Parliament will protect covenant, Home Secretary promises

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The campaign backed by Police Oracle to get welfare protection enshrined in law is set to become a reality for current and retired officers and staff, Priti Patel has confirmed.

Date - 8th September 2020
By - Chris Smith

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Priti Patel confirmed at the Police Superintendents’ Association annual conference that the Police Covenant will be introduced in legislation in the new Parliamentary session. She announced it will be extended to cover all who work or have...

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