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30/06/2026

🔥 FED HIGHLIGHTS BENEFITS OF WELLBEING OUTDOOR PROGRAMME

A Hertfordshire Police outdoor wellbeing initiative is receiving glowing feedback from those who have taken part – including members of the Federation branch team.

The Wellbeing Outdoor Programme aims to use the power of nature to boost officer and staff health and wellbeing.

The initiative, run by the Force Wellbeing Team, provides an opportunity to spend time in nature away from screens, phones and workplace demands.

Set within peaceful countryside surroundings, people can take part in activities such as guided walks, breathwork, outdoor games and campfire discussions, or simply enjoy the environment at their own pace.

Federation representative James Stopford attended a recent session with colleagues and said his experience highlighted to him the value of the programme for individuals and teams.

He said: “We refer our members and our teams there, so it was nice to go along as a Federation team and see the space they have.

"It gave us a chance to see exactly what the programme offers and understand why it can be so effective.

There is absolutely no pressure to take part in anything you don't want to do. You can join in with activities, go for a walk or just enjoy the space. It's about getting out of it what you personally need."

READ MORE: https://bit.ly/4vATvWX

29/06/2026

💐 IN MEMORY

Today marks the second anniversary of the death of Acting Sergeant Reece Buckenham.

Hertfordshire Police officer Reece died when his motorbike was in collision with a car as he rode home from a night shift at around 7am on 29 June 2024.

The father-of-two was travelling on the A10 between Rush Green and Great Amwell at the time of the accident. He was aged 36.

Branch secretary Dean Cornish said: “The thoughts of everyone at Hertfordshire Police Federation are with Reece’s family, friends, and colleagues on this difficult day.

“Reece was hugely respected officer, and his death was felt right across the Force.

“Today we will pause to remember his dedication and service to the Force and our communities.

“It’s vital we never forget the sacrifice made by those who gave their lives while serving the Force and our communities.”

28/06/2026

🕯 IN MEMORY

Hertfordshire Police Federation has remembered PC Kevin Church on the 21st anniversary of his death.

Kevin was killed in a motorcycle collision while on a plain clothes police operation on 28 June 2005.

Branch chair Luke Mitchell said: “Today we will pause to remember Kevin and his service and dedication.

“My thoughts, and those of everyone at Hertfordshire Police Federation, are with Kevin’s family, friends and colleagues.

“His service, and that of all our fallen colleagues, should never be forgotten.”

25/06/2026

🏠 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR MORTGAGE ADVICE?

Uniform Mortgages is offering free expert advice to Hertfordshire Police Federation members at an upcoming online clinic.

The clinic takes place on 9 July from 10.30am to 3.30pm.

It is run by Uniform Mortgages, which offers independent mortgage advice and has been working with Police Federation branches and members since 2002.

Members can hear about the £5,000 first-timer’s deposit as well as receive guidance on mortgages, remortgages, and buy-to-lets.

FIND OUT HOW TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: https://bit.ly/3SYoPQY

24/06/2026

📆 MATT HITS 30-YEAR MARK...BUT HE'S NOT DONE YET!

While he may have already given 30 years of dedication to Hertfordshire Constabulary, Federation member Matt Deveney believes he has plenty more to offer the Force as he moves into a new chapter of his policing career.

A popular and experienced officer, Matt celebrated reaching three decades in the profession at the beginning of June to the admiration of colleagues across the board.

Leading this recognition was Chief Constable Andy Prophet, who presented the 51-year-old with a certificate of service shortly after the arrival of his work anniversary.

Just a few months earlier, Matt had been preparing for the milestone to mark his retirement from the Force and seal a permanent goodbye to his long-time employers – before a surprise opportunity entered his considerations....

FULL STORY: https://bit.ly/4xCj5MG

22/06/2026

⚽ WORLD CUP - FED REP SHARES SAFER GAMBLING ADVICE

Hertfordshire Police Federation representative James Stopford is encouraging members to be mindful of their gambling habits during the World Cup.

