Wayne Brown ‘couldn’t take it anymore,’ inquest told

A former West Midlands fire chief took his own life after months of harrassment, an inquest has been told. And Hertfordshire Constabulary has announced that Andy Mariner has joined the force as its new Deputy Chief Constable.

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An inquest into the tragic death of a former West Midlands fire chief has heard that he took his own life after months of alleged harassment and questioning over his qualifications. More via Emergency Services Times

New Deputy Chief Constable for Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire Constabulary has announced that Andy Mariner has joined the force as its new Deputy Chief Constable. More via Emergency Services Times

Air ambulance appoints former patient as ambassador

A former patient and passionated fundraiser has been appointed as an Ambassador for Cornwall Air Ambulance. More via Emergency Services Times

Northumbria Police becomes first force to offer specialised Neighbourhood roles

Northumbria Police is set to become the first, and only, force in the country to offer new recruits a direct route into community policing. More via Emergency Services Times

Fire service issues wildfire warning amid rising temperatures

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has issued a warning to the public about the dangers posed by wildfires as summer approaches. More via Emergency Services Times