Visit http://www.ipa-uk.org for more rss feeds. http://www.ipa-uk.org/CoreCode/rss/rssdisplay.aspx?Item=News&pageId=972 en-gb Copyright http://www.ipa-uk.org, 2010 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:49:08 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ 15 2010 Photo Competition - Section UK There are three categories and prizes: Open Competition    A digital camera (model to be annoounced) + £75 Police Theme            £75 IPA Theme          ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Photography-Competition-Deadline-Date- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Photography-Competition-Deadline-Date- Wed, 07 Apr 2010 15:14:33 GMT Kevin Hullah, secretary of the Caravan & Camping Group has announced today that the group is it be known as the Caravan & Camping Group and not as the Caravanning & Camping Group. This was discussed and agreed at the recent AGM.  7/4/10 http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Caravan-Camping-Group-Name-Confirmation 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Caravan-Camping-Group-Name-Confirmation Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:31:27 GMT Our Web developer is planning an upgrade to the main web hosting platform on Saturday 10 April 2010. This means the British Section's website will be unavailable for up to 2 hours at any time during 9am and 6pm. Whilst the programmers don't anticipate the offline period being any longer than 2 hours, the nature of the upgrade means there is... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Scheduled-Website-Maintenance 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Scheduled-Website-Maintenance Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:47:16 GMT IPA Austria have announced a Golf Week taking place between 5 - 12 June 2010.  See the attached flyer for more details: 10-6-Austria-Golfweek.pdf http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Austrian-Golf-Week-Announced 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Austrian-Golf-Week-Announced Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:14:37 GMT The deadline date to register for the IEC Conference and Friendship Week in France has been extended to 30th April 2010.  Anyone transferring money to France is kindly requested to specify the names of the persons that the payment relates to, to enable the conference organisers to link registrations to payments. When registering in a... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Deadline-date-for-IEC-Conference---Friendship-Week-bookings-extended 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Deadline-date-for-IEC-Conference---Friendship-Week-bookings-extended Tue, 30 Mar 2010 17:01:51 GMT Don't be put off by the old saying - buy yourself an IPA T-Shirt and get ready for the warmer weather.  For more details follow: : http://www.ipa-uk.org/Home http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Neer-cast-a-clout-till-May-be-out 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Neer-cast-a-clout-till-May-be-out Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:41:52 GMT IBZ Gimborn has now been awarded the ISO quality certificate. The ISO award involves an ongoing, systematic evaluation of a quality management system, together with an internationally recognised certification that confirms to customers, shareholders, suppliers and employees that the management systems conform to world standards. Hopefully... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/-ISO-Certificate-awarded-to-IBZ-Gimborn 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/-ISO-Certificate-awarded-to-IBZ-Gimborn Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:39:07 GMT Section UK's Motorcycle Group held its AGM on 25 March at the Ace Cafe, London.  Dave Taylor, Chair, reports that 14 people attended from all over the UK.   The result of the elections is as follows: Chair - Dave Taylor Vice Chair - Edwin Sutton Secretary - Martyn Ripley Treasurer - Mike Vince. Picture... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcyle-Group-meet-in-London-for-their-AGM 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcyle-Group-meet-in-London-for-their-AGM Fri, 26 Mar 2010 09:10:27 GMT Number 2 Region (Northern Ireland) has a new Chair.  Carol Spence, a member of Greater Belfast Branch since 1978, takes over from Mark Kernohan who stood down after 10 years as Chair. Pete Connolly takes over from Beverly Gannon who has stood down as Secretary.  Ian Hunt and Petra Loyer remain as Vice Chair and Treasurer... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Carol-takes-the-helm-in-Northern-Ireland 21, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Carol-takes-the-helm-in-Northern-Ireland Thu, 25 Mar 2010 16:42:12 GMT Will Burnett has notified BSAC that at the recent Bournemouth Branch AGM is was agreed that the branch will now be known as Dorset Branch with immediate effect.   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Bournemouth-Branch-Name-Change 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Bournemouth-Branch-Name-Change Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:33:29 GMT Work is continuing on the placement of memorabilia items on the walls at BSAC, in advance of the Open Day to be held on 24 July.  Many thanks to IPA members Phillip and Vivianne Powell who have been helping with this.  A collage of photographs depicting IPA, its activities and its members over the past 6 decades is now being planned. ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Memorabilia-Display-at-BSAC---photos-required 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Memorabilia-Display-at-BSAC---photos-required Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:37:10 GMT   The 2010 meeting of the Board of Trustees of Gimborn will take place in May 2010 and Stephen Crockard will have the opportunity to offer suggestions for seminars, for the year 2011, on behalf of Section UK. There is no guarantee that these suggestions will be taken up, but they are taken into serious consideration in the planning... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/We-need-your-ideas 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/We-need-your-ideas Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:37:35 GMT Police World Edition 1 2010  is now available on-line. Please visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Police-World to view it or any back issue from 2009. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Police-World-Edition-1-2010--On-line-Now! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Police-World-Edition-1-2010--On-line-Now! Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:29:32 GMT Dave Taylor was elected as Regional Chair at the Region's Annual General Meeting, held on 13 March 2010.  He takes over from Chris Charlton who stood down after three years in post.  The office of Regional Treasurer, previously held by Dave, goes to William Lloyd; whilst Bill Gee and Mark Faunt remain as Regional Secretary and Regional... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Chair-for-Northern-England-Region 32, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Chair-for-Northern-England-Region Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:18:11 GMT As part of of the Association's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, IPA Scotland is proud to announce the launch of a new IPA Tartan. The Tartan, registered with the Scottish Register of Tartans in the name of 'International Police Association (IPA 2010)' is already in demand and the kiltmaker commissioned by IPA Scotland will soon travel to... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Scotland-Launch-Tartan 14, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Scotland-Launch-Tartan Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:37:34 GMT It was all go at the British Section Admin Centre (BSAC) on Friday 12 March when Phillip Powell, National Archivist, and his wife Vivianne visited to complete the next phase of preparing the building for the Open Day planned for 24 July. In recent years, Phillip and Vivianne have worked on removing items from the walls etc at BSAC and... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/All-Go-at-the-British-Section-Admin-Centre 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/All-Go-at-the-British-Section-Admin-Centre Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:36:22 GMT There are still some limited edition prints of the special Diamond Jubilee painting left.  The painting was produced by John Edwards, the creator of JEDD, and features caricatures of Police Officers from countries around the world. You can view the print, and other items featuring the picture, by visiting... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Dont-miss-out! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Dont-miss-out! Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:37:10 GMT IPA South Africa report that they are being contacted with many requests from IPA members wanting accommodation and transport for the 2010 World Cup. The South African Section wish it to be known, however, that whilst they  we will go out of their way to assist with accommodation, they are not in a position to assist members (especially... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:18:45 GMT The Annual General Meeting of Region 9 will be held on Friday 26 March at Bushey.  For details contact 9region@ipa-uk.org   Your Region needs you; please attend if you can. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Calling-members-in-North-West-London-Bedfordshire-and-Hertfordshire 38, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Calling-members-in-North-West-London-Bedfordshire-and-Hertfordshire Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:56:54 GMT There's still places available for this event being held on Sunday 21 March.  For more details go to http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Event-Catalog/Social/3-Region-Scarborough-Branch---Indoor-Bowling-Buffet-Quiz/891 http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/3-Region-Scarborough-Branch---Indoor-Bowling-Buffet---Quiz 32, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/3-Region-Scarborough-Branch---Indoor-Bowling-Buffet---Quiz Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:39:37 GMT In each edition of Police World this year a 'Star Letter' will be awarded an IPA baseball cap as a prize, so what are you waiting for, write in and have your say!  Write to: The Editor, Arthur Troop House, 1 Fox Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6AJ http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Write-in-and-Win-a-Prize! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Write-in-and-Win-a-Prize! Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:17:32 GMT The event planned to take place from Friday 14 - Sunday 16 May 2010 has been cancelled. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Windsor-Friendship-Weekend 20, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Windsor-Friendship-Weekend Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:52:57 GMT To find out the latest up-to-date information regarding the BSAC Open Day click here and Gala Dinner Dance click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/BSAC-Open-Day-and-Gala-Dinner-Dance 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/BSAC-Open-Day-and-Gala-Dinner-Dance Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:14:42 GMT We have been informed by the President of the Organising Committee that the deadline date for registration for the IEC Conference and the Friendship Week has been extended from 22nd February to 31st March.  http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Registration-Deadline-Extended 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Registration-Deadline-Extended Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:28:11 GMT We're delighted to report that over 70 people have now booked into the Ulster Friendship Week planned for 31 July - 7 August 2010. There are, however, still some places available. There are still quite a few tickets available for the Gala Dinner on Thursday 5 August; you don't have to attend the whole week. Tickets for the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ulster-Friendship-Week 21, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ulster-Friendship-Week Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:50:50 GMT IPA Service, Guildford Cathedral, Friday 18th June 2010. As everyone is well aware 2010 marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of our Association, that currently comprises 60 National Sections, and a worldwide membership of over 360,000. The largest friendship association in the world!! To mark this special anniversary, the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Invitation-to-all-Members- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Invitation-to-all-Members- Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:02:25 GMT IPA Member, Louis Meurger from Chemin des Mûriers, seeks an exchange with members in London or South England.  For more details, go to the member's only forum. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/French-family-seek-exchange 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/French-family-seek-exchange Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:02:29 GMT The British Section Admin Centre has received a request from IPA Nantes.  They would like to twin with a Branch from Section UK for the purposes of visiting and meeting UK members. For more information, see the forum in the member area. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Branch-in-Nantes-seeks-UK-Branch-as-twin 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Branch-in-Nantes-seeks-UK-Branch-as-twin Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:35:26 GMT A promotional flyer has just been produced by the Comms Team at BSAC for the Diamond Jubilee Football Tournament that takes place in September 2010. To view click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament---September-2010 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament---September-2010 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:17:41 GMT You can now purchase IPA merchandise from our  Ebay Shop. This is to facilitate credit card payments through the PAYPAL service. If you wish to purchase merchandise and pay via PAYPAL please contact the BSAC office at mail@ipa-uk.org or 0115 9813638 or visit the Ebay shop page by clicking here  http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-merchandise-is-now-available-on-Ebay 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-merchandise-is-now-available-on-Ebay Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:24:17 GMT I wonder if anyone is able to assist me? I retire from the Police in October 2010 and intend to move out to France at the end of September/ beginning of October. I will be taking my two horses with me and as it is going to be a very long journey I will need to have a couple of stop overs in order to give the horses a rest. This will mean that... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Horse-and-Rider-Need-Accommodation 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Horse-and-Rider-Need-Accommodation Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:45:28 GMT Dear Colleagues, I am happy to announce that the ongoing problem with my email aliases, that was affecting Regional and NCM messages, has now been solved. Please forward any NCM related messages to ncm2010@ipa-uk.org This year we are hosting the National Council Meeting at 'The Felbridge Hotel', East Grinstead. Our programme starts on... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NCM-2010-Update 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NCM-2010-Update Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:19:41 GMT Stéphane LE ROCH, is a French policeman and a french member of the IPA. He is 34 years old, married with children. He lives in a town called Orléans about 120 Kilometers from Paris. He's looking for an English Policeman who would like to make an exchange with him. Stéphane would host someone for a week, showing what his country has to... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/French-Exchange-Wanted 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/French-Exchange-Wanted Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:38:42 GMT To mark the momentous occasion of the start of the IPA Diamond Jubilee Year the official Diamond Jubilee flag was raised outside the BSAC office at Fox Road.   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Flag-Raised-at-Fox-Road 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Flag-Raised-at-Fox-Road Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:23:07 GMT German police officer Daniel Stange has begun a three-month internship with the Nottinghamshire force. Daniel, 24, hopes to work in the field of European police co-operation and so has come to the UK to find out how we work over here, as well as to improve his already impressive English. The visit was set up by former Notts PC Fred... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-arrange-internship-with-Nottinghamshire-Police 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-arrange-internship-with-Nottinghamshire-Police Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:33:14 GMT  A fantastic 'SPECIAL CRUISE' on the MSC MAGNIFICA- has been organised from August 21th - 28th,  2010 This fantastic trip includes stop-offs in VENICE - BARI - KATAKOLON - IZMIR - ISTANBUL -  and DUBROVNIK, returning to VENICE  To view the programme click here: Magnifica Programme for booking click here http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Special-Cruise-on-the-MSC-Magnifica 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Special-Cruise-on-the-MSC-Magnifica Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:07:38 GMT Participants to IEC and the Section France Friendship Week can get a discount on plane tickets with the Air France KLM. Valid for travel from 31/08/2010 to 24/09/2010 Event location: Bagnolet, France Discounts are applied to a wide range of airfares on all Air France and KLM flights worldwide, if passengers are traveling on the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/AIR-FRANCE-KLM-discounts-to-IEC-and-Section-France-Friensdship-Week 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/AIR-FRANCE-KLM-discounts-to-IEC-and-Section-France-Friensdship-Week Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:48:05 GMT If you have not registered a team yet or would like more information about the event programme or prizes on offer than get in touch NOW! E-mail: golf@ipa-uk.org or click here to visit the website http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Golf-Tournament-2010 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Golf-Tournament-2010 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:26:30 GMT Now that we are officially in the Diamond Jubilee year it is the perfect time to purchase some of the fantastic memorabilia we have on offer. Click here to visit the shop and join in on the party! http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Fantastic-Memorabilia-on-Offer! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Fantastic-Memorabilia-on-Offer! Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:21:26 GMT For an up-to-date weather forecast of your local region visit our new weather page by clicking here. Once there you can then find weather maps local to you, localised weather reports can be obtained by entering your postcode or home town. