Research

This multi-phase study is assessing the economic burden of trauma-related mental health problems in UK policing and the value for money of interventions. Phase 1 (literature review) indicates elevated prevalence of PTSD, depression and anxiety among police compared with the general population, alongside significant but under-reported costs to forces and society. Findings will inform cost estimates and economic models in later phases.

Resources for: Senior leaders, wellbeing and OH teams, finance/HR, commissioners, funders

This market research survey gathered the views of more than 2,000 serving officers, veterans and family members to understand their experiences of harm, recovery needs and the types of support they most value. The findings highlight high levels of psychological harm related to policing, significant and lasting impacts on wellbeing and family life, and clear demand for mental health, physical rehabilitation, peer support and practical advice services.

Resources for: Senior leaders, wellbeing teams, service designers, funders, Police Care UK programme leads