Free professional group
Join the WhatsApp group as a fully accredited police station rep
One checked group for fully accredited police station reps and criminal defence practitioners. Firms post custody cover as they need it and you reply in the group. It's for accredited reps only, not trainees, and we ask for proof of accreditation.
Why join
- See police station cover requests from firms as they are posted
- Respond quickly for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
- Network with reps and criminal defence solicitors nationwide
- Free — no agency fees; you agree terms directly with the instructing firm
How to join — 3 steps
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Text us on WhatsApp (button below) with your name, full accreditation (PSRAS / LCCSA / CLSA or equivalent), and areas you cover.
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We verify your accreditation or firm details. Unverified join requests are declined.
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You receive a WhatsApp invite — accept it to join the same group as firms and other reps.
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Requests without adequate proof of full accreditation are declined — use the community forum for advice if you are still qualifying.
Not fully qualified yet, or looking for peer chat and industry updates? Join Criminal Defence Network UK on Facebook — trainees and professionals welcome. Cover work and job posts belong on the verified WhatsApp group via policestationrepuk.org. See also the community forum page. Community forum.
Criminal Defence Network UK – Reps, Solicitors & Advocates
For police station reps, criminal defence solicitors and firms, advocates, and others in criminal defence across England & Wales — not for members of the public seeking legal advice. PACE and Codes updates, legal aid and fee changes, CPD and training, practical police station tips, and links to new articles.
Not for cover work, job adverts, availability posts, or sharing contact details. For urgent cover, use the verified WhatsApp group — reps join only after verification on policestationrepuk.org.
The group is private on Facebook. When you apply, answer three questions: your role, the areas you cover, and that you agree to confidentiality. An admin approves each request.
Join the Facebook group