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Weather-Forecast-Only-a-Click-Away 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Weather-Forecast-Only-a-Click-Away Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:18:42 GMT The North Wales Branch A.G.M. due to be held on Thursday 14th. January 2010 has due to the inclement weather been changed to take place now on Monday 25th. January 2010 at 7pm at The Plough Inn,  St. Asaph. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/4-Region-North-Wales-Branch-AGM-date-change 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/4-Region-North-Wales-Branch-AGM-date-change Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:39:14 GMT Details have just been released about the 1st International Police Futsal Tournament in Zante Island, Greece. If you are part of a futsal team and want to compete in guaranteed sunshine then click here to find out more. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/1st-International-Police-Futsal-Tournament-in-Zante-Island-Greece--Full-Programme-Released 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/1st-International-Police-Futsal-Tournament-in-Zante-Island-Greece--Full-Programme-Released Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:12:36 GMT The annual IPA Race Day, at Mallory Park, will be held on Sunday 18th July 2010. More details and booking information will be posted on the events page in due course. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Race-Day-for-2010-confirmed-for-JULY-date 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Race-Day-for-2010-confirmed-for-JULY-date Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:52:38 GMT The IPA Motorcycling Group have planned a 14 day tour of Poland starting on Sunday 11th July. To see the full itinerary click: itinerary The group plan to call in at the following places: La Coupole - Site of the V2 rockets. IBZ Gimborn - IPA Training Centre Colditz - notorious prisoner of war camp Church of Bones - Featured on Long... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Mototcycling-Group-Plan-Grand-Tour-in-2010 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Mototcycling-Group-Plan-Grand-Tour-in-2010 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:37:09 GMT After a number of years holding the position, Edwin Sutton will be stepping down as the Branch Secretary. A new secretary will be elected at the rescheduled AGM in February.  The new confirmed date for this meeting is now Tuesday 23 February, 7.30pm, at MPSC The Warren, Croydon Road, Hayes, BR2 7AL http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/london-south-west-branch-secretary-steps-down 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/london-south-west-branch-secretary-steps-down Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:45:56 GMT The AGM for London South-West (formerly Z Branch) has been rescheduled, owing to difficulties in some members being unable to attend. The confirmed date is now Tuesday 23 February, 7.30pm, at MPSC The Warren, Croydon Road, Hayes, BR2 7AL After a number of years holding the position, Edwin Sutton will be stepping down as the Branch... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-date-and-venue-for-London-South-West-AGM 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-date-and-venue-for-London-South-West-AGM Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:38:46 GMT US Section Region 57 has developed a 60th Anniversary IPA coin in cooperation with the UK West Mercia Branch.  Details for obtaining the unique rectangle shaped coin can be seen by clicking on the link below. A - USA-UK 60th_coins order form.pdf http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/60th-anniversary-coins-for-sale-USA 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/60th-anniversary-coins-for-sale-USA Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:16:48 GMT 2010 will see the International Police Association celebrate its Diamond Jubilee and the British Section - the founding Section - will be marking the occasion with events throughout the length and breadth of the United Kingdom. The Communications Team have the task of capturing and recording these events - through photographs and on occasion... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Calling-all-Photographers---The-IPA-Needs-You! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Calling-all-Photographers---The-IPA-Needs-You! Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:01:26 GMT A photograph archive giving a taste of 2009 has just be created, click here to view I'm sure 2010 will be even better, have a look at the forth coming events by clicking here and please remember if you are at an event take some photographs and send them in to comms.manager@ipa-uk.org so we can showcase them in the event gallery. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Memories-of-2009 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Memories-of-2009 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:48:17 GMT The French section has stated that there will be no postponement for the registration to IEC 2010 in Paris. In Paris. September is the high season for exhibitions, conferences and Congress. The hotels are fully booked especially during the week. The French section has booked a large number of rooms to accommodate all... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IEC-PARIS-2010-UPDATE 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IEC-PARIS-2010-UPDATE Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:20:08 GMT   The revised programme for the Windsor friendship Weekend in 2010 has just been published. If you are interested in attending the event please declare your interest and return the booking form as soon as possible as the closing date is Sunday 21 February 2010. We are limited in numbers to 40 guests for the Civic Reception so places... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Windsor-Friendship-Weekend-Revised-Programme-is-Now-Finalised 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Windsor-Friendship-Weekend-Revised-Programme-is-Now-Finalised Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:01:02 GMT Jubilee (Jedd) Tie Pins £1 each   Now Available   Tie pins celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the International Police Association  The image is that of the longest serving member, Len Washer, member no.4 Taken from the limited edition print by the renowned police artist Jedd, backed by a diamond   All... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Jubilee-Jedd-Tie-Pins---Now-Available 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Jubilee-Jedd-Tie-Pins---Now-Available Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:58:13 GMT The hotel tariffs have been dropped by £30 on the prices for the Week. The new prices are as follows: For two people sharing - down £30 to £480. For one person paying the single supplement - down £30 to £570  For Booking information click on this link: http://www.ipa-uk.org/Forms http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Durham-Friendship-Week-Accommodation-Price-Drop 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Durham-Friendship-Week-Accommodation-Price-Drop Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:33:37 GMT   Thank you for the interest in Hong Kong Friendship Week 2010. In response to the enquiries and views from various IPA sections, we will provide an additional option of a hotel for our guests which is a 3-star with a reduction of around 50% hotel charge.  A revised registration form and the photo of City Garden Hotel room... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Hong-Kong-Friendship-Week-Hotel-Update 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Hong-Kong-Friendship-Week-Hotel-Update Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:55:36 GMT Fifteen members from Dyfed Powys Branch, along with family and friends, visited Holland for a long weekend of site seeing. There was also time for some great hospitality and friendship from Dutch colleagues. The tour took in Arnhem Bridge - 'A bridge too far', an Airborne War Cemetery, Nijmagen Bridge and the Phillips Stadium - home to... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Operation-Market-Garden 44, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Operation-Market-Garden Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:43:10 GMT The 2010 Caravanning and Camping Rally list was first published last month.  A small fluttering of snow here this morning at the British Section Admin Centre has prompted a reminder regarding next year's programme of events taking place under the stars! Visit: http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Caravanning-Camping-Group http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Let-it-snow-let-it-snow-let-it-snow- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Let-it-snow-let-it-snow-let-it-snow- Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:20:30 GMT The deadline dates for submitting material for inclusion in Police World throughout 2010 are published and can be found http://www.ipa-uk.org/Write/Documents/2010%20Schedule%20for%20Police%20World.pdf The dispatch dates are also shown. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Police-World-Deadline-Dates-for-2010 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Police-World-Deadline-Dates-for-2010 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:44:07 GMT IPA Greece - Change of Name   From now on Section Greece will be known as IPA HELLAS.  This is to reflect a governmental desire within the country to return to its historical real name. To view the IPA Hellas Friendship Week go to: IPA Hellas Friendship Week http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Greece---Change-of-Name 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Greece---Change-of-Name Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:13:36 GMT A new special request and message forum has been set up for members use. Visit the forum to find out what's going on, have your say and to keep in touch. To see the latest request visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Forums/Special-Requests/86-Request-for-5-metres-of-Police-Tape or visit the general forum page: www.ipa-uk.org/Forums http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Special-Request-Forum-Set-Up 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Special-Request-Forum-Set-Up Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:03:18 GMT 2010 will see the International Police Association celebrate its Diamond Jubilee and the British Section - the founding Section - will be marking the occasion with events throughout the length and breadth of the United Kingdom. The Communications Team have a task of capturing and recording these events - through photographs and on... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Calling-all-Photographers- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Calling-all-Photographers- Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:53:27 GMT Steve Connor can be seen here with Marc-Margy Durant (President, Section Belgium) at the Menin Gate, Ypres on the 9th November 2009. On this occasion Chief Constable of the BTP (Andy Trotter) layed a wreath.  Also in the picture is Dirk deVos, Secretary-General of Section Belgium  (4th from left) and Willem Missault (6th from left), who is a... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Honour-the-fallen-in-Ypres-on-the-9th-November-2009 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Honour-the-fallen-in-Ypres-on-the-9th-November-2009 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:29:06 GMT Member of the IPA German Section, Claudia Nikolaus, needs home hosting in London. She is the Branch Chair of Bad Hersfeld, Germany, and is looking for an IPA member to home host her self and her daughter in London, for around 10 days between the dates of March 27 and April 11 2010.  If you could help Claudia, or know of anyone that can, please... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Home-Hosting-in-London 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Home-Hosting-in-London Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:23:41 GMT Kevin Hullah reviews a recent caravanning and camping event, to see what the group plans next year go to:  www.ipa-uk.org/News/Caravanning-and-Camping-Rally-List-2010   Knaresborough Rally Report 2009 24th to 29th September Knaresborough and the nearby City of Ripon have always enjoyed an affinity. Perhaps it's because they share... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-review-of-the-Knaresborough-Rally-by-Kevin-Hullah 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-review-of-the-Knaresborough-Rally-by-Kevin-Hullah Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:53:40 GMT Join any time during December 2009, and you don't have to pay another penny towards membership until 1 January 2011. To apply visit Join Us http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Festive-Offer-for-non-member 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Festive-Offer-for-non-member Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:43:25 GMT The London South-West AGM has been cancelled. A new date is being arranged, further details will be posted when available any enquiries to 11region@ipa-uk.org   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/London-South-West-AGM-to-be-re-arranged 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/London-South-West-AGM-to-be-re-arranged Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:58:49 GMT OPEN DAY AT THE BRITISH SECTION ADMIN CENTRE AND INTERNATIONAL ADMIN CENTRE - SATURDAY 24 JULY 2010 As part of the special Diamond Jubilee Celebrations next year, the two Admin Centres, situated at 1 Fox Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, England will be opening their doors to members and guests for an Open Day on Saturday 24 July... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/OPEN-DAY-AT-THE-BRITISH-SECTION-ADMIN-CENTRE 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/OPEN-DAY-AT-THE-BRITISH-SECTION-ADMIN-CENTRE Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:11:23 GMT The latest edtion of Police World is now available to download online. Please click on this link to view:  http://www.ipa-uk.org/Write/Documents/police%20world%2028pp%20Edition%205%2009_pdf%20for%20web.pdf http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Police-World-Edition-5-Out-Now! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Police-World-Edition-5-Out-Now! Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:29:52 GMT Section UK is offering a prize to two non members per year.  The prize comprises of free membership to Section UK plus free participation at a Gimborn Seminar during the year of enrolment. There's just two prizes on offer each year.  The winners will have to attend either the summer or autumn seminar and will be selected on... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Free-membership-prize 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Free-membership-prize Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:47:14 GMT Details of the International Police Association's credit card can be found via the following link.  Section UK earns a commission on all new cards taken out, and on spend. Take out a card and support the organisation. mbna advert created 26 nov 09.pdf http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/International-Police-Association-Credit-Card 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/International-Police-Association-Credit-Card Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:18:33 GMT   Members participating in the recent seminar at Gimborn were pleasantly surprised when Father Christmas and his helpers paid a visit.   The participants from UK, Ireland, Finland, Germany and Sweden were winding down in the notorious Gimborn bar on their final evening of the seminar. Also present were members... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gimborn-gets-an-early-visit 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gimborn-gets-an-early-visit Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:54:05 GMT IBZ Gimborn celebrated its 40th Anniversary in 2009 and to mark the event, the National Executive Committee of Section UK decided to hold its November meeting at the castle over the third weekend of November. On the first evening soon after arrival, the NEC and their wives joined with participants of the English speaking seminar for their... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gimborn-40th-Anniversary http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gimborn-40th-Anniversary Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:36:57 GMT Graham Blakey gives some insight into the mysterious UPV sightings published in editions 1 and 2 of Police World.   Dear Editor   I am a retired Met officer and have lived in China (Hong Kong and Macau) for the last 29 years. I have watch the changes that have taken place from closed areas to fantastic... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/UPVs-Explained!- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/UPVs-Explained!- Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:41:38 GMT Section UK received a letter today from Section Netherlands expressing sentiments that I am sure we all shared when the news of Bill Barkers tragic death hit the headlines.    Dear friends,  Today as fellow police officers throughout the World we are again confronted with the risks and dangers of our work... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Condolences-for-a-Cumbrian-Officer 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Condolences-for-a-Cumbrian-Officer Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:37:12 GMT Members of the IPA Bournemouth Branch, including the present Chairman and Vice Chairman, will be taking part in an IPA sponsored charity event between 27/11/2009 to 02/12/2009 entitled the Munro's Mariners.  For more information click on this link: www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Event-Catalog/Fundraising/Munros-Mariners-2009/696 http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Munros-Mariners-2009 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Munros-Mariners-2009 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:38:43 GMT Scarborough Branch have managed to find a small supply of the original print run of the book by Arthur Troop, "Service Through Friendship". The book may also be re-published in 2010. It will cost about £10 plus postage (to be confirmed). If anybody would like a copy, please contact Chris Charlton at: scarborough@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Service-Through-Friendship---Book-by-Arthur-Troop http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Service-Through-Friendship---Book-by-Arthur-Troop Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:03:42 GMT Scarborough Branch commissioned a Commemorative Paperweight to mark their 40th year. The paperweights are a 90mm flat glass design engraved with the IPA crest. They come in a presentation box and will make an ideal gift or desk ornament. The branch have a few left which are available at the subsidised cost of £4 each (plus... