Representing the interests of more than 3000 BTP officers and Special Constables across Britain The Federation is divided on the basis of seven Force Areas.
The Federation is controlled and managed entirely by serving police officers and is not affiliated or associated with any bodies outside the service. Its' duty is to represent members in all matters affecting their welfare and efficiency. The national officers negotiate on matters affecting pay, allowances, hours of duty, annual leave, pensions and other matters. We are consulted when regulations
02/06/2026
The Police Treatment Centres’ AGM was well attended today but there was one person we were especially pleased to see.
Baroness Angela Harris is a good friend to this Federation and a long-term supporter of the police service.
President of the Police Treatment Centres charity, Baroness Harris is pictured with our Chair, Stuart Cowan, who is a trustee.
02/06/2026
Police Federation reps, Trustees, and supporters of The Police Treatment Centres are taking part in a 12-hour padelathon to raise money for the charity.
On Friday 14 August, the group will play padel tennis continuously for twelve hours at St Andrews, the charity’s treatment centre in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. They will play on the centre’s newly opened padel court, built during a recent investment in the charity’s wellbeing facilities.
To make the challenge even more difficult, during time off the court, players will take turns cycling on static bikes. The aim of this side quest is to cover 210 miles – the distance between St Andrews and Castlebrae, the treatment centre in Perthshire, Scotland - as many times as possible.
The challenge was conjured up by our Chair, Stuart Cowan. He said: We are all big supporters of the Police Treatment Centres and have seen at first-hand the amazing work they do to help officers recover from physical injuries and mental health challenges.
“The charity relies on donations to provide its life-changing services, so in order to raise as much money as possible, we really wanted to test ourselves. The padelathon will be tiring, but adding the cycling challenge takes it to another level.”
Every penny counts, and you can support the challenge here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/padelathon-for-ptc
For the full story and a run-down of the team players...
https://btpolfed.org.uk/news/padel-for-protectors
Padel for Protectors The next Federation fundraiser for the Police Treatment Centres is a 12-hour padelathon at St Andrews in Harrogate
01/06/2026
Appalling news this morning from our colleagues in Northern Ireland.
It's hard to comprehend what goes through the mind of everyone involved in an incident like this. Our thoughts are with the seriously injured officer, and we hope they make a full recovery.
News Release: Federation condemns ‘appalling and deliberate attack’ on officer
The attempted murder of a police officer in Downpatrick has been condemned by the Chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland Liam Kelly.
Mr Kelly said: “This was an appalling and deliberate attack. I wish to add my condemnation to that already expressed across the community. What happened in Downpatrick was shocking and brutal.
“From what I’ve seen online, this appears to have been a calculated and dangerous driving act with no effort made to slow down or avoid the officer.
"My thoughts, and those of every officer in the PSNI, are with our seriously injured colleague and his loved ones.
“This incident graphically illustrates the risks our officers face as they work to safeguard communities and confront law-breakers.”
For further information, contact:
Ray Hayden
Anglewise
07802604926
27/05/2026
Are you connected to a charity, community group or sports club that could do with a financial boost?
Last year, players of the BTP Federation lottery raised more than £21,000 for charities and good causes. The sum represents half of the proceeds from the Federation lottery, with the other half distributed as prizes to lottery winners.
Grants like these make a massive difference to small, grassroots organisations, and lottery members can nominate good causes to receive such support.
Find out more here:
BTP Federation Lottery players raise thousands for good causes Grants totalling more than £21,000 have been allocated to good causes nominated by players of the BTP Federation during 2025.
We're looking forward to meeting police colleagues from across the country and connecting with other emergency service workers at The Blue Light Show in July.
The programme is packed with hands-on demonstrations of tech and service equipment, practical skills sessions, scenario-based learning, and insights into emergency services collaboration and joint responses.
Tickets are free, and you can book your place here ⬇️ https://bluelightshow26.eventreference.com/delegate&src=partnerbtpfsocial
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21/05/2026
It's time to celebrate good people, great stories, inspirational acts of bravery, and colleagues you are proud of.
Tell us about the best of the best 👂
We've introduced a streamlined process for 2026. It takes just a few moments to nominate one of your colleagues for a BTP Federation Award of Excellence.
What we're looking for in each award category, and a link to our simple online form, can be found here: https://btpolfed.org.uk/news/awards-of-excellence-nominations-are-open
19/05/2026
The first six reps to take part in the BTP Federation's new advocacy training programme have successfully completed the course.
Congratulations to Chirag Patel, Phil Agate, Gordon Wason, Michael Natavio, Lisa Scott-Savage and Dave Bentley, pictured above (left to right) outside The Queen Elizabeth II Law Courts in Liverpool.
Advocacy training is a vital element in ensuring Federation representatives are fully equipped to support officers during some of the most challenging moments of their careers.
Read the full post here: https://btpolfed.org.uk/news/federation-launches-advocacy-training-for-reps
15/05/2026
How did you sleep last night? If you've got money on your mind, you may not have got all the rest you need.
Serve and Protect's 2026 Financial Resilience Report highlights how 13% of frontline workers lose sleep every week due to money worries. This figure rises to a fifth for the category ‘a few times a month’.
The Credit Union has a number of tools to help you get on top of your finances, from a budget planner to a savings calculator. https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/calculators/
Plus, every month Serve and Protect host a series of free educational webinars. Give them a follow or keep your eye on our channel for links.
Calculators Take control of your finances with our free calculators and tools. Budget planners, savings calculators, and jargon busters to help you plan.
72% of EuroCOP members say that stigma is the biggest barrier to members accessing mental health support.
Our Chair, Stuart Cowan, is leading EuroCOP’s new Mental Well-Being Group. A passionate advocate for officer health and wellbeing, Stuart and the group’s first step was to canvas members about the challenges they face.
The survey results revealed worrying statistics, including how only 14% of member employer organisations identify and respond to early signs of stress, trauma or burnout.
Clearly, there is still work to do.
As well as championing wellbeing in their individual forces, members of the Mental Well-Being Group are collaborating Europe-wide.
Stuart Cowan said: Together, we are not just raising awareness. We are shaping a culture where the wellbeing of every police officer is valued, protected, and strengthened. United in our commitment, we have the ability to create lasting change for colleagues across Europe."
12/05/2026
This May, the offers from Motor Source have gone even bigger, with a huge selection of brands and discounts available.
There's the Chery Tiggo 8 with a saving of £5,376, or the Cupra Terramar with £10,710 off.
The friendly team at Motor Source Group are on hand to help you find the perfect car at a great price.
Browse the latest offers here: https://btpolfed.org.uk/motor-source-group