Community Forum for Police Station Representatives
Connect with fellow reps, share experiences, and get advice
WhatsApp Group
The PoliceStationRepUK WhatsApp group is the primary community for UK police station representatives. It is the most active channel for professional discussion, urgent cover requests, and peer support.
Membership is restricted to accredited reps only. You will need to provide proof of accreditation (LCCSA, CLSA, or Law Society) to join.
Join the WhatsApp Group →Facebook Group
Our Facebook group is a complementary community space for reps, solicitors, and criminal defence professionals. Share articles, discuss industry news, and connect with colleagues across the country.
The Facebook group is open to all professionals in the criminal defence sector — reps and firms alike.
Join the Facebook Group →Are You a Solicitor Firm?
There is a separate WhatsApp group exclusively for criminal defence firms to post cover requests. It's free, verified, and monitored by a practising solicitor.
Firms WhatsApp Group →What the Community Offers
Urgent Cover Requests
Solicitor firms post cover requests in real time. Pick up work at police stations near you, often at short notice.
Peer Support & Advice
Discuss complex cases (anonymised), share strategies, and get guidance from experienced reps across England & Wales.
Legal Updates & News
Stay informed with the latest changes to PACE, legal aid rates, sentencing guidelines, and criminal justice policy.
Career Development
Share tips on building your freelance practice, marketing yourself to firms, and advancing your career in criminal defence.
Networking
Connect with reps and solicitors across the country. Build professional relationships that lead to regular work.
Forms & Resources
Members share useful templates, checklists, and practical resources for police station attendance work.
Not Yet Registered?
If you're an accredited police station representative but haven't yet registered on our directory, start there. Registration is completely free and gives you a public profile that solicitor firms can find when searching for cover.
Register as Rep →