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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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125. Tech Perspectives with Corinne Russell about data ethics
5d 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
2w ago00:33:47Tap 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
3w ago00:38:26Summary 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
4w ago00:45:40Tap 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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120. In conversation with outgoing HMI Sir Andy Cooke
Mar 3000:40:14Tap to summarizeAs Sir Andy Cooke leaves HMICFRS, he talks to Catherine Levin about his five years leading the inspectorate. Reflecting on what he's seen from police forces, he reinforces the need for them to get the basics right. Leaving just after the government published the police reform white paper that could see the creation of a national police service and with changes in governance, Sir Andy shares his optimism for the new approach. They touch on culture, technology, collaboration and leadership. It's a great conversation that shares what it's like to have this national role and shares some insights into the evolution of the inspectorate in the future. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor, Emergency Services Times Sir Andy Cooke, His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services 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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119. In conversation with the RNLI about the fleet of the future
Mar 2400:38:52Tap to summarizeIn an unusual departure for this podcast, Catherine Levin interviews two guests. She talks to Tom Baker and Ian Hogarth who together are the experts keeping the fleet of the RNLI on the road and at sea. They get into the detail about how you maintain a diverse fleet that is so geographically dispersed and used by hundreds of volunteers. Tom looks after the boat fleet and shares how the boats are made, used and the innovations that are driving improvements for the future, with technology and interoperability at their heart. Ian oversees the vehicle fleet - at 1000 vehicles he is looking at the decarbonisation agenda and how to do that in a way that works across the country. It's the perfect conversation to tee up the activity that will take place around the Fleet of the Future theme at this year's Emergency Services Show. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor, Emergency Services Times Tom Baker, RNLI Ian Hogarth, RNLI 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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118. In conversation with Kate Fisher-Stevens about police data
Mar 1700:26:36Tap to summarizeIn this episode of For Every Response, we hear from Kate Fisher-Stevens who heads up the National Data and Analytics Office which is part of the National Police Chiefs’ Council. It's a new organisation and shows a commitment to putting data at the heart of reform - with the recent policing white paper describing the government's ambitions to unleash the power of people through data. Kate shares her decades of experience and talks about data as a strategic asset and why leaders need to be on top of data whether they are experts or building their confidence. It's a great conversation that reveals that data is foundational for future ambitions around the use of AI but she's also pragmatic about perfection - perfect data isn't the end game here. Listen to find out more. Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor, Emergency Services Times Kate Fisher-Stevens, National Data and Analytics Office 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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