POA Members Survey 2026

Introduction

The POA National Executive Committee is asking all POA members working within public sector prisons in England and Wales to complete this survey.

This survey has been designed to gather members' views and experiences on pay, safety, wellbeing, staffing levels, leadership, training, and working conditions. The findings will help inform submissions to the Pay Review Body and support efforts to improve members' pay, health, wellbeing, and working conditions.

The survey is anonymous. The only identifying information requested is your grade, job role, and establishment.

Thank you for taking the time to participate.


Consent

By completing this survey, you confirm that:
  • You understand the purpose of the survey.
  • Your participation is voluntary.
  • Your responses will remain confidential.
  • The information collected may be used in reports, submissions to the Pay Review Body, and published findings.

Estimated completion time: 15–20 minutes