Brian Booth

Brian began his policing career with Lancashire Police in 1995 before transferring to West Yorkshire Police in 2001. With the majority of his service spent on the frontline, he has built extensive operational experience, particularly in Armed Response and Roads Policing roles. This operational background continues to shape his practical, officer‑focused approach to leadership and representation.

Driven by a strong belief in fairness, integrity, and effective support for officers, Brian became actively involved with the Police Federation in 2014. He was elected Branch Chair of the West Yorkshire Police Federation in 2018, working closely with members to strengthen representation and engagement at a local level. In 2022, he joined the National Board and, from 2024, supported the National Chair through his work in the National Chair’s office, contributing to national strategy, policy development, and advocacy.

In his national role, Brian leads on Parliamentary engagement, working closely with Members of Parliament and Government stakeholders to ensure police officers’ voices are heard at the highest levels. He is committed to securing meaningful dialogue, influencing policy, and delivering the very best representation for officers on issues that directly impact their working lives, welfare, and safety.

Alongside his policing and representative responsibilities, Brian holds a master’s degree in Police Leadership, reflecting his commitment to continuous professional development and effective leadership within modern policing. Beyond the service, he volunteers with a local management company and serves as a director of Blueline Health, reinforcing his long‑standing focus on officer wellbeing and support.

Brian is a passionate advocate for policing and is particularly committed to highlighting the positive work carried out by officers every day. He works to promote balanced, constructive public discourse and to ensure the professionalism, dedication, and impact of policing is accurately represented in the media and wider public debate.

In July 2025, Brian was elected Deputy National Chair, continuing his dedication to serving and representing colleagues at a national level.