A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has signed and shared the petition - over 1,000 signatures in half a day! It shows the strength of feeling.

Please keep encouraging others to sign and share - it makes all the difference.

A lot of Police Federation of England and Wales reps and staff have got in touch with me grateful for this petition but sadly the culture of fear and silence is prevalent. You can sign this petition and hide your name by ticking the box at the bottom of the screen. Feel empowered, make a stand, do your bit while protecting yourself.