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Live facial recognition under spotlight as government launches consultation
The Home Office is seeking views on the development of a new legal framework for the use of live facial recognition technology that balances public harm with individual rights and keeps pace with technological developments. Read more via Emergency Services Times
New report reveals ‘patchwork’ AI adoption by police forces despite clear operational gains
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now embedded across policing in England and Wales — but fragmented adoption, despite strong governance and growing operational benefits, risks slowing national progress, according to a major new report from techUK. Read more via Emergency Services Times
Air Ambulances UK announces 2025 Awards of Excellence winners
Air Ambulances UK has announced the winners of the 2025 Awards of Excellence, sponsored by Babcock International Group and hosted by Dr Dawn Harper at the Telford International Conference Centre. Read more via Emergency Services Times
Retired firefighter brings experience to magistrate’s court
Gary Phillips, a lifelong firefighter who rose to senior leadership before retiring in 2016, now channels the same commitment to teamwork, fairness and community service into his voluntary role as a family magistrate. Read more via Emergency Services Times
Ciqurix becomes first in the world to achieve new LPS 1976 Video Flame Detection certification
Ciqurix Ltd has become the world’s first company to have a video flame detection system certified under the new LPS 1976 standard, marking a major milestone for independently validated, reliable fire-detection technology. Read more via Emergency Services Times
