Low emission vehicles a priority as Welsh Ambulance rolls out new fleet

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The Welsh Government is investing in 142 new ambulances and vehicles as part of the first phase of a five year Welsh Ambulance Service fleet strategy which includes a preference for electric and hybrid vehicles where viable. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Met launches new platform for Londoners to hear about neighbourhood policing

A new way for Londoners to receive updates directly from local officers is being rolled out as part of the Met’s focus on neighbourhood policing. Read more via Emergency Services Times

New wildfire capabilities introduced in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has introduced brand-new wildfire equipment, ready to be deployed at various incidents across the county. Read more via Emergency Services Times

£1.5m hotspot funding boost announced for Nottinghamshire

Crime hotspots across Nottinghamshire are due to benefit from continued high-visibility foot patrols in crime hotspots for at least another year, following a fresh injection of £1.5m in government funding. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Smart resource planning key to tackling policing pressures, finds new report

In this new report in partnership with NEC Software Solutions, we look at the complexities of police deployment, consider the impact of new technologies, and show how operational effectiveness and wellbeing must go hand in hand. Read more via Emergency Services Times