Ways to improve the safety of frontline staff were a feature of the remits brought to this year’s conference.

Police Association president Chris Cahill welcomed delegates to a “Covid-conscious” annual conference in Wellington last month.

Valuing and training the frontline are set to become hallmarks of Commissioner Andrew Coster’s tenure at the head of New Zealand Police.

Caps for cops are on the horizon.

The ultimate test of a legitimate police service is undoubtedly its commitment to, and investment in, the safety of those it sends to the frontline.