Lincolnshire Police moved to enhanced state of monitoring | Hertfordshire Constabulary launches new drone team

Lincolnshire Police has been moved to an enhanced state of monitoring by the inspectorate. And Hertfordshire Constabulary has launched a new specially trained team to expand its drone capabilities across the county.

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Lincolnshire Police moved to enhanced state of monitoring by inspectorate

Lincolnshire Police has been moved to an enhanced state of monitoring by the inspectorate after the latter found five causes of concern during the force’s latest inspection. More via Emergency Services Times

Hertfordshire Constabulary launches new drone team

Hertfordshire Constabulary has launched a new specially trained team to expand its drone capabilities across the county. More via Emergency Services Times

Warwickshire PCC announces preferred candidate for Chief Constable position

The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Warwickshire, Philip Seccombe, has announced that Alex Franklin-Smith is the preferred candidate for the county’s Chief Constable position. More via Emergency Services Times

Force launches Bluetooth safety devices to boost dementia safeguarding scheme

Avon and Somerset Police has announced the launch of a new Bluetooth locating Tile device as part of its Dementia Safeguarding Scheme, which has provided protection for more than 1,600 people living with dementia. More via Emergency Services Times

Ambulance services announce collaboration to boost patient care

Two ambulance services facing “operational and financial challenges” have announced a collaboration that will see them work together for the benefit of patients. More via Emergency Services Times

Prioritise safety not A&E target, NHS leaders told

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has told health chiefs in England to prioritise safety even if it means performance against the four-hour A&E target slips this winter.

The message was delivered at a meeting with hospital bosses and other NHS leaders in London on Monday amid mounting concern about the winter pressures that are building. More via BBC News