WIDOWS PENSIONS FOR LIFE UPDATEPublished: 03 May 2024
With reference to the Widows Pensions for Life e-mail recently circulated to Secretaries for the attention of their members and the Drop-In at Westminster on 7/5/24 in connection with the matter that it is very disappointing to report that this has been CANCELLED. The reasons are that MP’s are on a single line whip from their parties that day and there is also doubt over the Train system because of threatened strikes. This very important...
Pension Sanction Charge - Update Circulated to All Members via Email Saturday 13th AprilPublished: 15 April 2024
Dear Colleague
I have been informed by Peter Jasper ACO that the Force believes it has identified all the pensioners who have been affected by the pension Sanction Charge. Having had meetings with XPS pension Administrators, Accountants and Data Protection Advisors, the Chiefs of Norfolk and Suffolk have approved a 3 stage process for moving forward.
The Force will contact everyone involved to confirm their National Insurance...
Current Position on the Pension Commutation Sanction Charge 31/3/24Published: 05 April 2024
There has been much said on social media groups etc, about the sincerity of the Force's approach to the pension Scheme Sanction Charge issue and, disappointingly, the paraphrasing of e-mails sent out by the Force has distorted reality with a small number getting things out of proportion. I thought it would be helpful if I set out our position to date.
This issue may affect pensioners who retired from 2011 and took the maximum com...
Norfolk Scheme Sanction Charge - Latest Update 15th March 2024Published: 15 March 2024
The below email was received by Helen Wickens, our Narpo liaison regarding the Scheme Sanction Charge for Norfolk, from Peter Jasper the ACO for Norfolk.
Further to our previous correspondence on this matter, I wanted to update you on developments and steps the constabulary will be taking to resolve this issue.
As you’re aware, Norfolk and Suffolk officers who have retired from the 1987 Police Pension Scheme since 2011, may have...
Latest Update on the Commutation Scheme Sanction ChargePublished: 23 February 2024
As a result of the circular issued by the National Office of NARPO, (e-mailed to all NARPO members) which sets out the fact that some Forces were deducting a scheme sanction charge of 15% from commutation payments which breached the HMRC maximum limit, which they were not entitled to do, it became clear that Norfolk was one of those Forces.
This will only apply to those officers who have retired since 2010 when the commutation ...
Norfolk Scheme Sanction ChargePublished: 20 February 2024
Helen Wickens, secretary of Norfolk Narpo is in correspondence with Norfolk Constabulary Executive over this matter and this News item will be updated in the next few days. Please check this website regularly.
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Ill-Health Re-Assessments for retirees between 2015 and 2023Published: 23 January 2024
Officers that were Ill-health retired between 1st April 2015 and 30th September 2023 may be concerned about possible re-assessments. NARPO HQ has circulated a Briefing Note issued by the National Police Chief's Council which might give you some reassurance.
The full Briefing Note is attached
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CHANGE OF DATE OF THE FORCE CAROL SERVICEPublished: 27 October 2023
You will all have received the October Newsletter by now; unfortunately as soon as the Newsletter was published the Force notified me the date of the Carol Service had been changed at the request of the Verger of St Peter Mancroft.
The new date is : TUESDAY 19th DECEMBER 2023 at St Peter Mancroft, Norwich from 7.00pm.
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ACCESS TO OWN PENSION DETAILSPublished: 18 October 2023
You can now access your own pension details on-line by logging onto Welcome - altair Member Self-Service (myownpension.org.uk) this allows them to check your personal information is correct, see your pension benefits, view documents and print out your P60 and abridged Payslips (an updated payslip that is HMRC compliant and acceptable to banks and loan companies is currently being developed). The current uptake by pensioner members ...
NARPO considering IncorporationPublished: 27 July 2023
At the forthcoming National Conference on 8th September 2023 there will be a debate on the subject of Incorporation.
The last NARPO News carried an article on this subject and the National Executive Committee (NEC) have engaged legal experts in the field to asist in the decision making and the process going forward.
