This petition was submitted during the 2017–2019 Conservative government
Rejected petition ALL Police Forces, take their duty of care seriously for staff re Mental Health.
1 in 4 people in the UK suffer with some form of mental health.
It was reported in April 2018 that at least 80% of Police Officers in the UK suffer with some form of Mental Health problems. That;s 8 out of 10!!! MANY officers are treated unfairly and go completely unsupported by their force!!!!
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This is without the members of Police Staff also affected and treated in the same way. People are disciplined and even sacked for being mentally ill and forces are getting away with it.
There are massive inconsistencies throughout the country in treatment, IF support is given this is limited due to funds being restricted. Officers are taking their own lives because they have nowhere to go and get no support. It is NOT acceptable and the Government need to ensure Police Forces take ownership.
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