British Transport Police Federation

05 Dec, 2023

Blue Light Hike raises £16,000

The not-for-profit organisation, PTSD999, has received a cash boost of £16,000 which will help to fund mental health training and support for emergency service workers.

20 Nov, 2023

International Men's Day: Make time for old mates

According to a survey from the Movember Foundation, one in four UK men are in contact with friends less than once a month, and one in ten can't remember the last time they interacted with mates.

13 Nov, 2023

Public and Personal Safety Training APP consultation

Assaults on police officers and concerns about use of force are both increasing so it is timely that the College of Policing is holding a public consultation on its draft Public and Personal Safety Training Authorised Professional Practice document.

13 Nov, 2023

Metfriendly Police Family Finance Index Survey

The cost of living is hitting the pockets of police officers hard. The findings from the Police Family Finance Index from Metfriendly highlight that the vast majority say they have financial concerns (86%) and some (27%) are missing meals due to lack of money.

08 Nov, 2023

Chairman's Blog for October

Welcome to this month's blog. I hope that you are all as well as can be in what has, yet again another busy month within the Force.

15 Sept, 2023

Launch of the BTP Sikh Association

BTP Federation was pleased to support the recent launch of the BTP Sikh Association, which provides a network of support for officers, staff and volunteers throughout the force.

3 Oct, 2023

Chairman's Blog for September

A warm welcome to the Federation blog reflecting on September, another busy month for the Federation.

15 Sept, 2023

#BTPBrilliance honoured at awards ceremony

Brave and dedicated British Transport Police officers have been honoured at the annual British Transport Police Federation Awards of Excellence.

12 Sept, 2023

Federation Conference 2023

British Transport Police Federation's conference gets underway tomorrow (13 September) in Southampton.

31 Aug, 2023

Chairman's Blog for August

Welcome to the latest Federation Blog. I hope that you are all as well as can be in what has been a busy period since my last blog. There is quite a bit to comment on which I hope you find useful.

22 August, 2023

Your pension questions answered

Do you fully understand your Railway's police pension? Are you aware of the options you have when taking benefits?

10 August, 2023

About the Female Police Association

While BTP Federation represents all members, irrespective of their background or identity, we recognise and are grateful for the diverse experience and knowledge of the Employee Support Associations.

4 August, 2023

Pay award update

On 13 July, it was announced that police pay for 2023/24 will increase by 7% across all ranks. This will appear on your pay slips from September 2023.

08 August, 2023

Fed Reps complete their Blue Light Hike and raise more than £6000 for PTSD999

Stuart Cowan, Chair of BTP Federation, and Gary Thwaite, CEO of Civil Nuclear Police Federation, have completed their epic Blue Light Hike.

25 July, 2023

Blue Light Hike underway: Federation leaders leave the Lakes bound for London

Stuart Cowan, Chair of BTP Federation, and Gary Thwaite, CEO of Civil Nuclear Police Federation, have this morning (25 July 2023) begun their 500km sponsored hike from the Lake District to London.

13 July, 2023

Pay award for 2023/24

The Chair of BTP Federation has responded to today's announcement that police pay for 2023/24 will increase by 7% across all ranks.

11 July, 2023

Introducing Federation Solicitor Runa Hakim

Earlier this year we said farewell to Catherine Ridley who retired as the Federation's solicitor after more than 20 years' service. Catherine was succeeded by Runa Hakim who certainly hit the ground running; several members have already been advised by her.

28 June, 2023

General Secretary's Blog for June

I will start by congratulating ACC Sean O'Callaghan (OBE), Cath Daley (MBE) and Ezekiel Awoyomi (BEM) for all being named in the King's Birthday Honours.

28 June, 2023

Blue Light Hike: Federation leaders to walk from The Lakes to London for PTSD999

The countdown is on a 500km fundraising hike Stuart Cowan, Chair of BTP Federation, and Gary Thwaite, CEO of Civil Nuclear Police Federation are tackling in support of PTSD999.

31 May, 2023

Chairman's Blog for May

Colleagues, welcome to the Federation Blog for May, in what's been another busy and challenging time for our members.

15 May, 2023

Mental Health Awareness Week: PC Paul Wood on anxiety

A police officer who struggled with severe anxiety after being violently attacked on duty is encouraging colleagues not to suffer in silence if they experience mental health challenges.

5 May, 2023

Federation Secretary steps up to the challenge for police charity

87 kilometres and around 170,000 steps later, Mark Marshallsay has completed his 24-hour treadmill challenge in aid of the Police Treatment Centres.

13 Apr, 2023

Farewell to Federation Solicitor, Catherine Ridley

BTP Federation has bid farewell to Catherine Ridley, who has retired from her role as the Federation's in-house solicitor.

03 Apr, 2022

Chairman's Blog for Mar

Colleagues, welcome to the Chairs blog for March 2023. I hope that you are all safe and well and have enjoyed a mixture of work and downtime. It's been another busy month with the Federation and here are some updates for you all.

03 Apr, 2023

Write to your MP about pay

MPs ensure our voices are heard in Parliament. They represent all residents in their local area (whether we voted for them or not) and can raise their concerns.

22 Mar, 2023

Stepping up to the challenge for ill and injured colleagues

Mark Marshallsay is embarking on a 24-hour treadmill challenge to raise money for the Police Treatment Centres.

