Cheshire Police Federation

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Topical discussions from Cheshire Police Federation with featured special guests.

  1. 8 SEPT

    S5 Ep5 – What police officers want you to know about their pay

    ‘It’s not how much money you make, but how much of it that you keep.’ That’s how police officers in England and Wales will reflect following an announcement by the Government that they’ll receive a 4.2% pay rise from September.The Police Federation of England and Wales said the latest pay award ‘barely treads water’. But how do those bobbies working locally feel about a salary increase?  Jamie Thompson, Cheshire Police Federation chairman, tells host Andrew Simpson the answer.They discuss too the valuable contribution by Cheshire Constabulary’s PC Viki Evans and PC Kate Sheehan to the conversation about men’s mental health after the duo was presented with an Inspiration in Policing Award at the recent National Police Bravery Awards. Previous episodes like this one Why being brave really isn’t just ‘part of the job’Remembering Powelly, and the power of peer support in policing Why sharing my story can stop stigma, with Mark Naylor Get in touch with us! Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

    34 min

  2. 19 MAY

    S5 Ep4 – The best morale exists when you never hear it mentioned

    That isn’t the case for police officers, who have shared how they feel as part of the latest Pay and Morale Survey by the Police Federation of England and Wales. Host Andrew Simpson is joined by Tiff Lynch, acting national chair, and Cheshire Police Federation chairman Jamie Thompson to talk about what results from the 2024 edition have taught us. How can the findings be used to affect meaningful change for police serving in Cheshire? Tiff also introduces ‘Copped Enough’, a new campaign acting as a renewed call for action on issues that officers everywhere are passionate about. Plus, news on who will be representing Cheshire Constabulary at the national Police Bravery Awards this summer.

    37 min

  3. 6 APR

    S5 Ep3 – Why being brave really isn’t just ‘part of the job’

    This special edition is dedicated to the inaugural Cheshire Police Federation Bravery Awards in March. Host Andrew Simpson was among the guests at Nunsmere Hall, near Northwich, and he took with him a microphone and listened to what those in attendance made of what will hopefully become an annual occasion. The selflessness and dedication of 18 Cheshire police officers was acknowledged with awards, and we hear from a broad selection of them in this episode. They tell us how it feels to be recognised in this way, and why it’s important to celebrate the contribution of colleagues who have gone above and beyond their duty. To read their stories in full, visit the Cheshire Police Federation’s Facebook or LinkedIn pages. Previous episodes like this one Remembering Powelly, and the power of peer support in policing Steph Allinson on embracing bravery Why sharing my story can stop stigma, with Mark Naylor Get in touch with us! Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

    40 min

  4. 23 FEB

    S5 Ep2 – Jamie Thompson on a job well done by Cheshire Police

    Cheshire Constabulary’s commitment to keeping people safe was a highlight for inspectors when they visited.   His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has published its report after judging the force’s performance across nine areas of policing.   It was found to have improved or maintained its grading for each of those since the previous inspection.    Jamie Thompson, Cheshire Police Federation chairman, shares his insight during this episode on how that makes police officers feel, and why a positive report is important in shaping public perception.   He also tells host Andrew Simpson how the inspector’s findings inform the branch’s work, both now and in the future.   To read the HMICFRS inspector’s report in full, click here.   To watch a short video produced by Cheshire Constabulary, summarising its response to the findings, click here.   Previous episodes like this one   New year, fresh hope: What can policing expect in 2025?   Keep the faith; on regaining the public's trust in policing   Is the public presented with an accurate portrayal of policing by traditional forms of media?   Get in touch with us!   Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on X at @CheshirePolFed

    25 min

  5. 29 JAN

    S5 Ep1 - New year, fresh hope: What can policing expect in 2025?

    As the saying goes, ‘No matter how hard the past, you can always begin again.’ The first episode of a new year strikes an optimistic note as Cheshire Police Federation chairman, Jamie Thompson, and vice-chairman Dave Howard identify what lies ahead for policing in 2025. They tell host Andrew Simpson why the branch’s inaugural bravery awards in March is an event worth supporting, and what they hope it will mean to members. The duo also surveys the national scene, sharing their predictions for what the priorities for policing will be over the next 12 months. They also reveal what appears at the top of their own personal ‘to do’ lists. Previous episodes like this one Being valued matters: why police say their mood is low Steph Allinson on embracing bravery Why sharing my story can stop stigma, with Mark Naylor Get in touch with us! Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on X at @CheshirePolFed

    28 min

  6. 29/10/2024

    S4 Ep4 - Lucy Davies on how trauma and emotions affect police decision-making

    Do emotions prompted by experiencing trauma impact police officer behaviour? It’s a question that Lucy Davies, a doctoral researcher for the Open University, intends to answer as part of a new study into the relationship between stress, feelings, and misconduct. In this episode, she tells host Andrew Simpson and Jamie Thompson, Cheshire Police Federation chairman, why she is interested in this subject and how branch members can assist with her research. The trio also discuss how the survey’s findings might benefit policing in the future. If you’re a serving officer and want to know more about the study, or explore the opportunities to participate, then you’ll find further details here. Previous episodes like this one Being valued matters: why police say their mood is low Remembering Powelly, and the power of peer support in policing Why fix what isn't broken? With Dave Howard Get in touch with us! Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on X at @CheshirePolFed

    34 min

  7. 08/08/2024

    S4 Ep3 - Critical friends in policing: Dan Price hopes to be one

    In May of this year, Labour’s Dan Price was elected as the third Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire since the post’s creation in 2012. In this episode, he tells host Andrew Simpson how he intends to approach the role and what it’s like to start a new job while in the public eye. Cheshire Police Federation chairman, Jamie Thompson, talks too about the branch’s relationship with PCCs past and present, and describes ways they can help each other. Both guests also answer the question; how do police officers benefit when the two identify a common purpose? To learn more about the Police and Crime Commissioner’s work, visit his website. Previous episodes like this one Being valued matters: why police say their mood is low It’s good to talk, especially if people want to listen Keep the faith; on regaining the public’s trust in policing Get in touch with us! Fill in the enquiry form on our website or follow us on X at @CheshirePolFed

    33 min

  8. 03/05/2024

    S4 Ep2 - Being valued matters: why police say their mood is low

    Every year, police officers are asked how they feel. And since the coronavirus pandemic, their answer has been the same: morale is lower than before. The Police Federation of England and Wales’ annual Pay and Morale Survey seeks members’ views on pay and conditions, as well as their attitudes to work and the police service in general. Host Andrew Simpson is joined by Jamie Thompson, the Cheshire Police Federation branch chairman, to discuss what the 2023 edition’s results reveal. Do officers from Cheshire Constabulary have empathy with their colleagues nationally? And what are the risks if police self-esteem isn’t repaired? Previous episodes like this one It’s good to talk, especially if people want to listen If morale is the state of mind, then policing has a problem Keep the faith; on regaining the public’s trust in policing Get in touch with us! Simply send an email to podcast@cheshirepolfed.org.uk or follow us on X at @CheshirePolFed

    38 min
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Topical discussions from Cheshire Police Federation with featured special guests.

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  • Creator
    Cheshire Police Federation
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cheshire Police Federation
  • Show Website
    Cheshire Police Federation