James has posted a series of tips to help colleagues stay in control of their betting during one of the major sporting events.

In a social media post, James highlighted how major sporting events can lead to increased gambling activity and encouraged people to take simple steps to stay in control.

He posted: “Bookmakers are all going to be fighting for your business and it'll be a significantly busy, and profitable, time for them all.

“Here are three tips ahead of this year's tournament....."

✅ Set a deposit limit. Through Safer Gambling initiatives, all bookmakers should offer deposit limits. These can be set to be daily/weekly/monthly or yearly and when turned on will be restricted behind a time limit before being turned back off.

✅ Opt out of marketing. Again, bookmakers should offer an option to turn off emails, texts and/or push notifications. With multiple games a day every bookmaker will be trying to reach customers by offering increased prices. If this constant approach is going to be too much, turn them off.

✅ Think of something you can buy with the money saved from not gambling.

HEAR MORE FROM JAMES: https://bit.ly/4w3Tpaj

09/06/2026

🕯️ IN MEMORY

Hertfordshire Police Federation today remembers a teenage police officer who died on his way to report for duty, on the anniversary of his death.

PC Peter Eykelbosch was just 19 when he died after his motorcycle was in collision with a lorry near St Albans on 9 June 1980.

Branch chair Luke Mitchell said: “Peter left home to report for duty that day and, like too many officers before him and since, did not return home to his loved ones.

“The fact that Peter was so young when he lost his life makes his death even more tragic.

“Today we pay tribute to Peter and the thoughts of Hertfordshire Police Federation are with his family, friends, and colleagues. We will never forget him.”

06/06/2026

🕯 IN MEMORY

Hertfordshire Police Federation today remembers a young police officer who died on duty on this day 37 years ago.

PC Jacqueline Brown was just 23 when she died from serious injuries after she lost control of her patrol car, which crashed on a bend in wet weather in the early hours of 6 June 1989.

Branch chair Luke Mitchell said: “Today we pause to remember PC Jacqueline Brown on the anniversary of her death.

“We remember her service to the Force and our communities, and we also keep her family, her friends, and her colleagues in our thoughts too.”

26/05/2026

ANGRY REACTION TO 'OVERNIGHT' CUT TO POLICE PENSIONS 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 last week.

The change was triggered by a Treasury decision to increase the SCAPE discount rate, with revised commutation factors 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 per cent 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 of England and Wales 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 have already made financial decisions based on those figures.

Find out more from Police Federation National Secretary John Partington and branch chair Luke Mitchell ➡ https://bit.ly/42SEFyx

15/05/2026

🤝 HERTS FED INTRODUCE WEEKEND SHIFTS TO PUT MEMBERS FIRST

Hertfordshire Police Federation has introduced routine weekend working for its full-time representatives to increase visibility and support for members.

The branch is thought to be the first in England and Wales to have a seven-day working week.

Under the new operating model, full-time Fed reps are working from police stations across the Force area both on weekends and during the week.

Branch chair Luke Mitchell said: “I think we’re the first in the country to do this.

“Full-time officers have always been available to support members 24/7, but now we’re going to be working from police stations to support members over the weekend.

“We’ve implemented a seven-day footprint across the organisation, and members are already telling us it’s making a difference.”

The initiative has been running for five weeks and forms part of a three-month pilot. Rather than operating from headquarters Monday to Friday, Federation officials now hot-desk across stations and position themselves where issues arise.

Luke said that weekend working allows reps to engage with officers in a different way.

He said: “A lot of our work in the week is regulated, so working with partners such as barristers, law firms, and legal work.

“But at the weekend, there's more time to be off laptops, engaging with members, being in briefings, working across the stations, speaking to people, and getting that real understanding about what's going on in the Force or what we need to deal with."

READ MORE: https://bit.ly/4tBqeJQ

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