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Police crisis as more than 800 quit: Exodus as morale at single force slumps
POLICE union bosses have revealed “astonishment” at new figures which show more than 800 officers have resigned since the launch of the single force in Scotland.
They have been joined by 42 sergeants, 10 inspectors and seven chief inspectors, according to the data revealed under freedom of information laws.
In excess of 800 officers leaving the service through resignation is an astronomic number
Calum Steele, Scottish Police Federation
Almost half reported that changes to pension arrangements was the main reason behind their decision, with others saying they feel undervalued, lack necessary resources, feel pressure in their job and are unhappy about their work-life balance.
Hundreds of others have been approved for voluntary redundancy and high absence rates in command and control centres are causing concern.
Bosses have also been criticised for Police Scotland’s recruitment and retention of female police officers.
Calum Steele, general secretary of the Scottish Police Federation, which represents 98 per cent of rank and file officers, said: “The only reaction I can genuinely express is one of astonishment.
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