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Scarborough-Branch-Commemorative-Paperweight 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Scarborough-Branch-Commemorative-Paperweight Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:59:51 GMT Len Watkins first met Daniela Farrell, a member of IPA Region 5, United States on her last day of a visit to Victoria, British Columbia. Daniela is a Police Officer in Nassau County, Long Island, New York which is about 1 hour by rail from Times Square, New York City. ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gracious-hospitality-from-Nassau-County! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gracious-hospitality-from-Nassau-County! Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:33:19 GMT BSAC welcomes Michele Rai as the new Business Operations Manager. Michele has a proven background in finances and administration and will take over the duties currently assigned to the Executive Officer Lib Jones. She will work closely with Tom Crozier and Fred Boyd the National Treasurer to oversee the smooth running of... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/BSAC-welcomes-new-member-of-staff 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/BSAC-welcomes-new-member-of-staff Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:19:47 GMT The Superintendent's Association of Northern and Southern Ireland held their 11th Annual Golf Classic on Wednesday 26th August 2009 at Dunmurry Golf Club. The weather for golf was very pleasant despite our poor summer.  Leslie Busby, Honorary Captain, organised the Superintendents' from North and South in pairs and got them on their... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/11th-Annual-Golf-Classic-Results http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/11th-Annual-Golf-Classic-Results Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:18:13 GMT In July this year Ray Edwards had the opportunity to accompany Norfolk IPA on a visit to the WW1 battlefields and Commonwealth War Graves in Northern France with his wife Rita.  This had been organised by Steve Thacker, the Norfolk IPA chairman. A group of thirty traveled by coach and were accompanied by qualified... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NORFOLK-IPA-VISITS-THE-WW1-BATTLEFIELDS-AND-COMMONWEALTH-WAR-GRAVES http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NORFOLK-IPA-VISITS-THE-WW1-BATTLEFIELDS-AND-COMMONWEALTH-WAR-GRAVES Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:44:58 GMT Next years gathering is to be held from the 25th July - 8th August 2010. 7 days willl be spent in Budapest followed by 7 days at lake Balaton in Zánka. There are 45 places (a maximum of 2 from each section). Deadline for application is the 28th February 2010. To see the full programme and to download the application form... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/International-Youth-Gathering-2010-Programme http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/International-Youth-Gathering-2010-Programme Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:58:59 GMT To commemorate the Diamond Jubilee the artist Jedd was commissioned to produce an official painting. This is available to purchase as a print. This piece has also been reproduced on several items of merchandise. To see what's on offer please visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Jedd-Merchandise http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Official-Diamond-Jubilee-Merchandise http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Official-Diamond-Jubilee-Merchandise Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:19:44 GMT Number 4 Region were pleased to sponsor the inaugural 2009 British Police Rugby Sevens Championship and the photograph shows the Garda Síochána from Ireland with the Trophy having beaten South Wales Police 36-05 in the final held at Stourbridge RFC in Birmingham on Wednesday 16 September 09.   The win is the first for the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Rugby-Sevens-Championship http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Rugby-Sevens-Championship Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:39:27 GMT The 2010 Caravanning and Camping Rally list was first published last month.  A small fluttering of snow here this morning at the British Section Admin Centre has  prompted a reminder regarding next year's programme of events taking place under the stars! Visit: http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Caravanning-Camping-Group http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Caravanning-and-Camping-Rally-List-2010 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Caravanning-and-Camping-Rally-List-2010 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:28:18 GMT To Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the IPA a Diamond Jubilee logo has been produced to promote all events next year. You are encouraged to make use of this logo when promoting and advertising your branch activities. The Diamond Jubilee logo artwork is available from BSAC and it will be issued by permission of the Sec General.  If you... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Make-use-of-the-Diamond-Jubilee-Logo http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Make-use-of-the-Diamond-Jubilee-Logo Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:53:13 GMT A warm welcome to the new members of the IPA this year, since the 1st of January 2010. You can see a list of these new members and their branches at www.ipa-uk.org/Member-Area/new-members http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Members-to-IPA-British-Section 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Members-to-IPA-British-Section Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:39:13 GMT It is with great sadness that we announce the death on Friday 16 October of Section UK member Roger Lincoln. Since joining the Association in 1971, Roger, a member of West Midlands Branch, held various National, Regional and Branch posts; most significantly, he served on the National Executive Committee from 1991 until 2006. ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Death-of-Section-UK-Member-Roger-Lincoln http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Death-of-Section-UK-Member-Roger-Lincoln Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:20:00 GMT Due to some last minute disqualifications there are still some last minute places left to enter the tournament.  The event will take place on 23 to 27 November 2009 in Belgium - The venue is the CenterParcs - De Vossemeren complex at Lommel. This event is open to all police, fire, and customs organisations. The... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/POLICIAN-FUTSAL-TOURNAMENT-2009-PLACES-STILL-AVAILABLE! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/POLICIAN-FUTSAL-TOURNAMENT-2009-PLACES-STILL-AVAILABLE! Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:18:14 GMT I.P.A. No 7 Region - British Section. Thames Valley South Branch, Windsor Friendship Week. Friday 14 May 2010 - Sunday 16 May 2010. Thank you all for your patience and the interest you've shown in our event. I can confirm that the event will be going ahead as follows: Friday 14 May 2010 - A Civic Reception ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Windsor-Friendship-Week-Update http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Windsor-Friendship-Week-Update Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:07:05 GMT Seven 5-a-side teams from throughout the UK and Germany converged on South Tyneside on 11th & 12th September 2009 for the second Section UK football tournament and brought a true international flavour to the region. Teams from Bedfordshire, Merseyside, Nottinghamshire, Dusseldorf/Dortmund and South Tyneside played against... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Merseyside-Success http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Merseyside-Success Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:42:05 GMT Dear sportfriends and friends. The tournament will have a new approach by 2010. The changes relative to 2009 are: The tournament will be moved from January to March; The festive evening of Wednesday is changed to Thursday, with live music; Theme evening is on the wednesdaynight with a DJ; The... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/LEIDEN-TOURNAMENT-2010-UPDATE http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/LEIDEN-TOURNAMENT-2010-UPDATE Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:29:29 GMT This is a brief but timely reminder about the Bowling, Buffet & Quiz scheduled to take place at Norton Indoor Bowling Centre on Sunday 18th October 2009. Meet at 3.00pm for a couple of hours bowling followed by a buffet and a quiz. The bar will be open. This will be a light hearted, friendly event with a slight competitive edge that can... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Bowling-Event-Reminder http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Bowling-Event-Reminder Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:52:08 GMT IPA T-Shirts are available for sale by contacting the National Supplies Officer on nso@ipa-uk.org The T-Shirts come in various sizes and colours with the IPA logo as standard with an option to add a name etc.   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-T-Shirts- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-T-Shirts- Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:44:25 GMT To view the latest up to date details of the planned Diamond Jubilee events, please click on the appropriate file names: windsor friendship week.pdf Ulster friendship week.pdf Durham friendship week.pdf caravanning jubilee event.pdf http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Update http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Update Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:05:27 GMT Thanks to the IPA during a recent visit to UK, I have fulfilled one of my dreams that of observing the Metropolitan Police patrolling the streets of London. During my visit I was hosted by IPA members Mr George Palmer who is a retired police officer together with his colleague Mr. Terry O'Hallorn, who is a serving member of the Met... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-day-with-the-London-Met-Police http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-day-with-the-London-Met-Police Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:12:02 GMT Join any time during 1 November and 31 December 2009, and you don't have to pay another penny towards membership until 1 January 2011.  To apply visit  Join Us http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Never-a-Better-Time-to-Join 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Never-a-Better-Time-to-Join Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:27:35 GMT The Dutch Trip is now fully booked.  There is 26 people attending so it has proved very popular.  If you are interested or you missed out on this particular trip - visit www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog for future events.   Also the Motorcycling Groups 1st birthday party bash is going to be held... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcycling-Group-News http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcycling-Group-News Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:55:56 GMT They say that de-cluttering is good for you. Well, when Tally Ho! Sports and Social Club decided it was time to de-clutter and re-furbish, they found several boxes that had been stashed under the stage which contained souvenirs belonging to the Birmingham Branch. One of our meetings was considerably enlivened by the disclosure of long-forgotten... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ringkobing-Remembered http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ringkobing-Remembered Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:09:24 GMT A Warm Welcome to new members of Section UK: As from 28 September 2009 Les Chambers, NORTHERN IRELAND - GREATER BELFAST Paul Loy Wong, BIRMINGHAM Nigel Box, BIRMINGHAM Mark Hall, LEICESTERSHIRE Alex Moore, LEICESTERSHIRE Zakir Husainy, LEICESTERSHIRE Peter Ryder, BOLTON Deborah... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Members-of-Section-UK http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Members-of-Section-UK Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:24:45 GMT Stan Titterington from Harrison Police, New Jersey, USA wanted to thank everyone who gave him such a warm and friendly welcome on his recent 3 week excursion in Europe.  He outlines below some of the experiences he had with various IPA members on his trip. Stan recalls some of the highlights in his own words: Steve Connor, an... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Authentic-Hamburgers-and-Hotdogs-make-all-the-difference! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Authentic-Hamburgers-and-Hotdogs-make-all-the-difference! Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:04:56 GMT Details of the 2010 National Council Meeting have now been published. To view the details and booking forms please visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Forms http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Council-Meeting-2010- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Council-Meeting-2010- Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:29:51 GMT A Warm Welcome to new members of Section UK: As from 21 September 2009 Wayne Eley, BIRMINGHAM Mark King, NORTH EAST ESSEX Simon Gibson, NORTHERN IRELAND - GREATER BELFAST Paul Hogan, TAYSIDE Charles Wright, NORTHERN IRELAND - GREATER BELFAST Nigel Archer, STAFFORDSHIRE http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Welcoming-new-members-to-Section-UK http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Welcoming-new-members-to-Section-UK Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:23:11 GMT Business Operations Manager, International Police Association (IPA), West Bridgford, Nottingham - A suitably qualified and experienced professional required to lead this key area of the IPA's operation. You will be at the head of a reporting structure which covers management systems, finance and budgeting, HR, premises and administration... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Job-Vacancy-at-IPA-British-Section-Admin-Centre http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Job-Vacancy-at-IPA-British-Section-Admin-Centre Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:16:57 GMT IPA Section Sri Lanka have organised a Friendship Week in August 2010. They have planned this 10 nights and 11 days tour to all the interesting places in the country including City of Colombo, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage which has 89 orphaned elephants of all ages,   Dambulla Cave temple on a rock, Polonnaruwa... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Section-Sri-Lanka---Plan-a-10-day-tour-in-2010 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Section-Sri-Lanka---Plan-a-10-day-tour-in-2010 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:26:29 GMT Following some confusion over the email address published, anyone who has contacted Brendon Morris prior to 15 September and who has not received a reply is asked to email him again. We apologise for the inconvenience. Email Brendan by clicking this link: brendanmorris1@hotmail.co.uk Details of the tour can be found by... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Australia-Tour-2010 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Australia-Tour-2010 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:08:46 GMT There are still plenty of places still available on the Demographic change seminar - A Europe wide trend: Causes and consequences for society and police (German/English) on the 19th to 23rd of October 2009. Please visit www.ibz-gimborn.de for more information and booking. To view the full list of courses for 2010... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Places-still-available-on-the-Demographic-change-seminar---IBZ-Gimborn http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Places-still-available-on-the-Demographic-change-seminar---IBZ-Gimborn Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:36:56 GMT Thames Valley South branch are revising their plans for their first friendship week celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the British Section of the I.P.A  in The Royal Borough of Windsor. This event will now take place on Friday 14 May -Sunday 16 May 2010. A revised package is being finalised which will now not include... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Royal-Windsor-Friendship-Week-2010---Revised-Programme http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Royal-Windsor-Friendship-Week-2010---Revised-Programme Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:28:28 GMT New Gimborn seminar dates have been confirmed for 2010. To view these dates, please visit www.ipa-uk.org/IPA-Training-Gimborne http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gimborn-Seminars-2010 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gimborn-Seminars-2010 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:38:40 GMT Section Italy have informed us of the following NEC dates: Meeting of the National Executive Committee - Thursday October 15th 2009 Meeting of the National Executive Council - Friday October 16th 2009 1st Italian Members National Meeting - Saturday October 17th 2009. The meetings will be held in the Hotel GIULIANOVA... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-Italy-NEC-Meeting-Dates http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-Italy-NEC-Meeting-Dates Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:43:31 GMT Following an influx of 'warnings' about viruses - including numerous warnings about the same virus, and requests that we circulate such warnings to 'everyone on our mailing list', we have taken advice from our Technical Support Company as to the best course of action, ie whether to act on warnings.  We feel the information provided will be... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Virus-Warning! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Virus-Warning! Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:21:41 GMT There are 81 new members who have joined the Association since the last edition of Police World. Congratulations to Lincolnshire who have eight new members. We have now set up a page on the website that lists all new members, you can find this list in the members area or by clicking this link: ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-members http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-members Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:11:46 GMT At a recent function held in Northern Ireland an opportunity arose for the current and 4 previous regional treasurers to get together for a chat. The region was formed in 1963 and there have been seven regional treasurers since the region's formation. The treasurers were congratulated and thanked for all their hard work by the President of... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Treasurers-recognised-for-their-service-to-the-IPA http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Treasurers-recognised-for-their-service-to-the-IPA Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:03:33 GMT Under a special arrangement IPA members are invited to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime tour of policing and cultural locations in March/April 2010. The 24-day visit features time in Sydney, Cairns, Adelaide, Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, formerly known as Ayres Rock, and includes all accommodation and domestic flights within... