British Transport Police Federation

27 May, 2022

Chairman's Blog for May

I wish to start this blog by firstly congratulating Stuart Cowan from D Division who will be your next National Chair of BTP Federation.

11 May, 2022

Stuart Cowan elected as Chair of BTP Federation

Stuart Cowan will be the next National Chair of BTP Federation.

26 Apr, 2022

General Secretary's Blog

Once again, I am stepping into the breach whilst the Chair takes some well-deserved leave in sunnier climes. It has been a busy April, so here are the highlights for you to digest.

14 Apr, 2022

National Association of Retired BTP Officers

Federation members who are approaching retirement may be interested to learn more about the National Association of Retired BTP Officers, or NARBTPO.

5 Apr, 2022

Federation Chair to retire

Nigel Goodband, Chair of British Transport Police Federation, has confirmed he will retire this summer.

28 Mar, 2022

Chairman's Blog for March

I wish to start this blog by firstly saying that our thoughts go out to colleagues affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

24 Mar, 2022

Blog: Listening and learning:
a Rep's view

On 16th and 17th March, Fed Reps John Paul O'Kane and Stuart Cowan represented the Federation at the D Division Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Conference in Perth.

14 Mar, 2022

What is car leasing and is it right for me?

When it comes to car ownership, you've traditionally had two options: buy a new car outright, either with your own savings or finance, or a cheaper used car.

14 Mar, 2022

Make a Will Month

According to research by insurance company Royal London, more than half of adults haven't made a will ...

9 Mar, 2022

Federation election results

Members across the country have voted to elect their new Federation representatives.

7 Mar, 2022

Shift work, JRFT and women's health: an expert's guide

The Job-Related Fitness Test (JRFT) and the menopause are amongst the issues female officers raise most frequently with Fed Reps.

25 Feb, 2022

Chairman's Blog for February

Colleagues, here is the Federation blog for February 2022; a busy month for many and one that I am struggling to report on if I am honest, due to more negativity surrounding policing.

15 Feb, 2022

Federation elections: your vote counts

The Federation elections are underway and ballot papers have been circulated to members. You have until Thursday 3 March to cast your vote.

14 Feb, 2022

Nominate outstanding colleagues for an Award of Excellence

If you work with an individual or team who consistently go the extra mile, have been involved in a case which warrants special recognition, or have displayed extraordinary bravery, please consider nominating them for a BTP Federation Award of Excellence.

10 Feb, 2022

Police Treatment Centres pre-retirement courses

If you are due to retire in the next 12 months, it is important that you are aware of the services that are available to you from the PTCs...

10 Feb, 2022

Federation review: tell us what you think

Hundreds of members have already completed a survey issued as part of an independent review of BTP Federation.

7 Feb, 2022

Blog:Mark Bishop - Time to Talk

As someone who encourages officers to be open about their mental health, Time to Talk Day can be a good starting point for a chat ...

26 Jan, 2022

Chairman's Blog for January

With another year ahead of us I suspect many of us are wondering what 2022 will bring.

19 Jan, 2022

Financial webinar: New Year, New Start

This webinar focuses on financial support and how you can access affordable credit.

11 Jan, 2022

Federation members raise thousands for charity

Charities, community groups and good causes received more than £19,000 in donations last year, thanks to players of the Federation lottery.

11 Jan, 2022

Chair responds to Policing the Pandemic report

A new report concludes police responded well to the early operational challenges of the pandemic

4 Jan, 2022

Pension FAQ's

Saving for retirement is long-term commitment and most of us will experience a number of life events during our working lives.

17 Dec, 2021

Chairman's Blog for December

This is a slightly different format to our usual posts as I primarily wanted to report back to you on some matters we have recently discussed with our Chief Constable.

16 Dec, 2021

Charity opens doors to Police Staff Investigators

Police Staff Investigators (including CSIs and Civilian Investigators) are now eligible to join the Police Treatment Centres.

24 November, 2021

Chairman's Blog for November

It is with a heavy heart that I begin with the news of PC Jane Bridgewater who sadly passed away early this month

1 Nov, 2021

Members complete half-marathon for colleague

Four BTP officers have run half-marathons in support of a friend and colleague who is being treated for breast cancer.

1 Nov, 2021

Learn more about prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men; 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with this form of cancer in their lifetime

28 Oct, 2021

Lottery news: Colleague achieves personal best at world's greatest long-distance Triathlon

If you play the Federation Lottery you're directly supporting charities, community groups and good causes across Britain. Donations are also available for sporting or cultural purposes

28 Oct, 2021

Meet the Chaplain: Helen Lewis

Railway Chaplains aim to be an impartial 'friend' for those who work on the railways, including our members. Regardless of faith, gender, sexual orientation, Railway Mission chaplains offer face-to-face support for people experiencing loneliness, stress, depression, bereavement, or illness.

28 Oct, 2021

Chairman's Blog for October

I was going to begin by sharing the outcomes of our annual conference and highlighting the bravery and courage of the colleagues who received Federation Awards of Excellence. However, that has been overshadowed by the heart wrenching murder of Sarah Everard.

25 October, 2021

Colleague's cancer diagnosis prompts fundraiser

Four BTP officers are tackling a half-marathon to raise awareness of breast cancer and raise money for vital cancer research.

15 October, 2021

Menopause Day Q&A

World Menopause Day (18 October) has seen BTP Federation team up with the Female Police Association (FPA) to provide answers to some commonly asked questions about the menopause.

28 September, 2021

Federation shares new logo

At its annual conference in York, BTP Federation shared its new logo based on a design created by General Secretary, Mark Marshallsay.

28 September, 2021

Brochure commemorates 100 years of BTP Federation

A new brochure charting the history of British Transport Police Federation has been produced to mark the organisation's centenary.

27 September, 2021

Three Peaks funds continue to grow

Four BTP officers who tackled the Three Peaks in aid of a charity that supports vulnerable children have been delighted by the response to their challenge.

22 September, 2021

Centenary conference in York

British Transport Police Federation reps from across the force area are meeting in York for the organisation's annual conference.

26 Aug, 2021

Chairman's Blog for August

. I wish to start by taking this opportunity to share our deepest condolences with the family, friends and colleagues of former PC Paul Morse (Morsey).

23 August, 2021

It's oh-fish-ial: Nigel Goodband is BTP's angling champion

Federation Chair, Nigel Goodband, has won the BTP Angling Club competition with a catch weighing more than 90 pounds.

23 August, 2021

Special effort raises thousands to help vulnerable children

Four BTP officers are taking on a special challenge to support vulnerable children in the UK and beyond.

12 August, 2021

Federation lottery grant for Norwood Junction Community Garden

Work to revive a community garden project at Norwood Junction station in Southeast London is paying off.

10 August, 2021

Police Treatment Centres Amnesty

The Police Treatment Centres charity is running an Amnesty during September and October 2021.

9 August, 2021

Busy summer on the roads: a message from the RAC

Every summer, increased traffic causes chaos across the UK. And with the staycation boom, the roads will be busier than ever this year.