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Like all infections, a national problem becomes a bigger problem within the prison system because of the close proximity we have with each other and with prisoners.

Our campaign to tackle violence in the workplace goes to Westminster

Another vicious attack on a prison officer begs the question: when will decisions be made to make our violent workplaces safer?

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 27^th March 2024 for your information.

Please bring the contents of this circular to the attention of all POA members.

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 12^th and 13^th March 2024 for your information.

The POA Pay Submission can now be officially sent out as the other parties involved have now shared their documents.

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 28^th February 2024 for your information.

The government is currently consulting with Trade Unions about whether to implement employment tribunal fees and how much they should charge.

Have you recently worked for the HMPPS? Have you recently worked in roles that put you in direct contact with vulnerable prisoners?