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Fancy-a-trip-down-under http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Fancy-a-trip-down-under Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:01:47 GMT Region 10 Executive Committee members will be spending part of their Bank Holiday break viewing properties in Essex. Pete Culligan, Chair, Helen Culligan, Vice Chair and Steve Hunt, Secretary, have various properties to view, including flats in Colchester, the oldest recorded town in England. The exercise is part of the national... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/House-Hunting 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/House-Hunting Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:12:15 GMT Dave Taylor, Chair of the Motorcycle Group, which held its first meeting on 27 August (see News 27 August) gives an update: The Committee was elected: Chairman - Dave Taylor  (to whom correspondence should be sent in the first instance) Vice Chairman - Edwin Sutton Group Secretary - Karen Wicks Treasurer... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcycle-Group-News http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcycle-Group-News Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:25:23 GMT The newly formed Motorcycle Group of Section UK held its first meeting at the British Section Admin Centre on 27 August.  Further details of what was discussed and decided will be posted at a later date.  In the meantime, anyone interested in joining the group should contact Dave Taylor on motorcycling@ipa-uk.org The... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcyle-Group-Meeting- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcyle-Group-Meeting- Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:56:16 GMT A full list of the youth exchanges is now available on-line. To view this list please visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Member-Area/youth-exchanges http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Youth-Exchanges http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Youth-Exchanges Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:56:31 GMT Do you fancy getting involved in a trip of a lifetime down the Yukon River?  The Yukon River Quest is a kayaking or canoeing race  from Whitehorse to Dawson City, Canada, starting on 30 June 2010 (see www.yukonriverquest.com). Ian Tyers is looking for any IPA members who want to join him and take part in the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Yukon-River-Quest-2010---Calling-all-canoeists-and-kayakers! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Yukon-River-Quest-2010---Calling-all-canoeists-and-kayakers! Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:44:29 GMT Time goes by fast! IPA offer a great opportunity for IPA youngsters to spend holidays abroad in the safety of the IPA family circle, accompanied by their peers and all for a reasonable price - only travel expenses + pocket money! INTERNATIONAL YOUTH HOLIDAY PROGRAMME Would you like to have good friends abroad, to explore life in... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/INTERNATIONAL-YOUTH-HOLIDAY-PROGRAMME http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/INTERNATIONAL-YOUTH-HOLIDAY-PROGRAMME Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:15:39 GMT Jim Neary contacted Steve Connor asking for assistance to visit the famous Black (Crime) Museum at Scotland Yard followed by a spot of lunch. Jim's daughter Julie is a member of 2 Cities Branch but could not make it due to a change of duties. She arranged for 2 colleagues, Chris and Paul, to help out. From left to... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Black-Crime-Museum-visit-nets-new-members 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Black-Crime-Museum-visit-nets-new-members Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:53:31 GMT As part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations 2010 Thames Valley South has organised a friendship week in Windsor. The full intinerary has been published and can be found by visiting:  www.ipa-uk.org/Write/Documents/windsor%20friendship%20wk_Layout%201.pdf Any interest in the event needs to be registered by the 5th of September 2009... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Windsor-Friendship-Week---Diamond-Jubilee-Celebrations-2010 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Windsor-Friendship-Week---Diamond-Jubilee-Celebrations-2010 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:08:04 GMT Scarborough branch have organised a Karting Grand Prix. This event is open to all. The venue is F1 Racing, JMD Raceway, Kathryn Avenue, Monks Cross, York, YO32 9JS The event will take place on SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2009 at 3.00pm. The event is in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. To see more details of the event and booking... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Scaborough-branch-organise-karting-Grand-Prix-in-aid-of-air-ambulance http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Scaborough-branch-organise-karting-Grand-Prix-in-aid-of-air-ambulance Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:06:41 GMT The Caravan & Camping Group are to hold a NEW YEAR Rally: Dates: 29 December 2009 to 2 January 2010 Venue: Swanwick Hall School, Derby Road, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1AE. Organiser: Dave Ashley Please email caravanning@ipa-uk.org for more information. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NEW-YEAR-Caravan-and-Camping-Rally-at-Swanwick-Hall-School http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NEW-YEAR-Caravan-and-Camping-Rally-at-Swanwick-Hall-School Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:14:54 GMT The lecture at New Scotland Yard on Tuesday 22nd September 2009, featuring the guest speaker Mr. Allan Conway, International Consultant Graphologist, has been postponed until next year. Any new date will be announced. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NSY-Graphologist-Lecture---Postponed http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NSY-Graphologist-Lecture---Postponed Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:17:22 GMT Peter WHITE, BEM from Thames Valley North Branch died in Florence Nightingale Hospice in Stoke Mandeville aged 85 years on Saturday 11th July 2009. Notified by Chris Bradley http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Obituary---Peter-White---Thames-Valley-North-Branch http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Obituary---Peter-White---Thames-Valley-North-Branch Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:12:13 GMT 12 members of Greater Belfast Branch recently took part in the Edinburgh 26 Mile Marathon moon walk in aid of Breast Cancer - organised by Belfast branch Secretary Mandy Kernohan. The ladies raised over £3000 for the charity. A great social event for any branch thinking of a social function and men can walk as well.  A... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Moon-Walk---Greater-Belfast-Branch http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Moon-Walk---Greater-Belfast-Branch Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:02:07 GMT Region 7 (South West England) mourn the loss of one of their oldest members. Len Beisly died peacefully at Nazareth House on July 18th 2009, aged 91 years. Our thoughts are with his wife Margaret and family.  http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Obituary http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Obituary Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:02:21 GMT When Lee Hauxwell and Chris Scott joined IPA Scarborough Branch in late June 2009, they had hopes of meeting police officers from different countries.  So, it was with delight that, within a few weeks, they met up with Felix Horn, a Police Officer from Germany, stationed at Wuppertal and visiting North Yorkshire Police in... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Wow!-That-was-quick http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Wow!-That-was-quick Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:36:40 GMT There's still places available for teams to enter an International Football Competition being held in South Tyneside on 11 - 12 September 2009 (it is possible to extend the visit before the tournament starts from 9 September). See the Events section of the website for more details or contact 3region@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/International-Football-Competition---South-Tyneside http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/International-Football-Competition---South-Tyneside Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:31:02 GMT Northumbria Branch has held its second Charity Golf Day and raised even more money than last year.   Allan Young, who organised the event to raise funds for MacMillan Nurses and Cancer Research UK reported on the event:   "At the end of play we had raised £1,875.  We set a club record for the bar takings... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Charity-Event-raised-£1875 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Charity-Event-raised-£1875 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:22:52 GMT When a son of IPA member, Alan Smith, had his holiday villa broken into, IPA members stepped in to help. Alan's son David, along with his partner and five children were in Paphos when their villa was broken into and their personal documents and items from the safe were stolen.  This all happened the day before they were due to fly home... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-members-step-in-after-Cyrpus-holiday-theft http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-members-step-in-after-Cyrpus-holiday-theft Tue, 21 Jul 2009 09:49:32 GMT Join the IPA, Section UK during July, August and September for just half price.   Use the on-line joining form under 'Join Us' http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Half-Price-Promotion http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Half-Price-Promotion Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:46:07 GMT IPA Motorcycle Group Inaugural Meeting. The newly established group will hold its first meeting at Section UK British Section Admin Centre on 27th August - at 11 am, 2009. Anyone wishing to attend the meeting should contact the official group email: motorcycling@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Motorcycle-Group-Inaugural-Meeting http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Motorcycle-Group-Inaugural-Meeting Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:36:04 GMT Lincolnshire Branch recruited no fewer than 9 members in one evening following an initiative from Martin Doherty.  Martin, himself a member of IPA for only 7 months, organised a bowling evening to which probationers were invited.  This created the perfect opportunity for informing probationers what the IPA is all... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Recruitment-initiative-in-Lincolnshire-pays-off http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Recruitment-initiative-in-Lincolnshire-pays-off Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:28:57 GMT New products have been added to the on-line shop. To view what is currently on sale please visit www.ipa-uk.org/Shop http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-products-added-to-the-on-line-shop! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-products-added-to-the-on-line-shop! Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:38:03 GMT IPA Northumbria Branch have created a photographic yearbook for 2008. Keith Laidler explains how he went about creating this: We all take photographs at Branch events, however they usually end up as a series of prints where the time and location is quickly forgotten. At the end of 2008 I decided to make a... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Northumbria-Branch-Create-a-Photographic-Yearbook http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Northumbria-Branch-Create-a-Photographic-Yearbook Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:43:16 GMT Martin Sewell is the newly elected Chair of 5 region. He replaces Bob Smith, who had served for 9 years. President Steve Connor commented on the news of the election: "On behalf of the NEC, please accept our warmest congratulations. You have our one hundred percent support and confidence and we look forward to working with you and the excellent... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-5-Region-Chair-Elected http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-5-Region-Chair-Elected Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:06:15 GMT The IPA Turkey Presidency have arranged a special 10% discount with Turkish Airlines as the congress official carrier. This 10% additional discount on Turkish Airlines is based on the conditions below. Please visit THY's web page (www.thy.com ) for more details of this deal. Terms and Conditions: 10% Special... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-2009-World-Congress-10-Special-Flight-Discount http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-2009-World-Congress-10-Special-Flight-Discount Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:18:52 GMT The IPA in London is hosting a lecture at New Scotland Yard on Tuesday 22nd September 2009.Our guest speaker will be Mr. Allan Conway, International Consultant Graphologist.  For more information visit www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Event-Catalog/Social/422 or contact: Denis Darby at:  ipalondon@btinternet.com http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Scotland-Yard-to-host-International-Consultant-Graphologist http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Scotland-Yard-to-host-International-Consultant-Graphologist Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:25:04 GMT IPA Austrian Section has produced a  list of recommended accommodation. You will find hotels, Inns, apartments, rooms with IPA rates. There are also several accommodation which belong to IPA members. To view the list, visit http://vacation.ipa.at. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Austria-NEW-Accommodation-List- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Austria-NEW-Accommodation-List- Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:21:38 GMT To find out about the the very latest Holiday and Travel discounted deals please visit http://www.ipa-uk.org/Holidays-and-Travel http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-Latest-Holiday-and-Travel-Discounts http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-Latest-Holiday-and-Travel-Discounts Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:31:53 GMT IPA 60th Anniversary Friendship Week - Durham City - There has been a reduction in the cost per person for this event. the new price is £600 not £650. Please visit http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Event-Catalog/Friendship-Weeks/375  for the full programme and details of this event. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-60th-Anniversary-Friendship-Week---Durham-City---Cost-Reduction http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-60th-Anniversary-Friendship-Week---Durham-City---Cost-Reduction Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:57:02 GMT Sadly we have been informed of the death of one of our members, Ian Tootell who died on Wednesday 17th June. Ian was one of the members of Rochdale Branch who helped to form the branch in 1990 and was chairman of the branch, with the exception of one year, from then until 1996.   On a personal note Ian was my shift... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Obituary---Mr-Ian-Tootell http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Obituary---Mr-Ian-Tootell Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:35:05 GMT The New Australian IPA web site is up and running. To have a look what IPA Australia are up to visit:     http://ipa-australiapolice.com.au/index.html http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Australian-Website-Launched http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Australian-Website-Launched Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:29:21 GMT Ronnie Dukes was announced the winner of the Open Catergory and overall winner of the National Photographic Competition. Bill Petherick won the Police Catergory. For the full story and to see the winning entries please click on this link: http://www.ipa-uk.org/Competition-Results http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-National-Photographic-Competition-Results http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-National-Photographic-Competition-Results Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:40:46 GMT We have been informed that Mr Vincent PERRUCHOUD, 13 rue de la gare, CH 1908 Riddes, Switzerland, has claimed to be a member of IPA France, using a forged membership card.  Mr Perruchoud has contacted several Sections in order to buy IPA material.  If you are contacted by Mr Perruchoud, please be aware that he is not a member. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Warning-from-IPA-France http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Warning-from-IPA-France Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:31:50 GMT With deep regret we announce that Mr. Americo Monterio, Former President of International Police Association Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) - Section in Foundation, passed away on 6 June 2009 in Guangzhou, Mainland China, after a long illness of liver cancer. Americo had been an enthusiastic and dedicated member of IPA and had become... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Obituary---Mr-Americo-Monterio http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Obituary---Mr-Americo-Monterio Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:00:29 GMT Ian Randles passed away on Monday 1st June 2009. Ian was a popular and enthusiastic member of the IPA and was until recently the Secretary of Lancashire Central Branch. He had previously held the position of Assistant Secretary on the Region 3 Committee and was a regular attendee at Regional Conferences together with his wife Mary. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Obituary---Ian-Randles-passed-away-on-Monday-1st-June-2009 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Obituary---Ian-Randles-passed-away-on-Monday-1st-June-2009 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:41:46 GMT The round the world Transglobemoto motorcycle tour is underway.With the necessary visas in place the team have made it to Russia. To see exactly where they are now and what they have been up to visit: http://transglobemoto2009.blogspot.com/ http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-Transglobemoto-team-make-it-to-Russia http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-Transglobemoto-team-make-it-to-Russia Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:32:59 GMT The latest Holiday and Travel offers and deals have just been updated on the website. To see what discounts you can obtain please visit: http://transglobemoto2009.blogspot.com/ http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-Latest-Holiday-and-Travel-Discounts-and-Offers 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-Latest-Holiday-and-Travel-Discounts-and-Offers Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:36:27 GMT An international indoor soccer tournament has been arranged to be held in South Tyneside on the 9th to 13th September 2009. This is an International Football Tournament with teams expected from all around Europe. For more information click on the link below: http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Event-Catalog/Sport/373 http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/3-region-have-organised-an-international-indoor-soccer-tournament-in-South-Tyneside http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/3-region-have-organised-an-international-indoor-soccer-tournament-in-South-Tyneside Wed, 20 May 2009 11:25:43 GMT At a recent IPA event several members discussed the possibility of forming a motorcycle group. Members liked the idea so much that a committee could have be formed more or less straight away. So far there are 11 members who have indicated their interest in forming the group. In order to take the idea forward we would like to know if... