Empowering public safety with AI

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As part of a new report Hexagon explores how AI is transforming public safety – enhancing situational awareness, streamlining workflows and supporting ethical, informed decision-making. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Royal Berkshire fire service unveils new training centre in Reading

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) has officially opened a new Learning and Development Centre in Whitley Wood, Reading, marking a significant investment in firefighter training across the county. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Police Federation launches accredited postgraduate qualification for representatives in landmark Open University partnership

The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) has announced a major step forward in the professional development of its representatives with the launch of a fully accredited postgraduate programme, developed in collaboration with The Open University. Read more via Emergency Services Times

FBU calls for investment amid surge in lithium battery fires and climate emergencies

The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has warned that fire and rescue services need urgent investment to keep pace with the rising threats posed by lithium-ion battery fires and climate-related emergencies. Read more via Emergency Services Times

National Safer Business Action Week set for November as police step up retail crime crackdown

The National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) has confirmed that the 2025 Safer Business Action (SaBA) Week will take place from 10 November, forming a key part of the national effort to tackle retail crime, anti-social behaviour and other offences affecting businesses in communities across the UK. Read more via Emergency Services Times