Glenn Goodman by an IRA gunman.

Glenn, 37, was fatally wounded in the early hours of 7 June 1992.

He was shot without warning as he and a colleague were questioning two men they had stopped in a routine check on the A64 near Tadcaster.

He was posthumously awarded the Queen’s commendation.

The second officer was also shot but survived.

North Yorkshire Police Federation chair Rob Bowles said: “Today we remember Special Constable Glenn Goodman on the anniversary of his death.

“Glenn made the ultimate sacrifice while displaying immense bravery.

“And the fact he was a dedicated Special Constable who was giving his time voluntarily in service to the public and to North Yorkshire Police makes it even more poignant.

“His commitment to protecting others, alongside his courage and selflessness, embodies the very best of policing.

“Our thoughts remain with Glenn’s loved ones and all those affected by his loss. He will never be forgotten.”

03/06/2026

🤝 FED THANKS SPECIALS FOR THEIR 'VITAL CONTRIBUTIONS'

North Yorkshire Police Federation is recognising the invaluable contribution made by the Special Constabulary this Volunteers’ Week.

Branch secretary Tony Barnes (pictured) said Specials played a vital role in keeping communities safe.

Tony said: “Specials make a hugely important contribution to policing.

“They willingly volunteer their time to support their communities, often balancing the pressures of the role with employment, family commitments, or caring responsibilities.

“Their dedication, professionalism and commitment deserve enormous recognition and thanks.”

Special Constables have the same power, uniform and responsibilities as regular police officers but volunteer a minimum of sixteen hours per month to support local policing.

They come from all walks of life and backgrounds and bring a diverse range of skills and experience to the role.

READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3ROyBEO

02/06/2026

🙋‍♂️ VOLUNTEERS WEEK - 31 YEARS AS A SPECIAL FOR NEIL

A former coal miner who has risen to the rank of Chief Inspector in the Special Constabulary has spoken about how much he enjoys the role.

Neil Williams, who is also a Federation rep, said being a Special has given him experiences and friendships he could never have imagined when he joined in 1995.

He said: “As a Special, you leave your day job behind, put your police uniform on, and every day is different.

“You don’t know what you’re going to be met with, what challenges you’re going to face, the people you’re going to meet or the places you’ll go.

“It’s so diverse and so rewarding.

“I wouldn’t still be doing it after 31 years if didn’t enjoy it.”

Neil was speaking during Volunteers’ Week, which shines a spotlight on those who give their time to support others, including Specials.

HEAR MORE FROM NEIL: https://bit.ly/3Sffd3T

27/05/2026

ANGER AT 'OVERNIGHT' CUT TO PENSION LUMP SUMS

Police officers in the 1987 Police Pension Scheme are facing an immediate reduction in the lump sums they receive at retirement, following a sudden change to commutation factors introduced this week.

The change was triggered by a Treasury decision to increase the SCAPE discount rate, with revised commutation factors issued and applied with immediate effect.

Commutation factors determine how much cash an officer receives if they choose to give up part of their annual pension at retirement. Under the new factors, officers retiring from today will receive almost 5% less lump sum for the same amount of pension surrendered than an officer retiring last week. That change is expected to cost police officers thousands of pounds each.

The Police Federation says the speed and timing of the change means some officers retiring now are being hit without warning, despite having received retirement quotations or benefit illustrations based on the previous factors only weeks earlier. That means officers may already have already made financial decisions based on those figures.

The Federation has confirmed it is seeking independent advice on the scale and justification for the change, and on whether those who received recent quotations should be could take legal action because of financial detriment.

FIND OUT MORE: https://bit.ly/4wUzlYW

21/05/2026

🏆 OFFICERS AND STAFF HONOURED WITH LONG-SERVICE AWARD

North Yorkshire Police Federation chair Rob Bowles has congratulated members who were recognised at this year’s Long Service and Good Conduct ceremony.

Rob praised their professionalism and commitment to policing and their contribution to the Force.

He said: “It was fantastic to be here to honour colleagues at their Long Service and Good Conduct Ceremonies.

