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NEWS
04POLICE Podcast Our next episodes
04Dates for the diary Upcoming events
18 Boots on the ground National Chair visits forces
38Forensics 3D technology
AWARENESS
10 Cancer prevention Defeating the big C
12 The duel role Parenthood and policing
14 Mens health Podcast launch
16 Race equality week Recruit, retain, represent
THE POLICE FEDERATION OF ENGLAND AND WALES FEBRUARY 2024
POLICE ON THE
HIGHWAY
Police Covenant Officer welfare
Steve Hartshorn Lobbying for change
Police rugby A touring side
The dual role Parenthood and policing
17 Help4addiction Support made easy
FEATURES
06On the highway Roads policing seminar
20Chair Asks John Basset, NALQC President
22Chair Answers Working excessive hours
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24Uniform matters Individuality and analysis
26CEO Update The latest from PFEW
28 Reps spotlight Unrelenting dedication
30Officer welfare The Police Covenant
32College of Policing Neighbourhood teams
36Know your rights Parental leave
37 London with Love Police widows
42Police rugby Inclusivity and health
44 Ride along Met traffic division
45 Coffee for a cause Foundation for Retired Service Animals
46Book review One Mountain, Two Minds
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