How DJI drones are shaping the future of emergency response

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With drones becoming essential for blue light services, we spoke with DJI Enterprise about how its solutions are helping UK emergency responders boost situational awareness, enhance safety, and deliver faster, more effective outcomes. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Amanda Pritchard takes up chief executive role at Guy’s and St Thomas’

Amanda Pritchard has officially taken up the role of chief executive at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, with a formal handover from outgoing Chief Executive Professor Ian Abbs set for Friday 5 September. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Advanced camera tech uncovers 4,300 illegal ‘ghost plates’ in Birmingham

A pioneering police operation has exposed the scale of illegal number plate use in Birmingham, with more than 4,300 instances of so-called ‘ghost plates’ detected in just two weeks. Read more via Emergency Services Times

How tailored PPE is improving safety and comfort for female firefighters

MSA Safety highlights its long-standing commitment to developing female-specific firefighting PPE, offering tailored designs, extensive size ranges, and continuous refinements to ensure better comfort, fit, and performance for women in the fire service. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Retired police dog now helps to save lives through doggy first aid courses

Retired police dog Izzy, who once searched for explosives at a Royal Estate, is now helping her owner Paul train dog owners in vital canine first aid. Read more via Emergency Services Times