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Motorcycle-Group-Planned http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Motorcycle-Group-Planned Tue, 12 May 2009 13:49:00 GMT 5 Region have been in consultation with John Edwards the creator of JEDD with a view to producing a picture which will then be reproduced as a limited edition print. He has kindly agreed to produce a picture which will feature caricatures of Police Officers from countries around the world celebrating the Diamond Jubilee. The limited edition... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-Celebration-for-IPA-Diamond-Jubilee-2010 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-Celebration-for-IPA-Diamond-Jubilee-2010 Tue, 12 May 2009 09:56:25 GMT L'AQUILA, Italy - A powerful earthquake shook this medieval town in central Italy early Monday morning 6 April 2009, killing more than 297 people, leaving tens of thousands without a home and damaging many of the centuries-old monuments that make up the city's rich cultural heritage. The 6.3 magnitude quake was strong enough that many... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/LAQUILA-Italy---IPA-Earthquake-Appeal 44, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/LAQUILA-Italy---IPA-Earthquake-Appeal Mon, 11 May 2009 13:42:20 GMT At the National Council Meeting, which took place at the weekend, Stephen Crockard stepped down as Vice president. Stephen had held this position for 10 years. An election took place to fill the position and Mick Luke from Nottinghamshire branch was the successful candidate. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Mick-Luke-elected-as-the-new-Vice-President http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Mick-Luke-elected-as-the-new-Vice-President Mon, 11 May 2009 12:06:57 GMT A team from Northern England showed they were not as defective as their name suggested when they identified 'who dunnit?' in the Murder Mystery entertainment provided on the Friday evening of the National Council Meeting weekend. A full story can be seen by clicking on the link below: NCM-2009-Murder-Mystery-Night http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Council-Meeting-who-dunnit http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Council-Meeting-who-dunnit Mon, 11 May 2009 11:21:19 GMT IPA Turkey, has extended the application deadline of the World Congress, Friendship Week and Young Police Week till 15 July 2009. Full payment is required by that date. Please find the necessary information in http://www.ipa2009.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Turkey-Application-Deadline-Extended http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Turkey-Application-Deadline-Extended Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:06:50 GMT The Charity Memorial Run 2009 organised by 3 Region - Northern England on the 11th July 2009 has been CANCELLED. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Charity-Memorial-Run-2009-has-been-cancelled http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Charity-Memorial-Run-2009-has-been-cancelled Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:29:44 GMT The Amicus Cup Golf Tournament due to take place on Monday 22nd June 2009 has been cancelled. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Amicus-Cup-Golf-Tournament-Cancelled http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Amicus-Cup-Golf-Tournament-Cancelled Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:28:25 GMT IPA Dubrovnik Branch are proud to announce that the new website of the IPA Regional Club of Dubrovnik was launched at the following address:  www.ipa-dubrovnik.hr http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Croatian-Website http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Croatian-Website Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:26:30 GMT Following on from the success of the National Golfing Tournament held in Nottingham during March, the National Executive Committee have agreed funding towards two national events in 2010. The first is a repeat of the golfing tournament. Final dates and venue have yet to be confirmed, but early indication is being given so Regions can... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Sporting-Events-Announced 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Sporting-Events-Announced Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:26:00 GMT 6 Region are the National Golf Champions for 2009. Paul Fenn, Matt Allfree and Karl Parish secured the win by the narrowest of margins. Infact they won by only 1 point. The runners up were 5 Region, Rob Griffin, Dave Prest and Damien Maye. National IPA Champion - Matt Alltree from 6 Region Runner Up - Dave Prest  from... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/golf-tournament http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/golf-tournament Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:05:34 GMT Credit crunch or not, making the most of the membership fees is a priority in Dyfed Powys Branch. Last September branch members took a coach tour of Flanders Fields in Belgium, the scene of some fierce fighting in the 1914 - 18 War. With the aid of a professional guide the group were given a brief account of the historical front line encounters... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ypres-Tour http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ypres-Tour Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:18:33 GMT Jurgen Saupe the long serving caretaker of  IBZ Gimborn retires. For 18 years Jurgen has been the welcoming face for IPA members arriving at airports en route to seminars at Gimborn. He will now concentrate on coaching the local ladies football team. We wish Jurgen a long and happy retirement. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Jurgen-Saupe-Retires http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Jurgen-Saupe-Retires Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:38:45 GMT We have been informed by Section Sweden that the e-mail address of IPA House Rissne (Stockholm) has been taken over by hackers. The e-mail address has been used to send out messages asking for money, claiming an emergency situation and using the name Anette Berg. Anyone receiving such a message should disregard it. Please discontinue using... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-Sweden---Email-Alert! http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-Sweden---Email-Alert! Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:25:31 GMT IPA France opens new IPA house in Villemobile, Paris. View online using code: FRPB. For more information please contact the house manager Gerard Henquel via delegation93@ipafrance.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-France-opens-new-IPA-house-in-Paris http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-France-opens-new-IPA-house-in-Paris Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:18:29 GMT A small group of members gathered at British Section Admin Centre to share ideas on how Section UK could make 2010 a year to remember. Chaired by the President, Steve Connor, the working party comprising of Ronnie Dukes, Scotland; David Parkhill, Northern Ireland; Gary Waine, Northern England; Gareth Cowley, Wales; Laura Payne... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Celebrations-in-the-Making 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Celebrations-in-the-Making Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:26:02 GMT TRANSGLOBEMOTO -CAPABILITY 2009- ROUND THE WORLD MOTORCYCLE ADVENTURE. Tom McInally along with two other police officers and a few other friends now plan to circumnavigate the planet on motorcycles east from Edinburgh, through Eastern Europe, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Siberia, Japan and onward to the USA from where the bikes will be shipped... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Charity-Event 12,21, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Charity-Event Fri, 05 Dec 2008 10:53:07 GMT Will be held in Romania. Negotiations are taking place to hold the event in Brazov where a new airport is to be built. however, this venue has not yet been finally decided upon and the Section will give further information in Turkey. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/2011---the-37th-IEC- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/2011---the-37th-IEC- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:06:48 GMT Will be in Paris between 7-12 September. The Friendship Week to follow will be a cruise south on the River Rhone. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/2010---The-36th-IEC-Conference- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/2010---The-36th-IEC-Conference- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:04:52 GMT This will be held between 6-11 October 2009 at the Maritime Pine Beach Hotel in Antalya, Turkey, with a Friendship Week to follow. As the Conference hotel is conducive to families, participants will be encouraged to bring them along.  We are obtaining more information in order that registration forms can be sent to you on email but in the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/2009---the-14th-IPA-World-Congress- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/2009---the-14th-IPA-World-Congress- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:03:59 GMT XX IPA WC 2012 Voting accepted the motion presented by Section Israel to host this Congress in Eilat, Israel between 2-7 September. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/XX-IPA-WC-2012- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/XX-IPA-WC-2012- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:01:54 GMT 57 National Sections, Section in Foundation Macau and IBZ Gimborn were all represented in Moscow together with a visitor from The Founding Committee of Moldova. Following an outstanding Opening Ceremony, with the Police Orchestra giving an excellent performance, the Conference sessions ran smoothly. In fact, we finished by Friday lunchtime, and... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/35th-IEC-Conference-Moscow-16-to-21-Sept-2008- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/35th-IEC-Conference-Moscow-16-to-21-Sept-2008- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:00:35 GMT USA 2009 NDC takes place from 25th to 29th of October 2009 in the Casino Queen  Hotel, Illinois. For further details visit www.ipa-usa.org. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/USA---USA-2009-NDC- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/USA---USA-2009-NDC- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:58:22 GMT Barecelona Friendship Week takes place from 1st to 6th of August 2009. Accomodation, entertainment, breakfast and evening meals all provided. Visit www.ipavallesocc.org/barcelonaweek for the full itinerary. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/SPAIN---Barcelona-Friendship-Week- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/SPAIN---Barcelona-Friendship-Week- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:56:19 GMT The IPA-Fly-In takes place from 24th to 27th of July 2009 in the historic city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber / Germany. This annual event attracts pilots from throughout the IPA World. Information can be found at www.ipa-flyin.de http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/GERMANY---The-11th-International-IPA-Fly-In- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/GERMANY---The-11th-International-IPA-Fly-In- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:25:15 GMT Come and celebrate with us. In 2009 we are celebrating our 50th anniversary, from 21st to 24th of May 2009 in Graz, Austria. For the full event program and registration email steiermark@ipa.at http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/AUSTRIA---50th-Anniversary-IPA- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/AUSTRIA---50th-Anniversary-IPA- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:24:01 GMT 5-a-side football competition, will be held at Numana (Ancona) from 21st to 24th May 2009. The deadline to register is January 30th 2009. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/ITALY---9th-Trophy-Riviera-del-Conero- http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/ITALY---9th-Trophy-Riviera-del-Conero- Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:22:33 GMT Due to the international levy not being paid for two years and very little contact with the National Board, Section Seychelles had its voting rights suspended. This does not necessarily mean expulsion if the Section can be revived and pay its outstanding bills before our World Congress in 2010. As a neighbouring Section, Mauritius agreed to give... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-Seychelles-Suspended http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-Seychelles-Suspended Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:04:05 GMT Sibenik, Croatia IPA hosted the inaugural IPA Adriatic Cup held between 10th May and 17th May 2008.   Both IPA teams flew out to Split airport on 10th May 2008. From the moment they landed they were treated with the warmest welcome and the most breathtaking of scenary. The first day was allocated for acclimatisation and familiarisation... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Test-Event-1 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Test-Event-1 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 11:00:23 GMT IPA Leicestershire branch recently hosted a very successful seminar on domestic violence at Leicestershire police headquarters. The two day event saw 50 police officers and participants from probation, social services, women's refuges and the University of Leicester take part in the seven hour seminar. The Deputy Chief Constable of Leicester... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Test-News-Story-2---77 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Test-News-Story-2---77 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:32:52 GMT Mick Luke the Chairman of Nottinghamshire reflects on the anniversary festival to celebrate fifty years of the IPA Branch in the County. Celebrations took place from the 12th - 16th June 2008. The initial plan was to make the event first and foremost enjoyable, to see as much of the County as possible and not make the planning part too arduous... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Test-News-Story-1--76 http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Test-News-Story-1--76 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:32:35 GMT Stagecoach UK Bus, one of the flagship companies within the Stagecoach Group, has kindly donated £500 to the International Police Association, Section UK.  The money received will be used to produce promotional materials distributed by the membership and put out on display at the various IPA exhibitions being set up through the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Sponsorship-Package---International-Police-Association-Section-UK 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Sponsorship-Package---International-Police-Association-Section-UK Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:43:05 GMT Section South Africa have announced that they will go out of their way to assist members with accommodation, but are not in a position to assist members (especially groups) with transport.  In South Africa, when transporting groups of people you require a Public Drivers Permit.  Failure to comply with this will result in... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/FIFA-World-Cup-2010 44, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/FIFA-World-Cup-2010 Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:37:28 GMT Jacek MICHALKOWSKI collects IPA pins.  You can view his collection at: http://www.jackpolice.eu/c_fotografiedetail.php?oferta_id=11.  He is still looking for any new pins and offers Polish IPA pins in exchange.    You can contact him at:  jacekmichalkowski@wp.pl http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Pin-Exchange 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Pin-Exchange Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:43:41 GMT In March 2010, IPA Hertfordshire Branch played host to a delegation of police officers from the Limanova region of southern Poland. The eight officers spent a week visiting the sights of Hertfordshire and London, socialising with local officers and meeting up with the Chief Constable and the Mayor of Hemel Hempstead.   Hertfordshire... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Herts-Branch-Host-Polish-Visitors---International-Police-Association-Section-UK 12,38, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Herts-Branch-Host-Polish-Visitors---International-Police-Association-Section-UK Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:34:11 GMT Some new items of merchandise have been added to the IPA web shop. They include the Diamond Jubilee Pin Badge, an IPA Water Bottle and an IPA Thermal Mug. To view prices and all the other items currently available please click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Items-Available-in-IPA-Shop 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Items-Available-in-IPA-Shop Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:28:59 GMT Nick Summers, is a life member of the IPA and formerly a member of 10 Region, K Branch. After retiring from the Metropolitan Police Force he now lives in Cagayan de Oro, Mindanao Province of The Philippines. Recently, Nick was invited to visit the Philippine National Police Academy near Manilla. The PNPA is the national training academy... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Nothing-to-do-in-retirement 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Nothing-to-do-in-retirement Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:38:16 GMT IPA member David Cummings is also a member of the Metropolitan Police Emerald Society Pipe and Drum Band. When an invite was received by the band to play at the Musikparade 2010, it shouldn't have been a surprise. The old hands that had played Edinburgh Tattoos and for the Royal family it was going to be much of the same but for many it was... