Widows/Widowers Pension For Life – 21st December 2022
Survivors shouldn’t have to choose between financial security and happiness. We need a UK-wide policy that mirrors Northern Ireland’s, ensuring that those that remarry or cohabit after the loss of their loved one retain their pensions in full, regardless of circumstance. Further information about the campaign is contained in these leaflets: Widows Pension for Life and […]
Update from LLA – 13th November 2022
Later Life Ambitions have had a busy year in 2022. As you will be well aware, a year of volatile politics has meant our campaigning has been more important than ever, ensuring that your voices are heard at the heart of government. Our primary focus this year has been on the campaign to maintain […]
NARPO Villas – 9th November 2022
I have been in email contact with Lord Wolf who owns the Villa Scylla properties in Italy and also Villa Endymion in the Netherlands. Over recent years, NARPO Members have been given the opportunity to stay at these properties due to Lord Wolf’s generosity. The current situation is that the Villa Scylla properties are in […]
NARPO Conference 2022 – 10th September 2022
Following the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II a decision was made by the NEC to cancel NARPO Conference. Members and guests of NARPO came together on Friday morning to pay their respects and exchange memories of Her Majesty. The next Conference will be on Friday 8th September 2023 at Blackpool The Motions for this […]
Police Care UK launch Ill Health Retirement Commitment – 2nd September 2022
Police Care UK has launched the Ill Health Retirement Commitment in response to feedback collected as part of the Injury on Duty research. Respondents who went through ill health retirement reported finding the support they needed difficult or non-existent whilst others talked about the lengthy assessment and decision-making process that had left them feeling isolated and […]
NEW Flint House support programme for retired officers – 1st July 2022
NARPO are delighted to announce our friends at Flint House are launching a support programme for retired police officers. For a minimum monthly donation of £5 retired police officers can now apply to benefit from their world class physical rehabilitation and mental health support. Whether it’s for a new injury, post operative rehabilitation, physiotherapy for cancer, long standing back […]
Court rules Police Widows and Widowers must continue to choose between love and money. – 27th May 2022
The National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO) and the Police Federation have expressed their profound disappointment after a judge ruled against a legal challenge on widows and widowers’ pensions. However, the judge has given leave to appeal and clear guidance on the basis of the appeal. NARPO and the Police Federation have been campaigning […]
Later Life Ambitions Local Elections Toolkit – 14th April 2022
Later Life Ambitions (LLA) is determined to ensure that the voice of British pensioners is heard in local government. We’re asking that you get in touch with your local councillor or council candidate to ask them to consider the needs of those in later life. Some areas are having local elections this May. If your […]
NARPO 2O24 Photography Competition
This year, we are inviting our members to explore the theme of Great British Landmarks and capture the essence of these remarkable sites. From ancient monuments to impressive modern structures, Britain boasts a wealth of historical and naturally stunning locations. The top 12 photographs that best showcase these landmarks will be featured in the NARPO […]
NARPO and the New UK Police Memorial – 24th January 2022
As members may know, the new UK Police Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire was dedicated by HRH the Prince of Wales in July 2021 following a successful fundraising campaign of which NARPO and its members played a significant part. Families of officers killed, representatives from the Service, policing charities including NARPO, politicians […]