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The Prison Officers' Association (POA) today thanked the outgoing Prisons Minister, Lord Timpson, for the constructive engagement he showed with the union during his time in office, while calling on the Government to seize the opportunity presented by his departure to finally deliver workplace justice and dignity for Prison Officers.

Theme: From Equity to Action: Transforming Work for Black Workers

Jackie Marshall NEC reports on the TUC Disabled Workers’ Conference 2026

Why the trade union movement is proud to be woke, knowing workers are stronger together regardless of background, race, gender or sexuality I was very proud to chair the above fringe meeting with the TUC lead Kate Llewellyn, along with Mark Fairhurst, POA National Chair, and the turnout and contribution from delegates was excellent. There was some excellent debate, and some my ...

The unity we saw at the conference is vital as we move forward, continuing to fight for the pay recognition our challenging, dangerous and unique job description deserves Annual conference 2026 proved to be a successful week with some healthy debates and first-time delegates proving once again that the future of the union looks very promising. It was a pleasure to see so many ...

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 24^th June 2026 for your information.

POA Circular 83/2023 announced the successful applicants for the Conduct Committee who would serve for a period of 3 years from 1 November 2023 until 1 November 2026.

Amy Perks, HMP Long Lartin and Jess Baynes, HMP Erlestoke report on the 2026 Women’s TUC Conference

Paul Telford, HMP Frankland and member of the POA H&S Consultative Committee, examines health and safety issues for night workers

Responding to the Lord Chancellor David Lammy’s announcement of an independent review of Prisons, to be chaired by former Home Secretary Amber Rudd, the POA leadership have reacted with bewilderment.