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Disrupting fraud and strengthening support for victims – new strategy released

The government has published its national fraud strategy and confirmed the creation of the Online Crime Centre backed by £31m in funding. Read more via Emergency Services Times

New technical rescue PPE rolled out to firefighters in the North West

Firefighters across the North West of England and Northern Ireland will soon be sporting brand new Xenon technical rescue kit supplied by Ballyclare. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Ambulance leaders welcome renewed national focus on eliminating corridor care

The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) has welcomed a new letter from NHS England urging health leaders to take renewed action to eliminate corridor care across the NHS. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Police leaders back new national blueprint for workforce planning

The National Police Chiefs’ Council and Skills for Justice have joined forces on a project to support police forces to address staff development issues. Read more via Emergency Services Times

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance launches summer research programme

Essex and Herts Air Ambulance is launching its first ever Summer Research through its Centre for Excellence. Read more via Emergency Services Times