Ex-Police Federation Chief Maintains Confidence Amid Corruption Allegations
Mukund Krishna, the former chief executive of the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW), has expressed confidence that he will be "entirely exonerated" following allegations of financial misconduct. Krishna, who led the staff association representing 145,000 officers, was arrested in March on suspicion of corruption and had his contract terminated on 31 May 2026.
Police investigations focus on "allegations of fraud relating to governance and financial decision-making" within the federation. Krishna has issued a statement denying all allegations and affirming his commitment to integrity during his tenure.
"I vigorously deny the allegations made against me. At all times I have acted with integrity, in accordance with the rules and governance of the organisation, and followed advice. I am confident that, in time, I will be entirely exonerated.
I am proud of everything that we accomplished during my time as chief executive of the Police Federation of England and Wales. I worked tirelessly on behalf of the more than 145,000 officers this organisation represents.
Under my leadership, the Federation secured a 16% pay rise over three years for frontline officers and recovered more than £150m in compensation for members. We increased revenues, and reduced litigation liabilities from more than £110m to less than £40m, putting the organisation on a sound financial footing,"
he said.
"I am proud of that record and the difference it made to the lives of serving police officers across England and Wales."
Details of Arrest and Investigation
The 46-year-old former management consultant was arrested at his Surrey residence by City of London police officers as part of a complex investigation into alleged financial irregularities at PFEW. He was subsequently released on bail.
In coordinated operations, two other former senior federation officials were also arrested on suspicion of fraud by abuse of position. These individuals are a 51-year-old man from Wales and a 55-year-old man from Bristol.
Employment Status and Remuneration
A spokesperson for the Police Federation of England and Wales confirmed that Krishna's employment ended on 31 May 2026. His basic salary was paid up to that date, and he will not receive any further payments. The federation plans to initiate the process to appoint a permanent chief executive in due course.
Krishna's remuneration package for the years 2024 and 2025 was valued at £701,100 annually. This package included a basic salary of £342,000, a retention bonus potentially worth up to 100% of the salary, and pension contributions.
Context of Other Federation Leadership Changes
Separately, Rick Prior, a former chair of the Metropolitan Police Federation, was suspended in October 2024 following concerns raised about members' apprehension regarding challenging individuals from certain ethnic minorities due to fears of being labeled racist.
Additionally, in December 2024, Richard Cooke was removed as chairman of the West Midlands Police Federation after posting an online comment disputing claims that his force was "institutionally racist." These incidents are unrelated to the investigation involving Krishna.
