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23. What the blue lights can learn from NHS England

NHS England has bold ambitions to reach a net zero future and sustainable procurement is at the heart of it. Learn about the NHS net zero supplier roadmap and a system called Evergreen that enables suppliers to engage with the NHS on their sustainability journey. It's an inspiring session for anyone working in procurement teams in our emergency services.

Speaker: Nicole Fletcher, NHS England

Chair: Claire Whitaker

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22. How to take a proactive, collaborative approach to cyber defence

The National Police Chiefs' Council published its Cyber Security Strategy earlier this year. It marks a critical moment as policing seeks to safeguard society from cyber threats. City of London Police Commissioner Pete O'Doherty who is the information assurance lead for the NPCC talks about how we can all be cyber resilient and why it isn't just the job of the IT department.

He also led the review into the massive data breach that affected the Police Service of Northern Ireland, he shares the learning from that and provides you with hints and tips to ensure you reduce the risk of cyber attack in your organisation.

Speaker: Commissioner Pete O'Doherty, City of London Police

Chair: Rich Preston

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21. Cleaning PPE and what can be done to ensure it really is decontaminated

Recent research raises concerns that firefighters are exposed to a toxic mixture of contaminants while fighting fires. This has led to debate on the efficacy of cleaning and decontamination process for their PPE.

Our experts discuss what is already being done and what further research is required to ensure that firefighter PPE is returned in a safe condition.

Speakers: Etienne Paterson, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service | Richard Ballheimer, MSA Bristol

Chair: Abby Hannah, PBI International

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20. From the National Crime Agency to the private sector, reflections on a career in policing

It's not unusual for those who've spent a career in policing to make the move to the commercial world but do you need to know to smooth the transition and put those decades of skills to good use? Matt Horne was a deputy director at the National Crime Agency until he retired and moved into the private sector to work for Clue Software. He talks to Amanda Coleman about his experience in policing and his tips for making a successful move to a 'second career.'

 

Speaker: Matt Horne, former deputy director, National Crime Agency

 

Chair: Amanda Coleman

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19. Top ten tips for a confident menopause on the frontline

According to the Fawcett Society, one in 10 women have left organisations due to menopausal symptoms. In this session, Lynda Bailey and Shendy Blakemore team up to provide this practical session on how you can change this story into a positive one and build confidence in menopause on the frontline.

Please be advised there is one use of strong language in this episode.

Speakers: Lynda Bailey, Making Menopause Work | PC Shendy Blakemore, West Midlands Police

Chair: Joy Flanagan

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18. Horsham Fire Station and how to create sustainable buildings

Platinum House is the latest addition to West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service's estate. A green fire station and training centre that puts sustainability at the heart of everything it does, from the solar panels on the roof, to the electric charging points and to the zoning of fire kit that keeps contaminants away from firefighters. Hear from the team who share how they did this and find out tips to help you think about greening your buildings.

Speakers: James Mackay, Mark Purves and Julie Robinson, West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service

Chair: Claire Whitaker

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17. The story of EncroChat four years on

In 2020, police forces across Europe helped break the encrypted communications tool EncroChat and learn about the activities of thousands of criminals, many of whom are now in jail. Four years on, we hear from journalist Mobeen Azhar who made sense of this complex case in his six part podcast series. He was joined by Matt Horne, former Deputy Director of the National Crime Agency who led the British investigation. It's a fascinating fireside chat.

Speakers: Mobeen Azhar, freelance journalist | Matt Horne, fomerly of the National Crime Agency

Chair: Rich Preston

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16. Why innovation is at the heart of making sure PPE responds to changing world

From yellow plastic trousers and cork helmets to the high tech fabrics used in firefighter tunics, PPE has come a long way but innovation doesn't stop. Listen to four suppliers who discuss how they innovate, learn from the frontline and make sure our firefighters have the very best to protect them as they keep our communities safe.

Speakers: Simon Ash, Haix Group | Luke Evdemon, Viz Reflectives | Andrew Slater, PGI Safety | Barry Robertson, Enduro Protect

Chair: Brett Egan-Briers

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15. Think before you share: how policing is helping young people be safe online

With young people spending vast amounts of time online, how can we be sure they are safe? Learn how a policing digital youth engagement programme has been working with third sector partners to prevent the looming public health crisis of online child sexual exploitation and abuse. 

 

Speakers: Alex Finn, NPCC | Sarah Colley, International Policing and Public Protection Research Institute | Angela Munoz Aroca, Internet Watch Foundation

 

Chair: Amanda Coleman

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14. Trekking to the Antarctic in 53 days

There are few people in the world who can say they have been to the South Pole, but Bex and Georgie have. They are the Antarctic Fire Angels. They talk about their incredible journey that started nearly five years ago and ended up proving to them and other women that anything is possible. 

Speakers: Rebeca Openshaw-Rowe, Mid and West Wales FIre and Rescue Service | Georgina Gilbert, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service

Chair: Joy Flanagan

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13. Emergency service response to the fire risk of lithium-ion batteries

Following on from his successful session in 2023, Professor Christensen returns to the show. He provides insights and an update us on the risks to firefighters from lithium-ion batteries and provide thoughts on how to ensure in an increasingly green world, we keep everyone safe.

 

Speaker: Professor Paul Christensen, Newcastle University

 

Chair: Claire Whitaker

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12. Modern approaches to data and mapping and the case of the unexploded WW2 bomb

The city of Plymouth found itself back in the 1940s as an unexploded wartime bomb was discovered in a residential area. Ordnance Survey was part of the huge effort to get it safely moved in one of the largest operations of its kind since World War 2.

Find out how OS used a 3D geospatial approach to provide critical situational awareness and why mapping for emergencies is a key part of local resilience.

Speakers: Richard Bishop, National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence | Chris Heap, Ordnance Survey | Rob Goldsmith, Devon and Cornwall Police

Chair: Rich Preston

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