Grenfell Tower removal to take around two years, says government

The government has said that it will take around two years to carefully take down the stricken high-rise once work begins. And Guernsey’s marine ambulance, Flying Christine III, has returned to operational service following an extensive refurbishment.

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With the eighth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower tragedy approaching in June, the government has said that it will take around two years to carefully take down the stricken high-rise once work begins. More via Emergency Services Times

Guernsey’s marine ambulance returns to service following extensive refit

Guernsey’s marine ambulance, Flying Christine III, has returned to operational service following an extensive refurbishment after 30 years of serving the Bailiwick islands. More via Emergency Services Times

Light the Lakes returns for 13th year to honour fallen police colleagues

An annual event that sees police, family and supporters come together in the Lake District to light flares at dawn in memory of colleagues who have died returns for its 13th year this year. More via Emergency Services Times

New Mental Health Response Vehicles now on the roads across Hertfordshire and West Essex

A new fleet of specialist Mental Health Response Vehicles (MHRVs) is now on the roads across Hertfordshire and West Essex, offering a lifeline to people in crisis and transforming how emergency mental health care is delivered across the area. More via Emergency Services Times

Paramedic attempts world record first to raise money for air ambulance

In June 2025, George Bell-Starr from Dorset will attempt a world record first, the Tri-Lake Swim, to raise money for a number of charities, including his local air ambulance. More via Emergency Services Times