South Wales appoints new Chief Fire Officer

Air Vice-Marshal Fin Monahan OBE DFC PhD has been appointed the new Chief Fire Officer for South Wales Fire and Rescue, following a rigorous recruitment process. And a new strategy has been launched to prevent engagement in county lines, safeguard children and vulnerable adults, build community resilience and relentlessly pursue offenders.

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Following a rigorous recruitment process, the Commissioners for South Wales Fire and Rescue Authority have announced the appointment of Air Vice-Marshal Fin Monahan OBE DFC PhD as the new Chief Fire Officer. More via Emergency Services Times

London Fire Brigade’s community spirit shines at Wimbledon

Lanna Deamer had the pleasure of attending Wimbledon Tennis last week, where she had an unexpected surprise: staff from the London Fire Brigade among the stewards. Firefighters, control officers, fire safety inspecting officers, and other Brigade members have been volunteering at The Championships for over 50 years. More via Emergency Services Times

Groundbreaking mobile critical care service celebrates 3000th referral

A groundbreaking service – set up to transport critically-ill adult patients across the country – is celebrating its 3,000th referral, after marking its first year of operation. More via Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Emergency services to stage major incident test in Guildford

A major incident response test, involving an ambulance service, two police forces and a fire and rescue service, is to take place in Guildford today.

South East Coast Ambulance Service (Secamb) said the public should “be aware and not alarmed” by the “live-play” exercise, which will take place close to the town’s railway station. More via BBC News

New policing strategy launched to combat county lines crime

The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) County Lines and Gangs alongside the National County Lines Coordination Centre (NCLCC) have launched the Disrupting County Lines Policing Strategy 2024 to 2027. More via Emergency Services Times

Isle of Man Constabulary increases starting salaries to boost numbers

A new pay deal for police officers has been agreed in a bid to drive recruitment and retain staff, the Isle of Man Constabulary has confirmed.

Starting salaries have increased by about £3,600 to £32,163, with the majority of existing constables receiving an annual uplift of between £2,500 and £6,500. More via BBC News