CHAIR ANSWERS
“FOCUS ON VALUE NOT ON COST”
Deputy National Chair Tiff Lynch answers members’ questions on next big campaign, seeking industrial rights for police officers in England and Wales, and other big issues
Is there a valid concern the negotiation process for industrial rights may devolve into chaos, resulting in more losses than gains? Furthermore, what proactive measures is the Police Federation of England and Wales undertaking to safeguard its members from potential losses during these negotiations? Reflecting on these circumstances prompts a critical examination of our path forward. It is essential to weigh the available research indicating we are underpaid against the counterclaim in evidence put to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB),
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asserting an overpayment of 36 per cent compared to counterparts in similar roles. The incongruence of these figures emphasises the necessity of consulting
“ Reflecting on the outcomes of the previous protest is essential; it did not instigate meaningful change and, in fact, led politicians to strengthen their stance”
with our members to determine a fair and appropriate pay mechanism. This course of action, I firmly believe, is the ethical and prudent approach. Regrettably, it appears the Government
remains unresponsive to our concerns. To address this, we will be actively seeking the input of our members through a voting process to clarify the direction we must take. The need for a different approach is underscored by the undesirable outcome we’ve experienced since 2010—a significant degradation of 27 per cent in constable pay. To ensure a more
inclusive decision-making process, we are considering an indicative vote, giving our membership a direct say in the route we choose as an organisation. This moment in time demands a thoughtful decision as we
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