UK Landlines Switch to Digital
The UK is switching off its old copper landline network and moving all home phone services to a modern digital system that works through a broadband connection. This nationwide upgrade will provide clearer call quality, better protection against scams and a more reliable, future-proof service. For most people, the change will simply mean plugging their […]
LLA Election Toolkit
Later Life Ambitions (LLA) is determined to ensure that the voice of people in later life is heard during the elections taking place across much of the United Kingdom on 7 May 2026. These elections will determine the composition of the Scottish Parliament, Senedd Cymru (Welsh Parliament), and local authorities across much of England. Decisions […]
The Gratitude Games 2026
The Gratitude Games – a fun, exciting event to help support Emergency Responders’ and NHS staff mental health Enter the Gratitude Games Now Come and join in The Gratitude Games, a fun, inclusive mix of sporting events in Manchester and around the country. Open to current and former Emergency Responders (including NARPO), NHS staff and families, […]
Home Office Survey
The Home Office is conducting research to review Regulation 12 and ensure the policy remains relevant to the police workforce of today. As part of this work, they are gathering evidence on retired police officers’ experiences and views of Regulation 12. The Home Office would be grateful if members could take part. Survey link: https://www.homeofficesurveys.homeoffice.gov.uk/s/YWU760/ […]
Celebrate International Women’s Day with Police Mutual
Police Mutual are hosting a series of free wellbeing webinars focusing on the issues that commonly affect woman’s wellbeing. View to the PDF HERE to click the links!
Remembering the Iraq War – 15 Years On
Please see the below message from the Royal British Legion (RBL) Members and families who are interested in attending should use the link in the email message from RBL We are hosting a daytime commemorative event at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire on Friday 22nd May 2026 to mark the 15th anniversary of the […]
XPS Portal Update
Colleagues, Following some concerns being raised in relation to the deleting of historic data on the XPS systems which is due to take effect from 31st January 2026, following discussion with Toby Clark at XPS please see below an more in depth explanation of the changes for the information of XPS members and some […]
Branch Structure Survey
At the NARPO 2025 Conference, Resolution No. 1 (Gwent Branch) was passed, instructing the National Executive Committee (NEC) to review the Association’s current branch structure. The resolution noted that many branches reflect police force boundaries established several decades ago and asked the NEC to consider whether aligning branches with current force areas may be appropriate. […]
PFEW Welcomes Landmark Sentencing Reform to Protect Police, Prison and Probation staff
Please see the attached link to the PFEW announcement. The proposals extend to retired Police officers. https://polfed.org/news/latest-news/2025/pfew-welcomes-landmark-sentencing-reform-to-protect-police-prison-and-probation-staff/
The Beat Goes On – Survey
NARPO is pleased to support The Beat Goes On, an important new research project being carried out by the University of Bradford exploring the long-term impact of police service on health, wellbeing, and life after retirement. This study offers a valuable opportunity for retired officers to ensure that their experiences, challenges, and perspectives help shape […]