The reason for examining this, is to look at the best way of protecting members of NARPO against personal liability...
Interested in teaching young people about driving then read on:Published: 20 March 2023
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Legendary motor racing circuit Snetterton delivers thousands of driving experiences each year to the general public. One of its most popular courses is YoungDrive! - an introductory driving lesson in a new MINI One / BMW One Series for 11 to 17 ...
Pensions for LIfe - Appeal heard on 30.11.2022Published: 01 December 2022
I have received the below e-mail from NARPO HQ regarding the Pensions for life appeal hearing :_
Dear Colleague
Please see the following update from our legal team on yesterday’s Court of Appeal Hearing-
The Appeal against the original decision of Mr Justice Fordham was heard by the Court of Appeal on Wednesday 30th November.
The Appeal Hearing was streamed live, via the Court of Appeal’s Website and YouTube. ...
Police Arboretum Memorial ConsultationPublished: 03 November 2022
We have received a letter from the Chair of the Trustees of the Police Arboretum Memorial which is self explanatory.
Please consider completing the survey to assist them with their planning of a digital memorium......
Dear Colleague,
I am writing to you as Chair of the Police Arboretum Memorial Trust. It was the Trust that built and ...
Pensions for Life - Appeal date setPublished: 17 August 2022
For those of you who are following the court case re Widow(er) Pensions for life, this is the latest position that I have received from NARPO HQ
'We have today received notice that the Appeal has been listed to be heard in the Royal Courts of Justice either on 29-11-2022 or on 30-11-2022, with a time estimate of one day. The hearing will ...
SSAFA is Looking for Volunteers - Interested?Published: 30 June 2022
We have been contacted by the Norfolk Branch of SSAFA seeking Volunteers to be Case Workers. I have given you a brief flavour of what this entails, and if you are interested, please contact Peter Holtam, SAFFA Recruitment Manager on 07485257548 or email Peter.Holtam@norfolk.ssafa.org.uk.
Caseworkers visit clients to work out what type of help they need. Next, they find the right sources of support ...
Police Covenant - have your say with the Policing MinisterPublished: 14 June 2022
Have you been following the progress of the Police Covenant, the Government has promised to introduce ? You can have a say...
To assist the work under the Police Covenant, the Policing Minister, Kit Malthouse MP, has requested a roundtable discussion with NARPO members to gain insight into the experiences of retired officers.
NARPO are keen to ensure the discussion reflects the full spectrum of experiences and particularly encourage me...
NARPO Travel Insurance - Further UpdatesPublished: 08 May 2022
Towergate, the Insurance Broker, has issued two further updates in respect of the Travel Insurance. You can read them both hear
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Widow/Widowers pension Claim Hearing UpdatePublished: 10 April 2022
The below is the very latest information received from NARPO HQ:-
The Hearing before Mr Justice Fordham took place in Manchester on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th April. The Judge has now received all of the evidence and listened to all of the parties oral submissions.
At the end of the Hearing the Judge confirmed that he will now be writing his Judgement. Given the complexity of the evidence and the importance of his decisio...
New Travel Insurance Scheme launchedPublished: 10 April 2022
Towergate has issued the long awaited news of the launch of the new Travel Insurance scheme on offer to NARPO members
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Widow/Widowers Pension claim UpdatePublished: 23 March 2022
This issue has at last got a hearing date. See below for the latest update issued by NARPO HQ at Wakefield:
Regulation C9 Legal Challenge – Widows and Widowers Pensions issues Update
At long last, the Hearing to determine the legality of Regulation C9 of the Police Pensions Regulations 1987, that so badly effects widows and widowers, is upon us. The dates for the final Hearing have now been ...
Social Events - Summer 2024 - All Subsidized By Norfolk Narpo BranchEvent Date: 17/04/2024
We have Social Events planned for June, July, two in August and September 2024, all events are subsidized by the branch and offer great opportunities to meet up with old friends and colleagues while experiencing some of the delights of Norfolk.
