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For Every Response
Hosted by Emergency Services Times · EN
Emergency Services Times shares the work of the emergency services in the UK. For Every Response, sponsored by MSA Safety, is a chance to hear from the frontline and industry, inspiring your learning and development. Brought to you in partnership with CPDme.
Show episodes drop from 13 October 2025.
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128. Tech perspectives with Chris Cope from PDS about cyber resilience
6d ago00:42:43Tap to summarizeThis is the final episode of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine talks to Chris Cope, Chief Information Security Officer for Police Digital Service. They talk about cyber resilience, how to make it accessible and understandable to a non-technical audience. Chris says that cyber isn't a tech subject but is a business conversation and brings decades of experience of working in this space to demonstrate why people and behaviour are at its heart. It's a fascinating conversation that touches on Mythos and the march of AI in a cyber-first world. Listen on to find out more. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Chris Cope, Police Digital Service Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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127. Tech Perspectives with Scot Dunn from Humberside Police
2w ago00:40:53Tap to summarizeThis penultimate episode of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives is brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine talks to Scot Dunn Chief Digital and Innovation Officer for Humberside Police. This conversation builds nicely on from those earlier in this series as we look at how a police force can innovate when it has limited budgets. Scot shares four innovations from his force: from the officer on the beat, to the victim who is having the worst day of their lives and just wants to know what’s going on, to an efficient way of running non-emergency call handling and ending with predicting officer wellbeing needs. It just shows innovation takes many forms, requires a healthy risk appetite and a willingness to be OK with failure because that's how you learn. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Scot Dunn, Humberside Police Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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126. Tech Perspectives with Chief Fire Officer Callum Faint
3w ago00:46:13Tap to summarizeThis is the fourth episode of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine talks to Callum Faint, Chief Fire Officer for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service and national lead for digital, data and cyber. The fire and rescue service is a rich environment for technology and in this conversation, Callum starts by focusing on the control room and the huge impact technology innovation has had on this vital part of the service. They talk about how the National Fire Chiefs Council is promoting safe use of AI and they zoom in on cyber risks and keeping services on the run. With a discussion that touches on many aspects of running a modern fire and rescue service, it's a fascinating insight. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Callum Faint, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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125. Tech Perspectives with Corinne Russell about data ethics
4w ago00:38:27Tap to summarizeThis is the third episode of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine talks to Corinne Russell, data ethics lead for Police Scotland. She is part of a data team that is looking at the way that data is being used in the force. They talk about how ethics should be considered when adopting new technology and touch on body worn video and live facial recognition. Leadership is key here and with former NPCC DDAT lead, Jo Farrell in charge in Scotland now, Corinne talks about their data maturity, digital literacy and how to build the foundations for responsible AI. It's a great follow-on conversation from the episode with Al Murray from Police AI. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Corinne Russell, Police Scotland Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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124. Tech Perspectives with John Derryman from Wiltshire Police
May 2500:33:47Tap to summarizeThis is the second episode of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine delves into the detail with technology leaders from the emergency services and this time talks to John Derryman, Chief of Corporate Services in Wiltshire Police. John comes to policing after a career in the finance industry and has a strong systems and governance approach to the technology used in his force. He also uses that at a national level where he heads up the National Technology Board for the NPCC. They talk about cyber, body worn video, AI adoption and how to keep the lights on with limited budget for legacy systems. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times John Derryman, Wiltshire Police Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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123. Tech Perspectives with Police AI Director Al Murray
May 1800:38:26Summary readyThis is the first of a short series of the podcast called Tech Perspectives brought to you in partnership with The Emergency Tech Show and the Police Digital Service. Catherine delves into the detail with technology leaders from the emergency services. Starting with the new Director of Police AI, Al Murray. Having led on AI for the National Police Chiefs' Council for some time, he's now working full time on this new AI venture with money from the Home Office to ensure responsible AI is introduced. He tells Catherine what this means and how he feels like he's working in a start up, which is not usually how policing is described. Listen on to find out more. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Al Murray, Police AI Registration is now open for The Emergency Tech Show where you can hear a lot more conversations like this one and meet the suppliers who are providing the solutions faced by the emergency services. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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Bonus episode - in conversation with Matthew Hopley, the National Police Chaplain
May 1100:45:40Tap to summarizeNestled between two series of the podcast, Catherine talks to Reverend Matthew Hopley, the National Police Chaplain. He tells her about his role three years in and how he came into policing in 2011 after a career in retail. He talks with great warmth and compassion about the pastoral care offered by police chaplains - 500 volunteers working in police forces across the country. Reflecting on recent national events and the impact of changes to policing, Matthew offers his thoughts and advice on how to navigate through challenging times. He shares how he looks after himself as he looks after so many in this important national role. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Reverend Matthew Hopley, National Police Chaplain CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD.
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Bonus episode: Learning from first time show exhibitors
Apr 2700:27:49Tap to summarizeAs we launch registration for 2026 The Emergency Services Show and The Emergency Tech Show, it seems like a great time to hear from four first time exhibitors who were part of the 2025 shows. We spoke to BODD, Tigers Eye, Try & Lilly and Dals. They tell us about their experiences as we find out what they do to solve challenges faced by first responders. Hosted by Claire Whitaker in our on-site podcast studio, listen on as she gets into the detail of what it's like to be at our shows for the very first time. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Emergency Services Times Claire Whitaker, freelance journalist Ryan Harper, Business Development Manager from Australian company BODD, making 3D body scanners Sarah Snyder Kamen, founder of Tigers Eye making sports bras for first responders Emma Graham, business development director for Liverpool-based uniform cap manufacturer Try & Lilly Nick Clancy, Account Manager for Manchester-based interpreting and translation service, Dals This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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122. In conversation with Dr Gareth Davies, Medical Director for the TT Races
Apr 1300:38:46Tap to summarizeIn the final episode of this season of For Every Response, Catherine talks to Dr Gareth Davies who heads up the medical team supporting the world famous TT Races on the Isle of Man. With hundreds of competitors converging on the Island for the races that take place during May and June every year, the need for specialist medical care is vital. 150 volunteers form the team and provide care from physio to trauma care in what Gareth calls the hyper acute phase. The island also has to cope with tens of thousands of visitors and he shares the impact that has on existing medical care for residents. It's a fascinating insight into providing medical care at a major event and how decades of experience working in emergency settings in London prepared Gareth for this very special job. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor, Emergency Services Times Dr Gareth Davies, Medical Director, TT Races This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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121. In conversation with CFO Craig Flannery about on-call firefighters
Apr 600:42:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the pod, Catherine Levin gets into the detail about the on-call firefighting system with Craig Flannery. Craig is the Chief Fire Officer for Mid and West Wales and his service has large numbers of on-call firefighters, drawn from local communities, these are people who will drop everything to respond to fires. The on-call firefighter has a day job and offers 'availability' to the local fire station to respond to fires day and night. They talk about the system, how it works, how to recruit and retain staff and about innovation. Some of that innovation is about pay structures and it's also in the use of data to better understand the impact that one person's availability can have on the service's ability to respond. Listen on to find out more and discover what makes this part of the world so special. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor, Emergency Services Times Craig Flannery, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. CPD accreditation from CPDme This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com. Download the free CPDme app to document your learning, reflect on how it aligns with your goals, and defend your decision-making when evidencing your CPD. The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.
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