Defence Police Federation

We stand in solidarity with our colleagues in Northern Ireland. Our thoughts are with the injured officer, their loved ones, and fellow officers, and we wish them a full and swift recovery. We extend our support to all those who continue to serve and protect their communities.

News Release: Federation condemns ‘appalling and deliberate attack’ on officer

The attempted murder of a police officer in Downpatrick has been condemned by the Chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland Liam Kelly.

Mr Kelly said: “This was an appalling and deliberate attack. I wish to add my condemnation to that already expressed across the community. What happened in Downpatrick was shocking and brutal.

“From what I’ve seen online, this appears to have been a calculated and dangerous driving act with no effort made to slow down or avoid the officer.

"My thoughts, and those of every officer in the PSNI, are with our seriously injured colleague and his loved ones.

“This incident graphically illustrates the risks our officers face as they work to safeguard communities and confront law-breakers.”

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Our General Secretary, Darren Mitchell, said it was a privilege to attend the 54th Annual Conference of the PFNI in support of our fellow colleagues.

Our General Secretary joined fellow UK Police Federations at the UK Police Health & Safety Committee meeting to ensure Defence Police Federation members continue to be represented on key policing welfare and safety issues.

A number of important topics were discussed during the meeting, including PPE provision, workplace safety inspections, officer welfare, and the growing impact of work-related stress across policing.

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Representing Members on Health, Safety & Welfare Issues - Defence Police Federation Our General Secretary recently attended the UK Police Health and Safety Committee meeting alongside other UK Police Federations to ensure Defence Police Federation members continue to be represented on the health, safety, and welfare issues affecting policing. A number of important topics were discu...