by andy | Jul 24, 2026 | News
Northumbria Police Federation members are being encouraged to take time for themselves as new figures reveal a sharp increase in mental health-related absences. During 2025/26, 422 Northumbria Police officers were off sick with depression, anxiety, stress or...
by martin | May 14, 2026 | News
A new trauma awareness course introduced by Northumbria Police Federation has been hailed a major success. The two-hour ‘introduction to trauma’ pilot was developed by Anthony (Anth) Pattison, the branch’s equality and health Management...
by martin | Feb 10, 2026 | News
A powerful and purpose-driven mental health and suicide prevention conference, supported financially by Northumbria Police Federation and others, brought together professionals, charities, and organisations in a united call to action on one of the region’s most...
by martin | Nov 28, 2025 | News
Northumbria Police Federation member Inspector Nicola MacGregor is using Movember to shine a light on the Force’s growing Men’s Support Network. The network highlights the support that’s available to officers and staff, and encourages men to speak openly about their...
by martin | Oct 10, 2025 | News
As World Mental Health Day (10 October) shines a global spotlight on wellbeing, Northumbria Police Federation’s Wellbeing Lead, Sergeant Anthony (Anth) Pattison, is calling on members to use the day as a moment to reflect. When we caught up with Anth, he was...
