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<p>This Government has no plans to introduce a facility specifically for orphaned
children of police officers.</p><p>The death of an officer is devastating for all
in policing, but most deeply felt by their loved ones and children. It is important
that bereaved families have access to the appropriate support, primarily from the
police force. Depending on the particular circumstances, there is a range of benefits
payable to children on the death of an officer under both the occupational pension
and injury benefit schemes. There are also a number of police charities providing
support for bereaved families and children, which provide access to counselling and
peer support.</p><p>This Government also introduced the Police Covenant, to support
the police workforce and their families, recognising the risks and demands that can
be involved. We have funded the National Police Wellbeing Service to develop and launch
the first national family support package, providing advice for the families of officers
on mental health and fatigue, as well as practical resources for those with young
children to help them understand the role of policing.</p>
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