The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has secured a seven-year agreement with Motorola Solutions to implement a cloud-hosted Control Room Solution (CRS) across its operations, enhancing its emergency response capabilities throughout Scotland. The contract, part of SFRS’s strategic modernisation plans, aligns with Scotland’s national Cloud First policy and aims to optimise incident management in real-time. SFRS operates out of three primary control centres located in Edinburgh, Dundee, and Johnstone. From these hubs, the service coordinates response efforts for a wide variety of incidents, including fires, road traffic accidents, and, increasingly, flooding and water rescues. With 356 fire stations dispersed…
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Global technology firm Leidos has announced a new partnership with the University of Edinburgh to drive advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. The collaboration aims to harness AI research and innovation to address complex challenges across various sectors, including environmental protection, healthcare, civil infrastructure, and national security. The partnership will tap into the university’s Bayes Centre, a prominent innovation hub for AI and data science, and leverage its interdisciplinary research to support Leidos’ mission to develop trusted AI solutions. Known for fostering industry partnerships, the Bayes Centre brings together researchers from across disciplines, making it a fitting venue…
Weston Hospicecare has issued a call for increased funding to meet growing demand for its free palliative and end-of-life care services in Somerset, following the release of its 2023/2024 Impact Report. The report, published during the hospice’s 35th anniversary year, reveals a significant rise in patient need and warns of mounting financial challenges, with operational costs sharply increasing. The hospice, based in Weston-super-Mare, provides a range of support services, from in-home assistance to inpatient care, at no charge to patients and families. However, the report highlights that demand for these services continues to grow, with a total of 1,949 patients…
A Shropshire-based public relations company has given a boost to local grassroots girls’ football by sponsoring the Newport Girls Under 12 Panthers team. Be Bold Media, a prominent PR firm, has provided funding for new equipment and kits for the youth team, which trains weekly at Harper Adams University, located just across from Be Bold’s offices at the Midlands Agri-Tech Innovation Hub. Amy Bould, managing director of Be Bold Media, explained that the partnership felt like a natural fit for the company. “This sponsorship opportunity was a perfect match for us. Aside from the fact that we are all a…
Woods’ Silver Fleet has announced the construction of the UK’s first zero emissions tourist vessel, now underway at Pendennis Shipyard in Cornwall, marking a new chapter in sustainable river tourism. With over a century of experience operating on the River Thames, the Woods family, known for private charter events, is expanding its offerings with this innovative all-electric luxury sightseeing fleet. Named Thames Explorer, the 39-metre vessel will launch in partnership with Historic Royal Palaces, exclusively serving as the official Tower of London River Tour from summer 2025. The new vessel, constructed using lightweight aluminium and powered by a pioneering all-battery…
The UK government has announced a new initiative to address the future of traditional linear television broadcasting, as new research reveals that some households risk exclusion due to the growing shift towards online TV. The move, led by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), aims to ensure that no one is left behind as more viewers turn to streaming and internet-based television. A new working group will be established under the leadership of Media Minister Stephanie Peacock MP. This group will bring together key players from the broadcasting industry, infrastructure providers, and audience advocacy groups to examine how…
New research by Pampers has revealed that a significant number of UK parents of premature babies are hesitant to touch their infants due to concerns about the fragility of their skin. The study found that 82% of parents of premature babies felt nervous about touching their baby while in neonatal care, with 52% citing the delicacy of their baby’s skin as the main reason. Premature babies have skin that is up to two times thinner than full-term babies, making it highly sensitive to touch. Despite this vulnerability, skin-to-skin contact is crucial for premature infants as it is the first sense…
Parliamentarians from all political parties were visibly moved last night during a preview screening of the documentary After the Rain: Putin’s Stolen Children Come Home, hosted by Lord McConnell, former First Minister of Scotland. The event, which took place in the House of Lords, focused on the harrowing story of Ukrainian children deported to Russia during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The documentary, qualified for this year’s Academy Awards, tells the story of two children, seven-year-old Sasha Mezhevoy and fourteen-year-old Veronika Vlasova, who were illegally taken from Ukraine and recently freed from Russian institutions. Their testimonies, along with those of…
Bradford College has announced the extension of its partnership with Bradford City AFC for a fourth consecutive year. The renewed agreement sees the College continuing as one of the football club’s main partners and its official digital partner. The College’s branding will remain visible on the club’s digital channels, including imagery and video content, as well as throughout the University of Bradford Stadium. This long-standing collaboration has resulted in numerous positive outcomes for both organisations, with mutual support driving success in various projects. The partnership has been marked by key moments of cooperation over the years, including Bradford City AFC’s…
I-Med Claims LLC, a leader in medical billing and revenue cycle management, has announced its nationwide expansion, now offering comprehensive billing solutions to healthcare providers across all 50 US states. The company, based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, has been serving healthcare providers for several years, providing tailored billing services that streamline processes, improve cash flow, and reduce administrative burdens. With this new nationwide coverage, I-Med Claims LLC aims to enhance its reach and offer its expertise to practices and facilities across the country, ensuring better revenue cycles for healthcare professionals, regardless of location. A Comprehensive Approach to Medical Billing The…