Mental health nurses are set to remain embedded within the City of London Police force, following assurances given during a recent Court of Common Council meeting.
Deputy Marianne Bernadette Fredericks raised concerns about the potential impact of budget cuts on these crucial roles, highlighting their importance in suicide prevention and supporting officers' wellbeing. The Chairman of the Police Authority Board responded to these concerns, promising to investigate the funding for the mental health nurses and report back to the court. I promise the honorable member that I will take that and I will report back to this honorable court. And I will also speak to the chair of community and children's services who I know is also very supportive,
he stated. The specific timeline for this report back was not provided.
This assurance comes as the City of London Police Authority Board presented its Annual Report for 2025-26. The report details the force's operations and financial standing, including a pie chart illustrating total income and funding sources amounting to £239.1 million.
The presence of mental health nurses within the police force is a key component of the force's strategy to support its officers. Their role is vital in addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by law enforcement personnel, contributing to both individual wellbeing and overall operational effectiveness.
The Court of Common Council is the governing body for the City of London. Its meetings, such as the one held on 10th September 2026, involve discussions and decisions on various civic matters. The Public reports pack for this meeting can be accessed here. The Agenda frontsheet for the same meeting is available here.
