Prison Officers from across the UK will attend one of the most important Conferences for the Union in decades.
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PR 276: RADEMAKER REPORT
The POA has claimed that the outcome of a Review into the levels of Bullying, Harassment, Discrimination and Victimisation within His Majesty’s Probation and Prison Service, vindicates the views and experiences of its members.
CIRC 026: CHESTERTON GRANT
The POA are proud to offer another membership benefit from Chesterton Grant. Chesterton Grant, offer fee-free mortgage advice for you, your friends and family.
INTERVIEW WITH DANIELLE PIPER
Gatelodge talks to Danielle Piper about her time at the 2024 POA Supporting Women in the Workplace Workshop
WHY THE HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE IS SO IMPORTANT
The Health and Safety Consultative Committee is vital for maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. Its importance extends across multiple areas, including operational and employee wellbeing.
CIRC 025: NATIONAL CHAIR UPDATE APRIL 2025
The Prison Service Pay Review Body has confirmed it has submitted its 2025 report on Public Sector Prisons in England and Wales to the Government. We now await the date for publication from Government.
KEY LINES THE POA WILL CAMPAIGN ON IN 2025
Prison officers’ pay, retirement age and right to strike are among the issues your association will target this year, along with prison maintenance
PR 275: PRISON OFFICERS’ UNION SECURES COMMITMENT TO EXTEND THE PROVISION OF PAVA SPRAY
Prison Officers’ Union Leaders have welcomed an announcement by Justice Secretary, Shabana Mahmood to extend the use of PAVA, an incapacitant pepper spray to a select number of staff at three youth detention centres in Werrington, Wetherby and Feltham.
Mark Fairhurst provides update following meeting with Shabana Mahmood
POA National Chair Mark Fairhurst provides update following meeting with the Secretary of State for Justice, Shabana Mahmood
CIRC 024: NEC MINUTES
Please find attached NEC minutes for the 9th April 2025 for your information.
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