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Nerve-wracking-experience-in-Trier 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Nerve-wracking-experience-in-Trier Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:16:38 GMT A reminder to all interested parties that applications to enter this event must be made before April 30, 2010. The full program of the event can be downloaded from the website or IPA ITALY 's IPA SENIGALLIA, thank you Please visit the links below: www.ipa-italia.it www.ipa-senigallia.it http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Sport-Gala---1-Cup-of-Velvet-Beach-IPA-Senigallia-ITALY 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Sport-Gala---1-Cup-of-Velvet-Beach-IPA-Senigallia-ITALY Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:42:57 GMT This years National Council Meeting is being hosted by 11 Region, from 17 to 20 June, at The Felbridge Hotel, East Grinstead. There are still a limited number of rooms available for anyone wishing to attend. Full details can be found by clicking here. Bookings WILL NOT be accepted after Monday 10th May. Region's are reminded that if they... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Its-not-too-late-for-NCM-2010! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Its-not-too-late-for-NCM-2010! Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:09:34 GMT In March 2010 Hertfordshire Branch played host to a delegation of police officers from the Limanova region of southern Poland. The eight officers spent a week visiting the sights of Hertfordshire and London, socialising with local officers and meeting up with the Chief Constable and the Mayor of Hemel Hempstead during their... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Hertfordshire-hosts-Police-Officers-from-Limanova 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Hertfordshire-hosts-Police-Officers-from-Limanova Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:18:53 GMT There has been changes to the design of the IPA Lanyard and IPA Windscreen Sticker. There have also been some additions to the IPA Shop. These include a Diamond Jubilee Tie Pin @ £1.50; IPA drinking bottle @ £3.75; and Thermal Cup @ £5.50 (all prices include p&p). Please visit: www.ipa-uk.org/Shop IPA Scotland have... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Shop---New-Lanyard-and-Car-Windscreen-Sticker 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Shop---New-Lanyard-and-Car-Windscreen-Sticker Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:37 GMT Dear Friend, After a last negotiation with the IEC Hotel manager, a new deadline for applicants to fill in the registration form for the 36th Paris IEC and the Friendship Week has been agreed. The new date is the 31st of May 2010. This new deadline will be the last one and no other delay will be granted. After this date and so that no... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/36th-IEC-Paris-Conference---Update 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/36th-IEC-Paris-Conference---Update Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:13:56 GMT Just to let you know that we are having a cut-off date for the Poland 2010 event, so I can finalise plans.  We have the hotels booked so we just need to liase with the IPA sections we are travelling through.  The cut-off date to join us on the trip will be the 25th May 2010. So hurry if you are interested contact: motorcycling@ipa-uk... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcycling-Group---Poland-Trip---Entry-Deadline 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcycling-Group---Poland-Trip---Entry-Deadline Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:14:19 GMT On the evening of the Open Day at BSAC, Nottinghamshire Branch is hosting a Gala Dinner Dance at the World famous Trent Bridge cricket ground. Saturday 24 July 2010, 7 pm - 12 midnight, Tickets are £25.95 per head. Contact: VPLuke@ipa-uk.org  Tel: 077477 66045 to book.   Menu  Starter Leek &... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gala-Dinner-Dance-at-Trent-Bridge 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gala-Dinner-Dance-at-Trent-Bridge Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:36:30 GMT Members are now able to share information on the website via a new feature entitled 'Share This'. At the bottom of several pages throughout the site you will see the 'share this' buttons. (See bottom of the page) If you wish to share the information on the page such as a news item or event you can click on the 'Send to a Friend'... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Share-the-Information 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Share-the-Information Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:10:20 GMT Please note that the registration deadline for the for Hong Kong Friendship Week 2010 (50th Golden Jubilee Anniversary) has been extended to 31 May 2010. Full payment is required for the confirmation of registration. So far, we have received more than 60 persons registered with the event. They are coming from sections of the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Hong-Kong-Friendship-Week---Deadline-Extention 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Hong-Kong-Friendship-Week---Deadline-Extention Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:15:07 GMT David Moore from 3 Region recently spent a holiday in Hong Kong, together with an IPA friend from New Zealand. David wanted to point out that the help that he had received from Wilson Wong, the Hong Kong travel secretary, was excellent. Among many tips Wilson suggested contacting Miss Kitty Yui at the hotel Metropark, in the Wanchai... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Tips-for-Travel-to-Hong-Kong 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Tips-for-Travel-to-Hong-Kong Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:43:01 GMT Allan Young has just updated the information on the 3 Region - Northumbria Branch Charity Golf Day programme to view the details click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/3-Region---Northumbria-Branch-Charity-Golf-Day---Update 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/3-Region---Northumbria-Branch-Charity-Golf-Day---Update Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:17:27 GMT Kent Branch have organised a classical Spectacular at the Royal Albert Hall on the 20th November. To see ticket prices and more details click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/11-Region---Kent-Branch-Classical-Spectacular 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/11-Region---Kent-Branch-Classical-Spectacular Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:23:56 GMT Scarborough Branch have organised a fabulous trip on the North York Moors Railway, Friday 25th June 2010.  24 seats have been reserved in the dining car "Jos de Crau" on board the North Yorkshire Pullman. The Pullman now runs out of Grosmont to Pickering and includes a return journey. Departure is from Grosmont at 7.30pm returning about... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/All-aboard-the-North-Yorkshire-Pullman! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/All-aboard-the-North-Yorkshire-Pullman! Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:51:48 GMT Joseph Tondreau a member of IPARC (international Police Association Radio Club) is trying to promote IPA Radio Clubs Internationally. Radio Technology is always advancing, operators can now use their home computers and  laptops to communicate via Echo Link & IRLP (Internet Radio Linking Project). A very small portable transceiver may... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Are-you-Ga-ga-for-Radio http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Are-you-Ga-ga-for-Radio Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:17:11 GMT As part of the Durham Friendship Week there is now the option of just attending the event for the weekend. A special formatted weekend programme, for those interested, can be viewed by clicking here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Durham-Friendship-Week-Just-Got-Better 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Durham-Friendship-Week-Just-Got-Better Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:25:15 GMT Members from the International Police Association, Region 1 (Scotland) will be hosting a stand at the Scottish Specials Conference being held a the Scottish Police College between 21 - 23 May 2010.    http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/International-Police-Association-Section-UK---Scottish-Specials-Conference 12,14, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/International-Police-Association-Section-UK---Scottish-Specials-Conference Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:49:44 GMT Members of the International Police Association, Section UK, Motorcycle Group are just three weeks away from their Motorcycle journey to Holland. A party of 26 bikers on 22 bikes from North, West and South Yorkshire, Cheshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Worcestershire, Devon and Surrey will... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcycle-Group-on-Amber 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcycle-Group-on-Amber Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:49:47 GMT At the inaugural meeting of the IPA Motorcycle Group it was decided to have a group mascot who would travel with the group on their tours and events. 'Arthur' who was named after the IPA founder Arthur Troop has now joined the fold. He will be attending the following events. Holland 2010 IPA National Council Meeting 2010 Poland... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Hairy-Biker--joins-IPA-Motorcycling-Group 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Hairy-Biker--joins-IPA-Motorcycling-Group Tue, 04 May 2010 13:38:47 GMT The organisers of the Diamond Jubilee Football Tournament are currently looking in to the possibility of the event still going ahead. More information will follow as soon as new venue details are confirmed. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament---UPDATE! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament---UPDATE! Wed, 05 May 2010 14:23:17 GMT Steve Hunt has informed BSAC that this event has had to be postponed because it has not been possible to finalise all the necessary arrangements with Brett Vale Golf Club and crucial IPA members who are involved in arranging all the teams etc are currently deployed in duties which make the task of finalising the event impossible. The plan... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/10-Region-Golf-Tournament-2010---Postponed 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/10-Region-Golf-Tournament-2010---Postponed Fri, 07 May 2010 11:43:43 GMT Members are welcome to attend the National Council Meeting Gala Dinner and Dance. Ticket price includes live music by 'Mark Tait Band', raffle and three course meal. Tickets £35 per person. Any enquiries, email ncm2010@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NCM-Gala-dinner-and-dance---invitation-to-all 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NCM-Gala-dinner-and-dance---invitation-to-all Mon, 10 May 2010 13:05:06 GMT David Parkhill has announced that the Region 2 Friendship Week - A Taste of Ulster is now fully booked. The event now has over 75 confirmed bookings. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-Taste-of-Ulster-Friendship-Week---Update 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-Taste-of-Ulster-Friendship-Week---Update Wed, 12 May 2010 10:22:44 GMT Section Brazil would like to encourage cultural exchange and better relationships among its associates. It aims are to open some doors for leisure and tourism development. Section Brazil invites members and their families to join its 2010 programme - "IPA - PANTANAL". The Pantanal is a tropical... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-Brazil-invite-you-to-the-Pantanal 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-Brazil-invite-you-to-the-Pantanal Thu, 13 May 2010 14:04:09 GMT Advance notice is given that the 50th anniversary celebrations of Section Luxembourg will take place from 19th to 22nd May 2011.  Further information will be provided at a later date. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/50th-Anniversary-Celebrations-of-Section-Luxembourg 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/50th-Anniversary-Celebrations-of-Section-Luxembourg Mon, 17 May 2010 10:27:11 GMT Louis Meurger is  looking for a friendly family who is available to help to improve his and his families verbal English. He is looking for an exchange holiday (a week in France for a week in England in return) They can offer B & B accommodation if people prefer. They would like to discover the region of London and the south of England.... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Can-You-Help 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Can-You-Help Thu, 20 May 2010 12:26:18 GMT Arthur Troop Scholarship 2011 - Applications are invited a bursary that is to be used for a seminar at the International Conference Centre Gimborn or a comparable institution. All applicants wishing to be considered for the Arthur Troop Scholarship 2011 must complete the application form and send it to Secretary General Tom Crozier by the 25th... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Applications-are-invited-for-the-Arthur-Troop-Scholarship-2011 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Applications-are-invited-for-the-Arthur-Troop-Scholarship-2011 Fri, 21 May 2010 12:24:24 GMT As of today 24 May 2010 Birmingham branch will now be known as Birmingham, West Midlands branch. After a vote at the AGM in January, the agreement was for the name change to take place from today. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Birmingham-branch-changes-its-name 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Birmingham-branch-changes-its-name Mon, 24 May 2010 15:39:32 GMT Glasgow, Lomond & Clyde Branch have managed to get 30 tickets for the opening night of the Edinburgh Tattoo. These tickets are extremely difficult to obtain so a huge thank you to Evelyn Greechan the Chair. The date of the opening night is Friday 6 August at 9pm. The tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis. The... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Edingburgh-Tattoo---Tickets-now-available 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Edingburgh-Tattoo---Tickets-now-available Tue, 25 May 2010 11:23:58 GMT 4 Region, South Wales West branch are collaborating with Mumbles Community Council to offer you a weekend of fun at the annual Navy Days Weekend - Saturday 29 May to Monday 31 May 2010. A weekend of activities, exhibitions & events to commemorate all things nautical. If you would care to join us then please note that... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/South-West-Wales-Branch-invite-you-to-the-Navy-Days-Weekend 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/South-West-Wales-Branch-invite-you-to-the-Navy-Days-Weekend Tue, 25 May 2010 12:25:41 GMT The tournament will be held at York University on 17 - 18 September 2010. Entry is £100 per team which can have upto 8 players. Accommodation is also at the York University which is at a cost of £35 per person per night, this is a bed and breakfast basis. A link will be sent to each team who enter to book their own accommodation... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament--2010---Back-On! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Diamond-Jubilee-Football-Tournament--2010---Back-On! Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:36:53 GMT Three new items of IPA merchandise are now available via the web-shop. The new items are: IPA Section UK Pennant £4 inc p&p Section UK Fabric Pennant. 17cm wide, 23cm long with a 13cm hanging cord. Machine embroidered. IPA Cufflinks £5.50 inc p&p Gold-coloured... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-items-of-IPA-Merchandise-Now-Available- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-items-of-IPA-Merchandise-Now-Available- Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:09:18 GMT Since January the IPA has received positive interest in the special MBNA credit card deal with over 21 individuals expressing interest and 13 accounts being set up. If you would to find out more about how the deal benefits both the member and the IPA then click on the link below. Section UK earns a commission on all new cards taken... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/MBNA-Credit-Card---Benefits-members-and-the-IPA 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/MBNA-Credit-Card---Benefits-members-and-the-IPA Mon, 07 Jun 2010 13:02:32 GMT Edition 2 of Police World is currently on the press and should be through your door by the middle of next week. The deadline for articles and news for Edition 3 is Monday 9 August, 2010 so if you have a story about a recent event or want to publicise something that is happening later in the year then email it in to the Editor:... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Police-World---is-on-the-press 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Police-World---is-on-the-press Mon, 07 Jun 2010 13:11:21 GMT Why not join the 24 members from Section UK and the 6 members from Section Ireland when they attend the Airborne March and hand over the IPA Diamond Jubilee Baton to another founding Section, Section Netherlands. Mark Kernohan is meeting with Kees Saal from Holland at Guildford to finalise the details of the actual handover.  The... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-64th-Airborne-March-Ceremonial-handover-of-the-Diamond-Jubilee-Baton 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-64th-Airborne-March-Ceremonial-handover-of-the-Diamond-Jubilee-Baton Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:41:46 GMT On 26 October and 23 November, 2010 9 Region have organised trips to witness the ceremony of 'The Keys' at Tower of London. More details can be obtained from John Cooper at 9 Region. Contact details and more events can be found by visiting: www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Social http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/9-Region-are-Heading-for-the-Tower 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/9-Region-are-Heading-for-the-Tower Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:12:09 GMT The latest edtion of Police World has just been uploaded to the website. To read it or any previous edition: Click here http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-latest-edition-of-Police-World-is-now-live-on-the-web 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-latest-edition-of-Police-World-is-now-live-on-the-web Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:16:34 GMT The Motorcycling Group tour of Holland photographs are now available to view in the gallery. Click here to see pictures of the groups adventure. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Motorcycling-Group-Tour-of-Holland-Photographs 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Motorcycling-Group-Tour-of-Holland-Photographs Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:33:39 GMT 10 region have finalised plans for a new IPA House in Colchester, Essex. This apartment is situated in a privately owned secure block with stunning views over Colchester Park. The apartment is only a three minute bus ride from the main Colchester Railway Station and is also only a five minute walk from the town centre. It benefits from... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-IPA-House-in-Colchester! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-IPA-House-in-Colchester! Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:12:02 GMT Roger Murr takes over as Treasurer and Mick Abbott is now Social Secretary.  Having stood down from the respective posts, Ian James and Tom Witney will act in an Assistant capacity to Roger and Mick. The Branch is looking for two volunteers to take on other committee roles and anybody wishing to help should contact Tom Witney on... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Kent-Branch-Announce-They-Have-a-New-Treasurer-and-Social-Secretary 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Kent-Branch-Announce-They-Have-a-New-Treasurer-and-Social-Secretary Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:04:56 GMT On 2 September, 2010 Derbyshire branch are planning a visit and individual tour of Haddon Hall, a country estate near Bakewell. Places are limited to 18 people so book now. Contact: derbyshire@ipa-uk.org for more information and booking Haddon Hall is a fortified medieval manor house dating from the 12 th Century, and is the home of Lord... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Derbyshire-Branch-Plan-a-Tour-of-Haddon-Hall 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Derbyshire-Branch-Plan-a-Tour-of-Haddon-Hall Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:50:22 GMT Section New Zealand have organised a fantastic programme of events for their friendship week in April 2011. To view the programme or to download the registration form click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-New-Zealand-Friendship-Week-2011---Book-Now! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-New-Zealand-Friendship-Week-2011---Book-Now! Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:59:36 GMT Photographs from the recent National Golf Tournament, which was held at the Wrotham Heath Golf Club in Kent, are now available to view in the web gallery. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Golf-Tournament-2010---Photographs-Available-to-View! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Golf-Tournament-2010---Photographs-Available-to-View! Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:55:50 GMT Ronnie Dukes was elected as the new Vice President at the National Council Meeting which was held over the weekend. Ronnie replaces Bryn Jones and he is looking forward to his new role and the work ahead. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ronnie-Dukes-Elected-as-the-New-Vice-President 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ronnie-Dukes-Elected-as-the-New-Vice-President Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:20:43 GMT The following increases to membership fees were authorised by the National Council at the Felbridge Hotel, Sussex. Joining Fee going up to £35.00 as of 1 October, 2010 Renewal fee going up by £3 as of 1 January, 2011 Life Membership going up to 15 times annual renewal fee as of 1 January, 2011. (currently 10 times). http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Membership-Fee-Changes-from-1-January-2011 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Membership-Fee-Changes-from-1-January-2011 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:56:22 GMT Representatives from 1 Region gather in the spirit of friendship at the national Council Meeting, Felbridge Hotel, Sussex.   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/1-Region-Gather-at-Felbridge 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/1-Region-Gather-at-Felbridge Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:26:35 GMT Bookings for the Ayrshire Friendship Week in 2011 are coming in thick and fast with 50% of places now booked. Jim Nisbet, who is handling bookings reports, "we've received definite bookings from USA, Canada, Denmark and England, plus interest shown from members in Finland, Sweden, Holland. To find out more about the friendship week and... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ayrshire-Friendship-Week---Book-Now-to-Avoid-Disappointment 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ayrshire-Friendship-Week---Book-Now-to-Avoid-Disappointment Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:43:16 GMT Bryn Jones is to represent Section UK at the Polish Police National Day in Warsaw. Ronnie Dukes and Mark Bullen are to be the representatives at the Polish Police Regional Day in Slupsk. Click here to find out more about the National and Regional Polish Police Days. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Section-UK-represented-at-Polish-Police-Day---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Section-UK-represented-at-Polish-Police-Day---International-Police-Association Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:54:33 GMT The International Police Association has raised £425 for the charity Care of Police Survivors (COPS).   The money was raised by way of an auction for a stay at the IPA House in St Andrews. The auction which took place at a Summer Black Tie Ball held at the stunning venue of Chatsworth House in Derbyshire.  Mick Luke, Vice... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/£425-Raised-for-COPS---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/£425-Raised-for-COPS---International-Police-Association Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:01:07 GMT Dave Hardy from 3 Region knows Jack Niklaus personally. After telling Jack about the IPA and the Diamond Jubilee Anniversary, Jack wanted to pass on his regards to the organisation and all the members.   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Regards-from-the-Golden-Bear 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Regards-from-the-Golden-Bear Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:49:43 GMT Amy Harris, a 17 year old from Worcestershire, has been selected to attend the International Youth Gathering in Hungary on behalf of Section UK. Amy is currently studying for A Levels in History, Geography, Politics and Economics. In the future she hopes to go to University to study Politics and International Relations.  Amy is really... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Amy-Looks-Forward-to-the-IYG 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Amy-Looks-Forward-to-the-IYG Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:07:54 GMT It was announced at NCM that Regional liaison has been allocated as follows.   VP Ronnie Dukes will cover Regions: 1, 8,6 and 11.  Contact: vpDukes@ipa-uk.org    VP Mark Kernohan will cover Regions: 2, 4 and 7.  Contact: vpKernohan@ipa-uk.org   VP Mick Luke will cover Regions: 3, 5, 9 and 10.  Contact:... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Regional-Liaison-Allocation-Announced 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Regional-Liaison-Allocation-Announced Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:34:56 GMT The IPA have negotiated two new members only discounts with Stenaline and DFDS Seaways. To view details of how to obtain the discount please click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Ferry-Discounts---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Ferry-Discounts---International-Police-Association Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:57:35 GMT Photographs taken by Ian Kyle, of the IPA stained glass window rededication ceremony at Guildford Cathedral, are now available to view in the Web Gallery Click here to view. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Guildford-Cathedral-Photographs---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Guildford-Cathedral-Photographs---International-Police-Association Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:03:23 GMT Colin Menzies, ACPOS Portfolio Holder for the Special Constabulary, has written thanking Euan Forbes for his efforts at the Special Constabulary Conference held in Scotland in May. Colin goes on to say that he is keen to encourage Specials to take their place in the Police family and organisations such as the IPA. The fact that the IPA... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/ACPOS-Thank-Euan-Forbes-and-the-IPA 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/ACPOS-Thank-Euan-Forbes-and-the-IPA Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:36:14 GMT Photographs showing the highlights of the entertainment that was put on for the NCM delegates have been uploaded to view in the web gallery. Click to see the the images of Friday evening and Saturday evening. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-selection-of-images-from-the-Friday-Saturday-Night-NCM-2010-are-Available-for-Viewing 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-selection-of-images-from-the-Friday-Saturday-Night-NCM-2010-are-Available-for-Viewing Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:28:27 GMT Caroline Brown from York Branch has produced a fantastic cross stitch map of the UK. The map shows key places of interest such as the Giants Causeway, Caernarfon Castle and the Old Man of Hoy. It even shows in detail an image of Arthur Troop House in Nottingham. Caroline presented the map to Steve Connor on the Friday evening of the National... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Caroline-Brown-has-the-UK-in-Stitches 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Caroline-Brown-has-the-UK-in-Stitches Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:46:11 GMT Tickets are now limited for the Gala Dinner Dance at Trent Bridge Cricket Ground on the 24th July. Book now to avoid dissappointment. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Gala-Dinner-Dance-at-Trent-Bridge-Cricket-Ground---Only-a-Few-Tickets-Left! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Gala-Dinner-Dance-at-Trent-Bridge-Cricket-Ground---Only-a-Few-Tickets-Left! Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:21:41 GMT There has been price increases to some of the items we have on sale in the shop. To see the latest items including several new additions such as the IPA cufflinks, please click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Visit-the-Shop-to-See-the-New-IPA-Cufflinks 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Visit-the-Shop-to-See-the-New-IPA-Cufflinks Fri, 02 Jul 2010 10:47:32 GMT Allan Young has reported that the golf day at Rothbury Golf Club, which was on Monday 14th June, was a great succcess. This year the day was coupled with 60th Anniversary Celebrations and a visit from members from Cincinnatti. The event ended with dinner at the club with music from a local pipe band. Prizes for the winners were... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Golf-Day-Success! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Golf-Day-Success! Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:02:24 GMT   Join the IPA, Section UK during July, August and September for just half price.   Pay just £15.   To join click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/HALF-PRICE-Promotion! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/HALF-PRICE-Promotion! Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:36:21 GMT The National Council Meeting 2011 weekend will take place from 13 May to 15 May. Venue:  The Marriott Hotel, Peterborough.  Click here for details. Costs: The costs for delegates and guests will be; Delegates - £182pp Partners - £160pp Single occupancy - £260pp Extra night... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/NCM-2011---Dates-Announced 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/NCM-2011---Dates-Announced Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:22:19 GMT The IPA Motorcycling Group is planning a trip to Germany to attend the 25th Anniversary of IPA Verbindungsstell Nordfriesland and 4th International Motorcycle Meeting. This will take place from Friday 10 June to Monday 13 June, 2011. The group is intending to go out on 8 June, 2011 and come back on the 12 June, 2011. For more... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-IPA-Motorcycling-Group-Trip-to-Germany 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-IPA-Motorcycling-Group-Trip-to-Germany Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:46:52 GMT The recent warm weather has encouraged so many members to book for the Ice Cream Rally that it is now fully booked. This event is being organised by Bob Lea at Red Lion Farm, Stafford. Bob tells us that so many people have shown interest that there is now a waiting list. Click here for details of this year's remaining caravan and... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Everybody-Wants-an-Ice-Cream 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Everybody-Wants-an-Ice-Cream Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:34:57 GMT There is still plenty of time to enter this years National Photography Competition. So get snapping! Competition Details: There are three categories. Open Competition - A digital camera (model to be announced) + £75 Police Theme - £75 IPA Theme - £75 Conditions: Only photographs (not digital images) will be... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Get-Snapping! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Get-Snapping! Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:50:10 GMT Jonathan Griffiths has announced that a team from Romania will be competing in the Diamond Jubilee Football Tournament and that the German team that competed last year will be returning for a rematch. The tournament will take place on 17-18 September so there is still time to register your team. Contact: jubileefootball@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-Football-Goes-International- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-Football-Goes-International- Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:44:11 GMT Castle Howard Proms: Saturday 21 August, 2010 Fourteen members and guests will be joining the crowds on Saturday 21 August. Tickets are still available but now cost £28.00 rising to £32.00 on the night. This is a wonderful event in a marvellous setting so if you think that you now want to attend, please get in touch as soon as... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Castle-Howard-Proms---Tickets-Available 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Castle-Howard-Proms---Tickets-Available Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:39:42 GMT Oldenburg Cabbage Festival: Friday 28 January - Sunday 30 January, 2011 Full details for the Oldenburg Cabbage Festival have not been circulated but it has been confirmed that it will take place on Friday 28 January - Sunday 30 January, 2011. This is the 40th anniversary of the event for Oldenburg IPA so it will no doubt be extra special. We can... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Oldenburg-Cabbage-Festival-40th-Anniversary 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Oldenburg-Cabbage-Festival-40th-Anniversary Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:12:42 GMT A small company which has prepared slate plaques for clients such as the Shotton Paper Company which was officially opened by HRH Prince Charles, as well as the National Lottery who funded signs for the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, has stepped in at short notice to help IPA. Cloud9Craft produced the Plaque used to celebrate... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-Company-Not-to-be-Slated! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-Company-Not-to-be-Slated! Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:25:26 GMT 9 Region have opened up a facebook page to pass on infomation and to promote the IPA organisation. To view the page visit: www.facebook.com/  Once registered with the site, simply search for: IPA 9 Region http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/9-Region-Seek-Wider-Audience-via-Facebook 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/9-Region-Seek-Wider-Audience-via-Facebook Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:41:54 GMT Are there any members interested in creating an IPA Scuba Dive Section? Mark Faunt would like to set a group with a broad geographical mix of contacts with access to dive sites and club equipment. The idea is to set up events throughout the country and throughout the year where divers could meet for either organised or impromptu diving sessions.... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Anyone-for-Scuba 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Anyone-for-Scuba Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:42:41 GMT In 1979 as the Chairman of 6 Region Kevan Barrett oversaw the arrangements for the various functions and hosting when 6 Region marked the 150 th Anniversary of the Metropolitan Police with a Friendship Week. During that week the Wilkinson Razor Company presented 6 Region with a commemoration sword to honour our work and achievements in the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Our-Sword-is-Missing! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Our-Sword-is-Missing! Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:43:05 GMT A new callout has been created on the homepage which directly links to the IPA houses in the UK, including the new IPA house in Colchester. The callout appears in the bottom left corner, simply click it to be directed to the IPA houses page. On this page you will find information and further links to the houses in St. Andrews and Colchester.... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-houses-in-the-UK----new-links-on-the-website 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-houses-in-the-UK----new-links-on-the-website Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:16:24 GMT Today is Saint Swithin's Day (15th July) and it has rained! Does this mean we are about to have forty days of rain? What better time to buy an IPA umbrella, costing just £12 inc P&P. Click here to make an order. Origin of the Old Adage, "If it rains on Saint Swithin's Day, it will rain for Forty Days afterwards." In the year... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Time-to-Buy-an-Umbrella! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Time-to-Buy-an-Umbrella! Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:12:49 GMT Send in a photograph of yourself or of another IPA member reading Police World in an unusual location and WIN a copy of  ‘DNA Crime Investigations’ by Stephen Wade. The more bizarre or amusing the location the better. We want to know where you read the magazine so email your entry to:  lee.hemmings@ipa-uk.org http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Most-Unusual-Location-Competition 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Most-Unusual-Location-Competition Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:57:23 GMT Graham Cole , PC Tony Stamp from the TV show 'The Bill' wanted to congratulate the IPA in its Jubilee year. Graham presented the IPA with a signed copy of his new book 'On the Beat - My Story'. The inscription reads 'Congratulations IPA on it's Diamond Jubilee 2010, Graham Cole'. The book will be placed on permanent display at BSAC... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Actor-Graham-Cole-Congratulates-the-IPA 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Actor-Graham-Cole-Congratulates-the-IPA Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:26:13 GMT This year in celebration of the Diamond anniversary of the International Police Association, a limited edition picture has been specially produced showing members in uniforms from across the world.  It celebrates IPA members past, present and future and celebrates our great organisation.  