1. Quiz and Chips on Mid Norfolk Steam Railway - Saturday 15th June
Meet at 6.45pm at Dereham Railway Station for the 7pm steam hauled train to Wymondham and return at 9pm. Enjoy freshly c...
Police Covenant - Action RequestedEvent Date: 17/04/2024
Once again this is not an Event as such but I did not want to drop the Pension scheme sanction charge from the main item on the news page.
The Home Office has introduced a Police Covenant to help to ensure the well being of Officers, in line with the Covenant in place for the Armed Services.
Narpo HQ is asking members to lobby their Members of Parliament to ensure that Narpo keep a watch on the aims of the Covenant. Please see th...
Widows/Widowers Pension Update & Requested ActionEvent Date: 17/04/2024
This is not an Event but I did not want to usurp the pension scheme sanction charge information.
In brief, any police widows/widowers who are in receipt of a police pension lose this pension should they decide to remarry. Narpo considered this a real injustice, it does not apply to Armed Forces widows/widowers and our widows/widowers should not have to chose between 'love or money.'
Narpo took this matter to the Court of ...
The Miners DisputeEvent Date: 14/03/2024
Please see below an email received by the Secretary from Brian Farmer, a reporter with BBC online.
Many of you will have memories of the Miners Dispute, if you would like to chat with Brian about your experiences please contact him direct on the number below. Thank you.
'A lot’s been written about the 40th anniversary of the miners’ strike. I was just trying to find someone from the eastern region who was in...
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGEvent Date: 06/03/2024
The Annual General Meeting of the Norfolk Branch of NARPO will be held on WEDNESDAY 6th MARCH 2024 at Aldiss Park, (Dereham Football Club), Dereham.
The venue is all on one level and there is ample car parking. The meeting starts at 2.00pm with tea, cofee & biscuits available on arrival.
Please come along as this is your opportunity to hear what your Committee has been doing throughout 2023.
UPDATE; Full details regarding...
Christmas Lunches Across the County for 2023Event Date: 01/12/2023
Christmas 2023 Events
There are 4 Christmas Lunches that Committee Members have organised across the county for everyone to enjoy.
Please read on for full details :-
Ian Taylor is organising Christmas Lunch for the Dereham area on Wednesday 6th December 2023.12.30pm for 1.00pm at The Railway Arms, North Elmham. The full price for 1 course is £16.00, 2 courses £22.00 & 3 courses is £28.00 ...
Christmas Lunches Across the CountyEvent Date: 21/09/2023
There will be Christmas Lunches arranged across the county as per last year. Full details of dates and venues and costs will appear here shortly.
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Christmas Lunch Great YarmouthEvent Date: 16/12/2021
Mark SCOTT is organising a Christmas Lunch at The Furzedown Hotel North Drive Great Yarmouth for Thursday 16th December 2021 12noon for 12.30 sit down
The cost is Two Courses £22.50 or Three Courses £27.50 For NARPO Members and guest there is a £10. discount per person. Guest is Husband Wife Partner if you have any concerns contact Mark.email mark.scott91@ntlworld.com or 07771937156
Mark will forward a men...
Christmas Lunch Anvil ConghamEvent Date: 13/12/2021
The Christmas Lunch will be held at the Anvil Congham on Monday 13th December 2021 1230 for 1pm sit down.
We have both restaurants this year and tables will be spaced in 4/6/8s
The reason we have a Monday is that the Anvil doesn't open to the public on Mondays and to accomodate our party we have been given full run of the premises.
The menu will be on a Carvery basis Turkey or Beef plus seasonal vegetabl...
West Norfolk Christmas LunchEvent Date: 13/12/2019
Stan watkinson has organised the Christmas Lunch at the Anvill Inn Congham. Stanley reports that this event was sold out within days of advertising. The event was a huge success and Stanley hopes to increase the seating for this years Western Area Christmas Lunch
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West Norfolk Christmas Lunch SOLD OUTEvent Date: 12/12/2016
West Norfolk—Christmas lunch -11.30am for 12.30pm on
Monday 12th December 2016 at the Crown Inn, Gayton.
