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POA Circular 30/2025 advised of the sad passing of Honorary Life Member, Tony Freel on Saturday 17 May 2025.

I am an officer and POA member at HMP Frankland. I was left horrified and upset by the attack on my friends and colleagues on 12th April 2025.

The POA Scotland commissioned Unity Consulting Scotland to produce and analyze a survey of members and report on the findings.

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 21^st May 2025 for your information.

Following the adoption of the above motions, members may apply for 10, 15, 20, and 30-years membership badges providing the criteria is met as set out on the attached pro-forma.

The POA are delighted to announce another membership benefit from Lund Bennett. Lund Bennett are your dedicated Family Law solicitors for the POA.

The Trade Union Reform and Employment Rights Act 1993 require us to provide the membership with certain information about our accounts and finances.

"Our Prison staff work in some of the most hostile workplaces in Western Europe, which is why the POA has long called for better protective equipment for our members.

Please ensure your Health & Safety Reps carry out regular checks on PPE within your establishment.

Please find attached guidance for wing laundry rooms which has recently been distributed.