Fire and Rescue

Willmott Dixon Interiors has been appointed to finalise Stage 3 and 4 design for a refurbishment for London Fire Brigade (LFB) at 8 Albert Embankment.

Deputy Editor Lanna Deamer explores how Phil Clark, Area Manager for Mobilising and Digital Transformation at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, is driving a digital overhaul to boost response times and coordination. In partnership with Motorola Solutions, this upgrade equips firefighters with real-time tools for faster, safer responses across North East England, setting the stage for future tech innovations in emergency services.

After launching a competition to inspire young people to design the fire engine of the future, Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced the winning entries.

A consultation is underway to support the development of a dedicated ‘working with children and young people’ qualification for fire and rescue service personnel.

The modern world is believed to have brought new risks for first responders, incurred by rises in natural and man-made disasters, contemporary lifestyle changes, and global population changes. As a result, firefighters may want to be provided with task-specific PPE solutions to help maintain their safety in the face of new and emerging threats.

In an era marked by climate change and a growing population, rescue missions are increasingly diverse and complex. Ewa Nowak, Marketing Manager for Protective Clothing EMEA at MSA Safety, discusses the latest advancements in rescue clothing designed to meet these new challenges.

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has implemented a new Portable LTE Rapid Deploy Camera provided by Excelerate. This technology is set to enhance emergency response capabilities, providing SFRS with a versatile tool for a wide range of scenarios.

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) is urging organisers of sky lantern festivals to cancel the events amid fears over fire safety.  

Many fire and rescue services are celebrating their 50th anniversary. Reflecting on the events of 1974, we look back on the journey of these fire and rescue services from their origins to the present day. 

BlueLight Commercial has led on a collaborative, emergency services commercial initiative which has resulted in a fuel card contract saving an estimated £14m per year.