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Police and fire chiefs are asking the Chancellor to invest in infrastructure and innovation ahead of her Spending Review next week. And a new uniform for Fire Control staff in Bedfordshire brings them in line with operational teammates.
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Police and fire chiefs warn of need for more investment ahead of Spending Review
A week before the Chancellor publishes her Spending Review, where she sets out the budgets for public services over the next three years, police and fire chiefs have set out the case for deeper investment in the frontline to ensure infrastructure as well as innovation is properly funded. More via Emergency Services Times
New uniform recognises vital role of Fire Control staff
An update to uniform for Fire Control staff at Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is aimed at achieving greater unity and recognition within its team. More via Emergency Services Times
Risks posed to transport from climate-related hazards – new guidance
The Department of Transport has teamed up with the Met Office to release a series of guidance summaries that provide policy makers and planners with information to understand and manage climate-related hazards and the risks they pose to the transport network. More via Emergency Services Times
Boost to promote 61016 on rail network as new livery unveiled
GB Railfreight, a UK transporter of goods for businesses and consumers, has unveiled a special livery for one of its locomotives in collaboration with British Transport Police at Waterloo Station. More via Emergency Services Times
Telent’s approach to social value recognised with national award
Tech company Telent has been awarded the Bronze Social Value Quality Mark in recognition of its commitment to delivering positive, measurable impact through its Social Value Strategy. More via Emergency Services Times