9 Mar, 2023

Response to PFEW pay demand

The Police Federation of England and Wales has today called for a minimum 17% pay rise for police officers this year.

8 Mar, 2023

International Women's Day: Representation matters

Alison Jones, BTP Federation's first female rep, was elected in the early 1980's. Since then, much has changed both in policing and the Federation...

2 Mar, 2023

Chairman's Blog for Feb

Welcome to the February blog, I hope that this finds everyone well, in what has been another challenging month for policing.

6 Feb, 2023

Who are Motorfinity?

Our newest member service providers are the car sales and leasing company, Motorfinity.

31 Jan, 2022

Chairman's Blog for Jan

I'd like to welcome you all to my first blog of 2023. I hope that you all had a happy festive period and everyone reading this can look forward to a very prosperous year ahead.

11 Jan, 2023

Federation seeks Conduct and Performance Lead

BTP Federation is seeking to engage a Conduct and Performance Lead to provide specialist advice and assistance to Federation Representatives and members.

10 Jan, 2023

Federation responds to review concerns

UPDATED TO INCLUDE RESPONSE FORMS - Having received a significant number of concerned phone calls and emails from our members about the Layers and Spans Review we wanted to set out our position.

30 Dec, 2022

MBE for 'trailblazing' former BTP Federation Chair Nigel Goodband

Nigel 'Nobby' Goodband has been awarded The Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), for services to policing.

22 Dec, 2022

Industrial Action by the Ambulance Service

Having been contacted by concerned members about British Transport Police's stance on assisting during industrial action by members of the ambulance service we wanted to make our position clear:

22 Dec, 2022

Lottery players raise £21,000 for good causes

This year, players of the BTP Federation lottery have supported charities, sports clubs, community groups and other good causes to the tune of more than £21,000.

21 Dec, 2022

Chairman's Blog Vlog for Dec

Colleagues - welcome to this month's blog which has been recorded as a vlog. To watch it, click the image or read the full transcript below.

5 Dec, 2022

Chairman's Blog for Nov

It is only right and proper that I start by paying respect to our colleagues, Steve Berry and Mark Stokes. It was with a heavy heart that we were made aware of the sad news of their passing.

1 Dec, 2022

Pre-retirement courses for 2023

we are pleased to see more pre-retirement courses planned for 2023.

9 Nov, 2022

#BTPBrilliance:
Nominate a colleague for an Award of Excellence

Nominations for the 2023 BTP Federation Awards of Excellence are now open.

9 Nov, 2022

Meet the award-winning chaplain supporting our colleagues

A railway chaplain who provides a welcome listening ear to BTP officers and staff has won a national award for his work on the frontline.

3 Nov, 2022

Death of PC Mark Stokes

We are deeply saddened to report the death of our colleague PC Mark Stokes.

31 Oct, 2022

Chairman's Blog for Oct

No doubt some of you will have been watching the developments in Government with interest.

29 Sept, 2022

Lottery grants: Jenny and Llewi return with a rosette

Throughout the year, BTP Federation lottery grants totalling thousands of pounds are awarded to members for charitable, sporting, or cultural purposes.

29 Sept, 2022

Chairman's Blog for Sept

Colleagues, there is no other way for me to begin my first monthly blog as Federation Chair than with the sad passing of Her Majesty, The Queen

5 Sept, 2022

Deputy Chair of the Federation, Debi Rouse, retires

At this year's Federation conference, we are bidding farewell to several long-serving Federation Reps. Among their number is Debi Rouse...

1 Sept, 2022

Federation Conference 2022

British Transport Police Federation reps will meet in Cardiff for the organisation's annual conference on 6-7 September.

1 Sept, 2022

Fed Rep Mark 'Bish' Bishop retires

At this month's Federation conference, we are saying goodbye to several familiar faces. One of those is Mark Bishop who is retiring after 34 years' police service.

25 August, 2022

Guest Blog: Michelle Pidgen and Brian Williams

The Federation elections in March saw a group of new Reps chosen by members across the force area.

28 July, 2022

Chairman's Blog for July

I sadly find myself writing my last monthly blog for you; how time flies when you are enjoying yourself.

21 July, 2022

Retirement Seminar Repeated

Due to popular demand, Police Money Matters (PMM) will provide more retirement seminars for BTP Federation members.

21 July, 2022

Fed Reps to receive mental health training

Federation reps from across the force area will receive mental health awareness training this summer.

7 July, 2022

Charity amnesty for Special Constables

The Police Treatment Centres charity is holding an amnesty for Special Constables.

7 July, 2022

EuroCop monthly news update - June

The European Confederation of Police (EuroCOP) is the umbrella organisation for police unions and staff organisations in Europe.

29 June, 2022

Chairman's Blog for June

I shall start by welcoming Stuart Cowan, the newly elected National Chair of BTP Federation, to West Dulwich.

22 June, 2022

Free mortgage advice surgeries

BTP Federation has teamed up with Uniform Mortgages to provide free mortgage advice surgeries.

20 June, 2022

Police Covenant update

The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022. Within the bill is the provision for a new Police Covenant.

15 June, 2022

Police Money Matters retirement seminars

On behalf of BTP Federation, Police Money Matters (PMM) is providing retirement seminars.

10 June, 2022

Maternity survey

If you have had a period of maternity leave at any point in your policing career, your thoughts and experiences could help shape the way BTP and other forces support women during and after pregnancy.

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.