The England Government 10,000 police officers have taken second jobs, as pay falls 18% in real

Almost 10,000 police officers have taken second jobs, as pay falls 18% in real terms

The Police Federation of England Wales conducted a survey of 27,000 police officers and called the results "grim reading".

Nearly 10,000 police officers have taken up a second job in the past year, with the number coming amid warnings that officers’ pay fell 18% in real terms.

The Police Federation of England Wales conducted a survey of 27,000 police officers and called the results “grim reading”.
Police officers are permitted to take on a second job outside of their working hours with approval from their force.

We know officers are struggling and some have had to resort to food vouchers and other welfare schemes. This clearly cannot be right or acceptable that those employed to keep the public safe cannot make ends meet or put food on tables for their families.

The survey additionally found that nearly half – 44.8% – worried about their finances nearly every day.
Similarly, with some officers due to retire and others looking to leave, secondary employment can help build confidence and experience in a new industry. Unlike the armed forces, those leaving the police prior to retirement are provided with virtually no support when they leave.


Jobs often include taxi driving, photography, gardening, plumbing and beauty therapy