In the search for vulnerable missing people, the professionalism of volunteers matters | NILOs complete joint counter-terror training in Tunisia

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In the search for vulnerable missing people, the professionalism of volunteers matters

Hampshire Search and Rescue (HANTSAR) shows how dedicated, highly trained volunteers support emergency services by locating missing people and responding professionally to crises, despite relying on charity funding and limited formal recognition. Read more via Emergency Services Times

NILOs complete joint counter-terror training in Tunisia

London Fire Brigade liaison officers delivered specialist training in Tunisia to boost joint emergency and counter-terror response capabilities, strengthening international cooperation with Tunisian Civil Protection teams. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Home X-ray pilot helps vulnerable patients stay out of hospital

A joint pilot by South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) and Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals has introduced emergency X-ray services in patients’ homes, in what the partners say is a first for a UK ambulance trust. Read more via Emergency Services Times

De-Wipe launches specialist shampoo for fire investigation dogs

De-Wipe has launched a new shampoo and conditioner designed to support the health and welfare of fire investigation and other operational dogs exposed to hazardous contaminants at incident scenes. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Motorfinity savings for emergency services hit record £14.5m in 2025

Motorfinity reported a record year supporting UK emergency service workers, saving police officers, paramedics, firefighters and other frontline staff £14.5m on vehicles in 2025, up from £9m in 2024. Read more via Emergency Services Times