“These awards represent years of dedication and service to the Force and to the communities of North Yorkshire.”

READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3PgHhTL

18/05/2026

It is fantastic to be here to honour colleagues at their Long Service and Good Conduct Ceremonies.

Awards were presented by Chief Constable Tim Forber. Also here to celebrate the amazing achievements of our officers and staff are DCC Scott Bisset, ACO Lisa Stitt, ACC Ben Mosley, Deputy Mayor Jo Coles and Deputy Lieutenant Countess Charlotte Peel.

Officers celebrating their Long Service this evening are Steven Alderson, Benjamin Carter, Alan Fenney, Wayne Fox. Michael Jamalizadeh, Andrew Palmer and Andrew Pearson. Adam Heatlie and Stephen Johnson are also here to celebrate their 30 year anniversary and receive their 30 year clasp.

Also here celebrating their long service are Police staff members Tracey Arnell and Rebecca Oxley.

Well done to you all.
Rob Bowles
Chair, North Yorkshire Police Federation.

14/05/2026

🐾 CHARITY THANKED FOR FUNDING FORMER POLICE DOG'S CRUCIAL SURGERY

A North Yorkshire Police dog handler has spoken of her gratitude to the charity supporting her retired ‘superhero’ police dog as he prepares for surgery.

PC Claire Starkey has thanked the Thin Blue Paw Foundation for stepping in to fund vital treatment after six-year-old German Shepherd Miki (pictured right) suffered a serious injury.

Claire said: “I am super grateful for the charity.

“Miki was my superhero at work, and I owe it to him to make sure he has the best retirement possible.

“The support they’ve given us is a massive relief.”

Miki served North Yorkshire Police between March 2021 and October 2025.

Claire said: "He was a pleasure to work with and we had some fantastic results; tracking suspects from vehicles, finding vulnerable missing people, locating missing children, and also finding key items of property discarded from burglaries.

“Miki was an excellent tracker, and I could always rely on him to find what needed to be found and detain who needed to be detained."

Last year, he was forced to retire after being diagnosed with hip dysplasia, spondylosis of the spine and a ruptured cruciate ligament, which required surgery funded by the Force.

FULL STORY: https://bit.ly/4d8ULdh

12/05/2026

❤️ NEW BEYOND DUTY FILM HONOURS PC ROSIE PRIOR AND FALLEN OFFICERS

North Yorkshire Police officer PC Rosie Prior is honoured in a moving tribute to officers who lost their lives after putting themselves back on duty to help others.

Beyond Duty: The Ultimate Sacrifice is a powerful new film that tells the stories of four courageous officers whose sense of duty extended far beyond their shifts.

They include mother-of-two Rosie, 45, was killed in a road traffic collision having put herself back on duty to help another driver on the A19 at Bagby near Thirsk.

Her husband Chris has contributed to the film, paying tribute to Rosie and her service.

Chris also uses the film to renew his ask for police officers and staff to contribute £1.50 a month to the ‘phenomenal’ Police Children’s Charity.

The film has been released by the Police Arboretum Memorial Trust (UK Police Memorial) and the Police Remembrance Trust.

It also remembers three other officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while off duty:

- DC Jim Morrison QGM, 26, Metropolitan Police, witnessed a handbag theft in Covent Garden and pursued the suspect through central London. He was fatally stabbed outside the Indian High Commission. His murder remains unsolved to this day.
- PC Francis ‘Frank’ Mason QPM, 27, Hertfordshire Police, intervened in the armed robbery of a Securicor van outside Barclays Bank in Hemel Hempstead. He was shot and later died from his injuries.
- PC Ian Dibell GM, 41, Essex Police, intervened in an armed incident near his home in Clacton-on-Sea. Ian was shot and fatally injured while trying to disarm the suspect who had already fired at two members of the public.

While the film tells the stories of four people, it serves as a wider tribute to all police officers who have lost their lives after placing themselves back on duty to protect others.

WATCH THE FILM: https://bit.ly/49GVpwa

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