The pictures are individually signed by the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Seasonal-Greetings-Cards-and-Gifts-from-the-IPA 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Seasonal-Greetings-Cards-and-Gifts-from-the-IPA Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:19:29 GMT The ACC's of both Durham and Cleveland police are offering their support to the forthcoming friendship event being held  in Durham City by Durham and Cleveland branch. Mr Banks, ACC of Durham Constabulary has very kindly arranged transport for the visitors after a guided round Durham Castle to a buffet lunch at Durham HQ after which... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Durham-and-Cleveland-Assistant-Chief-Constables-Support-Branch-Friendship-Week 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Durham-and-Cleveland-Assistant-Chief-Constables-Support-Branch-Friendship-Week Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:21:42 GMT Unfortunately, it was announced at the National Council Meeting that two branches - Dumfries and Galloway; and Mid-Essex Branches - have folded. Members from these branches have now been moved to neighbouring branches. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Two-Branches-Fold 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Two-Branches-Fold Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:17:16 GMT The idea of awarding loyalty pins was agreed at NCM 2008. A loyalty certificate has been drawn up and signed by the President. Mark Faunt has sourced and placed an order for the pins and the plan is to issue these awards from January 2011. Mick Luke urges all Regions to begin the process of nomination for eligible... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/New-Loyalty-Pins-Awards-for-2011 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/New-Loyalty-Pins-Awards-for-2011 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:55:14 GMT The minutes of the National Council Meeting held on 19 June 2010 are now available click here.   Secretary General, Tom Crozier, has provided a summary of the main rule changes.   Joining Fee   To be increased from £30.00 to £35.00 from 1st October 2010. Renewal Fee   To be increased from... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Council-Meeting-2010---Minutes 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Council-Meeting-2010---Minutes Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:15:49 GMT Section UK is pleased to announce that an organisation named 'Good Living - Health Matters' will be holding an exhibition at the Open Day due to be held at the British Section Admin Centre, West Bridgford, Nottingham on Saturday 24 July 2010.   Christine Golding of  'Good Living - Health Matters' said, "We're really pleased with the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Experience-Good-Living-at-the-Open-Day 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Experience-Good-Living-at-the-Open-Day Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:14:44 GMT In the minutes of the 4 Region meeting held on the 6 July, 2010, it was announced that the branches South Wales East and South Wales West merged to form South Wales branch. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/4-Region-East-and-West-Merger 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/4-Region-East-and-West-Merger Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:46:40 GMT Invitation to join the Devon Branch Week-End at Torquay.  8 - 10 October, 2010. Following their successful first time Autumn break weekend in 2009, the Devon Branch Committee have decided to repeat the venture this year and at the time of writing there are vacancies.   Devon members now invite other members from... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Devon-Branch-Week-End-at-Torquay 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Devon-Branch-Week-End-at-Torquay Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:07:32 GMT Devon Branch Annual Valentine weekend at Newquay 11 to 14 February, 2011.   Devon Branch organisers have decided to return to the Sandy Lodge Hotel at Newquay 2011 by popular demand. The week-end package for 2 nights half board is £59 or for 3 nights £75. Full details and booking forms are obtainable from Graham... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Valentine-Weekend-in-Newquay 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Valentine-Weekend-in-Newquay Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:07:01 GMT 2011 - 8 Region - 13-15 May, Marriott Hotel, Peterborough. [Delegates £180, Partners £160] 2012 - 4 Region - A hotel has been identified. Awaiting arrangements for NEC appointee to come to Wales to inspect. 2013 - 7 Region 2014 - 10 Region 2015 - 9 Region   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Dates-and-Venues-of-Future-Meetings-of-the-National-Council 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Dates-and-Venues-of-Future-Meetings-of-the-National-Council Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:42:21 GMT 7 Region have arranged a cross channel sailing event to take place over the weekend of 11-12 September, 2010. The itinerary is as follows: Thursday 9 September1600 hours - embark yachts, Sutton Marina, Plymouth Night sail to Alderney Friday 10 SeptemberArrive mid afternoon Bray Harbour, Alderney.Dinner ashore Saturday 11... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Cross-Channel-Sailing-Event-Planned 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Cross-Channel-Sailing-Event-Planned Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:34:49 GMT The MCG Mascot 'Arthur Troop' made £150 for the 'COPS UK' charity at the NCM on the Friday night.  Guests either paid £1 per single photo or £10 per table. However, due to his new found fame within the IPA he was also a target for a 'bear napping' and the femme fatals from 2 Region used their charm to whisk him... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Arthur-Troop-Bear-napped! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Arthur-Troop-Bear-napped! Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:06:39 GMT At the Open Day tomorrow there will be lots of items being sold cheaply to clear duplicates and non-IPA items from the archive.  Examples include police hats, shoulder patches, lapel pins.  Plus there's books, plates and pictures. So why not pop in and grab yourself a bargain. You never know you might find that missing piece... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Grab-a-Bargain-at-the-Open-Day! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Grab-a-Bargain-at-the-Open-Day! Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:55:59 GMT 18 Tickets still available! Glasgow, Lomond & Clyde Branch have managed to get tickets for the opening night of the Edinburgh Tattoo. These tickets are extremely difficult to obtain so a huge thank you to Evelyn Greechan the Chair. The date of the opening night is Friday 6 August at 9pm. The tickets will be sold on a first come... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/18-Tickets-Left-for-the-Tattoo 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/18-Tickets-Left-for-the-Tattoo Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:15:03 GMT At the Open Day at Fox Road which took place on Saturday 24 July a total of £258.20 was raised for the COPS - (Care of Police Survivors) charity. A combination of a raffle and jumble sale organised by the staff at BSAC proved to be the successful formula on the day. Click here  for more information about the charity http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/£258-Raised-for-COPS-at-the-Open-Day 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/£258-Raised-for-COPS-at-the-Open-Day Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:04:41 GMT Jeffrey Davis President of 5 Region, Section USA runs a group on yahoo groups dedicated to IPA members who collect IPA memorabilia. He would like all IPA members interested in memorabilia to get in touch. You must be an IPA member to join the group. Here is the link:   http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IPACollectors/   http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Interested-in-IPA-Memorabilia-Get-in-Touch! 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Interested-in-IPA-Memorabilia-Get-in-Touch! Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:12:18 GMT Some images of the Open Day at BSAC, Fox Road, Nottingham have just been uploaded to the gallery. To view click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Images-from-the-Open-Day-at-Fox-Road 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Images-from-the-Open-Day-at-Fox-Road Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:53:40 GMT Images from the COPS memorial day held at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire have been uploaded to the website gallery. To view the images click here. To view further details of the National Memorial Arboretum click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Images-from-the-COPS-Memorial-Day 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Images-from-the-COPS-Memorial-Day Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:55:52 GMT The responsibility and roles document for the three Section UK Vice Presidents has just been published. Ronnie Dukes the newly appointed VP is now responsible for the recruitment of new members. Mark Kernohan is responsible for the retention of existing members and Mick Luke's are Communications. Click here to see the detailed descriptions of... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-Vice-Presidents-Responsibilities 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-Vice-Presidents-Responsibilities Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:37:18 GMT Images sent in by Bob Gunnell taken at the recent race day held at Mallory Park in Leicestershire have been uploaded to the gallery. To view the images click here. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Mallory-Race-Day-and-the-Peter-Goodwin-Trophy 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Mallory-Race-Day-and-the-Peter-Goodwin-Trophy Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:48:40 GMT A meeting was held recently of the Colchester IPA House Committee where it was decided to review the price structure. It was agreed in order to stimulate interest at this point in the year to reduce the daily tariff to IPA members to £50 and to non members £60. Click here for details on the Colchester house and booking.   ? http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Tariff-Change-at-Colchester 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Tariff-Change-at-Colchester Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:59:17 GMT On Tuesday 27 July 2010 the President led mourners from the world of IPA at the funeral service of our dear friend Gary Waine, who passed away on the 14 July 2010, at St. Michael's Church, Heighington, County Durham. 3 Region was represented by its Secretary, Bill Gee, and Gary's branch (Durham & Cleveland) by its Chair, Karel... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/A-Friend-Sorely-Missed 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/A-Friend-Sorely-Missed Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:29:58 GMT Images from the 5 Region Dinner Dance held at the Derek Randall Suite, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Ground on the 24 July have been uploaded to the gallery section of the website. Click here to view the images. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Maidens-were-bowled-over-at-the-5-Region-Dinner-Dance 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Maidens-were-bowled-over-at-the-5-Region-Dinner-Dance Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:04:36 GMT Tony Powell was the official photographer for the Open Day at BSAC on the 24 July. His images have now been uploaded to the web gallery for viewing. Click here. Tony also took images of the 5 Region Dinner Dance which took place later on the same day. These images will be available to download and print via a dedicated... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Official-Photographs-of-the-Open-Day-by-Tony-Powell 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Official-Photographs-of-the-Open-Day-by-Tony-Powell Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:58:31 GMT Alan Maich has produced an excellent information sheet for the Ben Nevis leg of the 4 Peak Hillwalk event that takes place on the 12 September, 2010. If you would like to join Alan and climb Ben Nevis contact him via email on: ben-nevis@ipa-uk.org If you wish to view the information sheet: click here. There are 3 other hillwalks... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Ben-Nevis-Hillwalk-Information-Sheet-Now-Available- 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Ben-Nevis-Hillwalk-Information-Sheet-Now-Available- Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:18:38 GMT Due to the Vice Chair Andy Gregory attending a seminar at Gimborn and the Secretary Sean Hannigan being involved in a Policing Operation, the Regional meeting which was to be held on 4 July will now be held on Sunday 15th August  2010 at Stonebridge Golf Club  Somers Road, Meriden, Coventry, West Midlands, CV7 7PL. ... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/5-Region-meeting---change-of-date-and-venue 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/5-Region-meeting---change-of-date-and-venue Fri, 28 May 2010 23:12:35 GMT This event takes place between 20 - 23 July 2010 and the organisers are still seeking representation from the UK Police. The absolute deadline for nominations is Monday 14 June. All costs, except travel, are met by the hosts; IPA members may have their travel costs met by their Region. Any IPA member interested in attending should... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/National-Police-Day---Poland 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/National-Police-Day---Poland Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:24:59 GMT Section Sri Lanka has closed the registration for their Friendship Week on 15th August 2010. They regret to inform us that they cannot accept any more bookings as they are not in a position to acquire any more hotel rooms as most of the hotels are now full. However they are willing to arrange more tours in the future if Sections inform them... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Sri-Lanka-Friendship-Week-Fully-Booked 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Sri-Lanka-Friendship-Week-Fully-Booked Fri, 09 Apr 2010 14:02:02 GMT There's still tickets available for the Mallory Park Race Day 2010 which takes place on Sunday 18 July 2010. Why not join members in the Hailwood Suite for this annual event - which costs only £1. That's right - just ONE POUND. Bob Gunnell, organiser, recalls the first race of last year's event.  "The first race was the... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Mallory-Park-Race-Day-Tickets-Still-Available 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Mallory-Park-Race-Day-Tickets-Still-Available Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:53:44 GMT Section UK has written to Simon Cole, welcoming him to his new post of Chief Constable of Leicestershire Constabulary. News on Leicestershire Constabulary website quotes Mr Cole, who took up his new post on Monday 14 June, as having spent much of his growing up in Leicestershire, and he is therefore looking forward to reacquainting... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/IPA-welcomes-new-Chief-Constable 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/IPA-welcomes-new-Chief-Constable Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:36:18 GMT The Association's Diamond Jubilee celebrations continued to make a mark last weekend when over 250 guests attended a special service to re-dedicate the IPA stained glass window at Guildford Cathedral.   The congregation included Mrs Sarah Goad, JP, Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, the Mayor of Guildford, Mrs Marsha Moseley... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Guildford-Cathedral-Service-of-Re-dedication 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Guildford-Cathedral-Service-of-Re-dedication Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:38:59 GMT   K Branch Secretary, Cathy Leader, has notified a change of date for the Branch's August meeting.  The date is  now  Saturday 7 August and not 26 August as previously arranged.  Details of the venue can be found on http://www.ipa-uk.org/Event-Catalog/Branch-Meeting http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/K-Branch-Meeting---Change-of-Date 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/K-Branch-Meeting---Change-of-Date Fri, 28 May 2010 14:14:39 GMT Whilst some of the top chefs in the country compete to win BBC's coveted prize of cooking a meal of local produce for HRH The Prince of Wales, the International Police Association has found its very own chef at Durham Cathedral.   Chef Richard Bell has put together a menu of authentic Durham produce for serving to IPA members and... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/The-Great-British-Menu---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/The-Great-British-Menu---International-Police-Association Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:01:10 GMT Durham Branch of the International Police Association invite you to join them for a visit to Hartlepool to watch the 'Tall Ships' enter the harbour and marina on Saturday 7 August 2010.  The event is part of the Branch's Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The coach leaves the Durham Royal County Hotel at  9am and returns by... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/I-see-no-ships---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/I-see-no-ships---International-Police-Association Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:33:51 GMT The organisers of this year's International Police Association National Council Meeting are looking for Section UK members that have experience of church/cathedral bell ringing. If you are an experienced campanologist, are available on Friday 18 June and able to travel to Guildford to ring the Cathedral bells for the special Diamond... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/campanologists---International-Police-Association 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/campanologists---International-Police-Association Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:45:07 GMT The Motorcycling group is currently arranging a health and safety course. No fixed date has yet been set so members interested in attending should get in touch with Dave Taylor at: motorcycling@ipa-uk.org The plan is hold the course at the BSAC office, Nottingham Who is the course for?  Recommended for anyone who rides a... http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Plans-to-hold-a-Motorcycling-Health---Safety-Course 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Plans-to-hold-a-Motorcycling-Health---Safety-Course Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:32:27 GMT IPA Section Austria is organising a ski-week in region Skiregion Nassfeld, Hermagor, Austria from 29th January to 5th February 2011. Please contact: ewald.grollitsch@ipa.at for more details. http://www.ipa-uk.org/News/Calling-All-Alpine-Adventurers 12, http://www.ipa-uk.org:80/News/Calling-All-Alpine-Adventurers Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:16:02 GMT