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15 February 2019

We’re proud sponsors of the Memorial Flame at Hendon

Metfriendly are proud sponsors of the Memorial Flame at Hendon Regional Learning Centre, which is a training facility for the Metropolitan Police Service. Find ...

25 January 2019

Should I draw a lump sum from my Police pension?

This is just one of the questions you may be asking yourself on the run up to your retirement from the police service. So, if you’re looking for information to ...

24 January 2019

The Metropolitan Police is celebrating 100 years of female police officers

Metfriendly would like to say thanks to women in policing for their hard work and contribution to the Metropolitan Police Service over the last 100 years.

23 January 2019

8 Financial Planning Tips for Home Ownership

Make plans for getting the keys to your own home. The sooner you can get that deposit together, get the keys to your own home and start paying the mortgage.

27 December 2018

Teaching your kids about money

Teaching your kids about finance early can be a great way to set them up to be sensible spenders in adulthood. Knowing how to sensibly manage your finances is a...

17 December 2018

Preparing the police family for retirement

We hold pre-retirement seminars in and around London to better prepare officers and staff for retirement from the police service. Find out what the event looks ...

14 December 2018

Tips for buying a secondhand car

Buying a secondhand car can be a complicated process, but our handy tips can make sure you have all the information you need to get a great deal.

14 December 2018

As a police officer, are you claiming your full tax relief?

Understanding where the taxman could owe you money can be a positive way to help safeguard your finances and ensure you're keeping hold of more of your pay ever...

4 December 2018

10 Steps to Better Budgeting at Christmas

Christmas is a particularly busy time for the police, and with so many public events and celebrations it’s easy to forget about better budgeting.