The September edition of our monthly newsletter is OUT NOW featuring the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer and the moving story of retired Met Police officer and Police Care UK beneficiary, John Corr. We also marked National Police Memorial Day on September 28 and

Interested in learning more about Police Care UK and how you could help us support those who have been physically or psychologically harmed in their policing role? We are holding two more online Volunteer Information Sessions, where you can learn more about what we do and how

In July 2025, data from 47 Forces revealed over 17,700 UK police officers were signed off work due to stress, anxiety, depression, or PTSD in 2024-2025 - a 22% increase from the previous year. This #WorldMentalHealthDay check in on someone you think might be struggling. You

Police Care UK Chief Executive Officer Geoff Cheshire was delighted to take part in round-table discussions on delivering Police Reform earlier this month. Geoff joined senior leaders in UK policing - including Met Police commissioner Sir Mark Rowley and HMIC of Constabulary &

IT’S NOT TOO LATE Interested in learning more about Police Care UK and how you could help provide vital support for those physically or psychologically harmed in their policing role? We are holding the first of two more online Volunteer Information Sessions this week, as we

We’ve launched our NEW lottery! Play the Police Care UK weekly lottery and you could win big and help us to restore the lives of those in UK policing who are impacted by trauma. Every player has a 1 in 63 chance of winning a prize! For every £1 you play each week, you’ll

Today sees the very first edition of the Police Care UK Lottery and you’ve still got a chance to be included in this week’s draw. For as little as £1 per week you could sign up and scoop a £25,000 jackpot, while at the same time supporting our work helping mitigate the impact of

REMINDER Interested in learning more about Police Care UK and how you could help provide vital support for those physically or psychologically harmed in their policing role? We are holding another online Volunteer Information Session next week, as we look to recruit our next

Did you know? Our partner, award-winning cruise and tour operator Riviera Travel, donates 10% of the cost of your holiday to Police Care UK when you mention the Charity as you book! This means you can relax in one of hundreds of fabulous destinations around the globe, knowing

What would you spend £25,000 on? You could….. Stock up on a lifetime supply of baked beans. Buy a new car. Install a hot tub and have change for a new BBQ. Book a dream holiday…..or….. Hire an Elvis impersonator to follow you around for a month. Sign up to play the Police

It’s #TrusteesWeek The time of year when we celebrate the amazing contribution made by trustees for their charities and recognise the difference they make. Thank you to all our Police Care UK trustees for the time, commitment, and effort you bring to help us make the difference

Today is #NationalStressAwarenessDay - a reminder that managing stress is essential, not optional. Police Care UK supports serving & former officers, staff and families affected by trauma, helping them recover & rebuild. For advice on managing stress visit

Following recent appointment of our new CEO, Geoff Cheshire, we are delighted to announce the additional appointment of our new Chair and Vice Chair of Trustees to lead our charity in the next chapter. Read more > policecare.org.uk/2025/11/04/new… #TrusteesWeek

The October edition of our monthly newsletter is OUT NOW featuring the launch of our Police Care UK Weekly Lottery > policecare.org.uk/lottery. We’re also on the hunt for volunteers with lived experience of the Ill Health Retirement process, to help with our redesigned Peer

Recent data shows 100 police officers have died by suicide in the past three years, while our research has shown one in five police may by suffering with PTSD. Police Care UK provide specialist clinical therapy and financial assistance to those impacted by physical or

New Community Fundraising Volunteer Mitra made his Police Care UK debut in Guildford last month, as he helped us kick-off another busy month of engagement in October. Mitra teamed up with Volunteering Co-ordinator Tracy Bowdery to chat with hundreds of students about supporting

Playing the Police Care UK Weekly Lottery is a win-win! You’ll have the chance to win big and feel good at the same time. For as little as £1 per week you could scoop the £25,000 jackpot, while supporting our work helping reduce the impact of trauma experienced by our UK police,

Today, we stand together to acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice made by all those who have died in military service, or while serving our communities. Our thoughts are with all those who gave up their today to ensure our safety and freedom. We will remember them.

“It does affect your family. My wife has had to watch me change. She has known one person and then suddenly, a couple years ago, I changed completely to being this soulless person sitting there.” John had a long career in the Metropolitan Police and was one of the first officers

Police Care UK is pleased to support corporate partner Metfriendly’s Police Family Finance Index (PFFI) report - a key independent input into police pay submissions and insight into the financial wellbeing of officers and staff. Last year’s PFFI report revealed 55% of officers,