Policing’s digital future takes centre stage at ETS 2025

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The Emergency Tech Show and Emergency Services Times have announced a new strategic partnership with the National Police Chiefs’ Council’s Digital, Data and Technology Coordination Committee and the Police Digital Service. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Police officers to receive 4.2% pay rise in 2025/26

Police officers in England and Wales are set to receive a 4.2% pay rise from September 2025, following recommendations from the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB). Read more via Emergency Services Times

Why emergency services are turning to Provance for future-ready service management

Ahead of this year’s The Emergency Tech Show, we spoke to Provance’s Tammy Briggs to find out how the company is helping emergency services improve resilience, reduce cost and stay focused on frontline priorities. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Staffordshire Police Chief Constable suspended amid misconduct investigation

Staffordshire Police Chief Constable, Chris Noble, has been suspended while an independent investigation into allegations about his conduct is carried out. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Lords committee launches inquiry into Building Safety Regulator’s impact

The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee has launched an inquiry into the effectiveness of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and its role in improving safety standards for high-rise residential buildings. Read more via Emergency Services Times