Leicestershire fire service announces plans for new training centre

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is planning to build a new Training and Development Centre. And the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has released its Impact Report 2023/24.

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Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is planning to build a new Training and Development Centre, marking a major investment and ensuring it continues to meet the standards of a modern-day fire and rescue service. More via Emergency Services Times

IOPC releases annual Impact Report

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has released its Impact Report 2023/24, which outlines the watchdog’s impact on the public and policing across England and Wales. More via Emergency Services Times

North West Ambulance Service launches campaign to combat emergency worker abuse

North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) has launched a campaign to highlight the abuse faced by emergency workers every day and influence change to combat it. More via Emergency Services Times

NFCC calls for greater action to tackle road deaths and injuries

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has called for further action, including clearer strategies and a consultation on expanded statutory duties, to tackle road deaths and injuries across the UK. More via Emergency Services Times

Cumbria PFCC seeking new Chief Fire Officer

Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC), David Allen, is seeking to appoint a new Chief Fire Officer for the county’s fire service. More via Emergency Services Times

Mitie lands maintenance contract with Met Police

Mitie has secured a £170m contract with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) to deliver planned and reactive engineering maintenance services across the entirety of its estate. More via Emergency Services Times