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The Rapid Relief Team (RRT) will host an appreciation week to recognise the work of police officers to protect the public and keep communities safe.
The charity is partnering with the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) to deliver a programme of activity from 20 to 24 April that will directly reach up to 28,000 police officers across England and Wales.
The appreciation week will see a total of 265 welfare events take place over five days, with RRT volunteers visiting police stations to provide refreshments for officers and thank police officers for their service.
The week aims to shine a light on the role police officers play in safeguarding communities, while highlighting the importance of supporting officer wellbeing and morale.
“Supporting officer wellbeing and morale is crucial to ensuring police forces can continue serving communities effectively. As a charity committed to supporting the emergency services, we are proud to work alongside the National Police Chiefs’ Council to deliver this nationwide initiative and support thousands of officers across the country.”
Ross Norman, RRT UK Head of Operations.
The RRT is calling on the public to take a moment during Police Appreciation Week to recognise the dedication of police officers in their communities and show appreciation for the work they do to keep the public safe.
It will be the largest scale event ever delivered by the RRT which has more than 10 years of experience providing practical support to emergency services and frontline organisations across the UK.
The RRT will be working closely with police forces and the NPCC to ensure the events fit within operational duty while offering officers a chance to pause, connect, reflect and feel appreciated for the work they do to keep communities safe.
“Simple gestures such as a hot meal, a good cup of coffee and a friendly face can make a big difference to our day – which is why we are so grateful for the work of the Rapid Relief Team, not only in providing refreshments to our workforces across the country, but also shining a light on the vital work they do each and every single day.”
Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, Chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council.
The Police Appreciation Week follows the charity’s A&E Appreciation Week last year.
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