Police approach to dealing with fraud needs a reset

The Police Foundation, in partnership with Virgin Media O2, is calling for the creation of a new fraud prevention agency as part of a suite of fundamental changes it says are needed to deal with a ‘fraud epidemic.’ And more than a year after the damning review into the leadership of South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, the inspectors have been in and reported that they have concerns about the service’s performance and ability to keep people safe from fire and other risks.

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Inspectors find some progress in South Wales fire but much more to be done

More than a year after the damning review into the leadership of South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, the inspectors have been in and reported that they have concerns about the service’s performance and ability to keep people safe from fire and other risks. More via Emergency Services Times

Met Police appoints Matt Jukes as Deputy Commissioner

The Metropolitan Police has announced the appointment of Matt Jukes as its new Deputy Commissioner. More via Emergency Services Times

Ambulance service appoints three new chaplains to support colleagues

North East Ambulance Service has introduced a new chaplaincy team to the service and welcomes three new chaplains to the volunteer department. More via Emergency Services Times

Air ambulance body and regulator remind drone pilots to share the sky safely

Air Ambulances UK and the UK Civil Aviation Authority are urging drone users to be mindful of low-flying air ambulance helicopters and to follow the CAA’s drone regulations to help keep the skies safe. More via Emergency Services Times