British Transport Police Federation

3 July, 2020

Leadership development for Sergeants

As you may have seen on the Intranet the talent and leadership programme, ASCEND, will relaunch later this year.

30 June, 2020

Chairman's Blog for June

Colleagues, here is the blog for June 2020. I would like to start by offering our thoughts and prayers to those who lost loved ones in the terrorist attack in Reading this month.

26 June, 2020

Coronavirus: Quarantine after travel

Following the government's introduction of a two-week period of quarantine after overseas travel, BTP has published its approach to quarantine for officers and staff.

19 June, 2020

Lottery Donation - SCRFC

Winners of the Federation Lottery are not the only ones to benefit from the scheme; it also supports a variety of good causes.

19 June, 2020

Coronavirus: Test and Trace

BTP has published its approach to Test and Trace for officers and staff.

29 May, 2020

Colleagues, here is the blog for May 2020. I would like to start by showing our appreciation to all in BTP, especially those frontline officers who have continued to turn up for duty, regardless of what is happening elsewhere.

21 May, 2020

Coronavirus: Supporting your wellbeing

BTP has launched a new wellness guide to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week.

15 May, 2020

Letter from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have written a letter to thank police officers for protecting the public during the ongoing Covid-19 emergency.

12 May, 2020

National Day for Staff Networks

Wednesday 13 May is the National Day for Staff Networks. The awareness day aims to celebrate the contribution of networks and resource groups and this year's theme is 'Adding Value'.

12 May, 2020

Coronavirus: New PPE and face coverings policy

As a result of the Government's announcement on Sunday 10 May and the subsequent announcement and discussions in Parliament yesterday, BTP has introduced a new policy regarding PPE and face coverings.

29 Apr, 2020

New Treasurer elected

Peter Kingham has been elected as BTP Federation's new Treasurer. He will be responsible for providing the Federation with financial leadership, monitoring expenditure and advising on the financial impact of the Federation's plans.

29 Apr, 2020

Chairman's Blog for April

I will start by offering our heartfelt condolences to DC John Coker's family. John's wife Annie and sons Dennis, Jerome and Jayden who have sadly lost their father, husband and friend are in our thoughts and prayers every day.

21 Apr, 2020

Welfare fund boosted by donation

The British Transport Police Federation Welfare Fund has today received a boost of £4000.

9 Apr, 2020

Coronavirus: Letter from the Chief Constable regarding PPE

Over the weekend the National Police Chiefs Council issued guidance on the use of PPE. BTP shared this information via the microsite so you can read it in full

6 Apr, 2020

Coronavirus: Guidance on protecting yourself at work

We continue to monitor official advice from Government, Public Health bodies and the Health and Safety Executive as we review our approach to the policing environment daily.

31 Mar, 2020

New General Secretary elected

Mark Marshallsay has been elected as the new General Secretary of British Transport Police Federation. He takes over from Darren Townsend, who served 5 years in the role.

31 Mar, 2020

Chairman's Blog for March

Colleagues, in extraordinary times I shall attempt to provide you with an update with regards to your Federation, but I understand what I say will possibly pale into insignificance compared to what's happening in the world - and our own country - currently.

15 Mar, 2020

Federation conference postponed

BTP Federation has taken the decision to postpone its annual conference and Awards of Excellence due to concerns around Covid-19 Coronavirus.

27 Mar, 2020

Coronavirus: Sickness absence reporting

The following reminder has been issued by the Force this afternoon (27 March 2020)

20 Mar, 20120

Coronavirus: Financial support and guidance

We're collating sources of support, guidance and advice for those of you who may be concerned about the impact the coronavirus pandemic could have on your household income.

20 Mar, 20120

Coronavirus: Line Managers update

This is the latest guidance for Line Managers and the document is passworded.

19 Mar, 2020

Temporary closure of PTCs

The Police Treatment Centres, St Andrews in Harrogate and Castlebrae in Auchterarder, will close at midday tomorrow (Friday 20 March) until further notice.

17 Mar, 2020

Coronavirus update
17 March 2020

The situation regarding coronavirus is changing rapidly so we're closely monitoring official advice and working with the Force as it responds to demands.

15 Mar, 2020

Federation conference postponed

BTP Federation has taken the decision to postpone its annual conference and Awards of Excellence due to concerns around Covid-19 Coronavirus.

12 Mar, 2020

Coronavirus: An update

Like most organisations, we and BTP are closely following the announcements from the Government and public health bodies.

28 Feb, 2020

Chairman's Blog for February

This month I attended the BTP Authority meeting at FHQ Camden and an interesting meeting it was indeed. Amongst the topics discussed were counter terrorism, county lines, Taser, custody and the staff survey.

28 Feb, 20120

South East Allowance

The SE Allowance was introduced to recognise the additional cost of living in the South East of England.