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At The Emergency Services Show, the Protecting the Protectors stage explores the challenges of contaminants, inclusive PPE sizing, and officer safety in riot situations. Caitlin Barr spoke to BTTG®, the UK testing and certification specialists, to find out more.

As The Emergency Services Show returns to the NEC, West Midlands Fire Service will be on home ground with a new Chief Fire Officer at the helm. Simon Tuhill talks about his priorities for the service, the role of technology and why collaboration matters.

There’s no telling when a medical emergency will strike. ZOLL’s Rüdiger Henkel explains how public access to lifesaving resources can help improve outcomes.

With more than 130 years’ experience in safety and medical technology, Dräger is bringing its latest innovations to The Emergency Services Show 2025 – from next-generation breathing apparatus and helmet-mounted thermal cameras to accountability tools and firefighter location technology, all designed to keep emergency responders safe on the job.

Caitlin Barr highlights key sessions taking place across the Protecting the Protectors stage at The Emergency Services Show on the latest episode of For Every Response.

Aluminium Marine Consultants, in collaboration with Walker Marine Design, will be showcasing its latest innovation in fire and marine response at The Emergency Services Show at the NEC in Birmingham on 17-18 September.

The Blue Light Card Foundation has announced the appointment of two new trustees, David Crews and Katie Pavoni, further strengthening the charity’s commitment to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the UK’s blue light community.

Millions of people in the UK are deaf or hard of hearing, yet communication barriers in emergencies can put lives at risk. Deaf Awareness training and basic BSL skills can help first responders connect, reassure, and save lives, and Deaf Unity will be showcasing their work with a free taster session at The Emergency Services Show.

As part of ongoing efforts to continually improve patient care, London Ambulance Service recently expanded the equipment Advanced Paramedic Practitioners in critical care carry in their rapid response vehicles to include ZOLL Z Vent portable ventilators.

Firefighting remains one of the most hazardous professions, but advances in self-contained breathing apparatus are transforming firefighter safety. Gary Walsh explores how lighter, ergonomic designs, real-time monitoring, and thermal imaging technology are enhancing protection, situational awareness, and overall wellbeing for firefighters on the frontline.