£13 per head for members and their principle guest and £15.90 per head for non members. Cheques made payable to NARPO Norfolk Branch to Stan Watkinson, St Winifreds, Lynn Road, Gayton, Kings Lynn PE 32 1QJ or ring him on 01553 636629
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Great Yarmouth Christmas DinnerEvent Date: 09/12/2016
The Great Yarmouth Christmas Dinner will be held again at the Furzedown Hotel, Great Yarmouth on Friday 9th December 2016, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. The cost this year is £25 per head for members and their principle guest and £28 per head for non members. THis is a three course dinner with coffee and the cost includes the raffle. Helen Wickens has picked up the baton to organise this event this year so please conta...
Queen of the Broads Cruise with Hog RoastEvent Date: 17/09/2016
Norfolk Broads Boat Trip
Saturday 17th September 2016
NARPO has arranged to hire the Broads Tours ‘Queen of The Broads’ on Saturday 17th September 2016 from 11am to 3pm.
The boat will depart from Broads Tours. Wroxham Bridge and travel to Ranworth and return, On board will be a Hog Roast supplied and served by Cawdrons Butchers of Stalham we have a 65Kilo pig with Apple and Herb Stuffing Fresh Rolls Apple Sauce an...
Coach Trip - Imperial War Museum DuxfordEvent Date: 09/07/2016
This event has had to be CANCELLED due to insufficient interest.
We needed a minimum of 36 to qualify for a Coach Parking Bay and we have only had 24 members indicate an interest and a lesser number who have confirmed.
We are willing to organise trips for you but we do need to have the support of the membership to make them cost effective.
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Spring Lunch The Crown Inn GaytonEvent Date: 13/04/2016
11.30am for 12.30pm on Wednesday 13th April 2016 £13 per person per member and spouse and £15 per person for non members. Stan Watkinson is taking bookings from 14th March so please send him your cheques made paybale to 'NARPO Norfolk Branch' to Mr S R Watkinson, St Winifreds, Lynn Road, Gayton, Kings Lynn PE32 1QJ
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Norwich NARPO NatterEvent Date: 18/03/2016
The next Norwich Natter is on Friday 18th March 2016 at the White Horse, Trowse from 6.30pm onwards. This time we will be in the upstairs function room.
Food is available on the night so if you wish to eat please let Brian Pincher know beforehand so that the Landlord has anidea on numbers. Brian can be contacted on 07795507421 or e-mail him b.pincher@btinternet.com
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Great Yarmouth Christmas DinnerEvent Date: 11/12/2015
7.00pm for 7.30pm on Friday 11th December 2015 at the Furzedown Hotel, North Drive, Great Yarmouth.
£25 per head for NARPO members and partners. Non NARPO guests £28 .
Please contact Tony Shaw on 01603 717808 if you would like to go.
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The Kings Head , North Elmham - Christmas LunchEvent Date: 28/11/2015
Ian Taylor has arranged a Christmas lunch for Saturday 28th. November 2015 for 1300hrs. at The Kings Head, North Elmham. 3 courses with coffee £19.50., Main and dessert £17.50; less £2.50 for Narpo subsidy per person for members and their partners and possibly another 10% off as it's a lunchtime. If interested e.mail Ian Taylor at iantaylor508@btinternet.com,
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Norwich NARPO NatterEvent Date: 16/10/2015
The next Norwich Natter is on Friday 16th October 2015 at the White Horse, Trowse, from 6.30pm onwards.
Food is available on the night so f you do wish to eat can you please let Brian Pincher know beforehand so that he can let the Landlord have numbers. Brian can be contacted on 07795507421 or e-mail him b.pincher@btinternet.com
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Lunchtime Meet The Railway, North ElmhamEvent Date: 30/09/2015
Lunchtime meet at The Railay Freehouse, Station Road, North Elmham. Option for two course meal for £5. Arranged by Ian Taylor who can be contacted on 01362 668613 if you have any queries.
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