Newly refurbished police and fire station opens in Ripon

York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has officially opened the newly refurbished joint police and fire station in Ripon. And Greater Manchester Police has recently welcomed eight new police dogs and handlers to the force.

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York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has officially opened the newly refurbished joint police and fire station in Ripon. More via Emergency Services Times

Greater Manchester Police welcomes eight new police dogs and handlers

Greater Manchester Police has recently welcomed eight new police dogs and handlers to the force to help tackle crime across Greater Manchester. More via Emergency Services Times

Avon fire service trials underwater ROV to advance water rescue operations

Avon Fire and Rescue Service is trialing an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), loaned by Deep Trekker, to assess its potential capabilities in improving search and rescue operations under water. More via Emergency Services Times

Merseyside Police planning ahead for busy calendar of events

Merseyside Police has already begun extensive planning for another busy calendar of events across the region, with community partners continuing to play a vital role in ensuring the safety of those attending. More via Emergency Services Times

Wiltshire’s PCC backs new measures to tackle knife crime

Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Philip Wilkinson, has welcomed the latest measures to combat knife crime – including the introduction of Ronan’s Law and tougher restrictions on the sale and possession of dangerous weapons. More via Emergency Services Times

Leader of UK’s black police officers under investigation over tweet

The leader of Britain’s black and Asian police officers, Ch Insp Andy George, has been placed under investigation over a tweet. More via The Guardian