The NHS Blood and Transplant Service joined The Emergency Services Show on the show floor to encourage people to find out their blood type and sign up to be a blood donor. On the People & Skills Stage, Kate and Ian shared how they try to create behaviour change through campaigns that seek to get more donors and make blood donation a regular part of their life.

Speakers:

• Joy Flanagan, host
• Kate Thomas, National Blood and Transplant Service
• Ian Williams, National Blood and Transplant Service

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In this bonus episode we bring you a short interview that James Devonshire did at the show in our podcast studio at the The Emergency Services Show 2025.

He talks to Rob and Egbe about how geospatial data is being used in the police, about the range of tech in place and reminds us why The Emergency Services Show is the place to be for great conversations and learning.

Enjoy.

Speakers

James Devonshire, Emergency Services Times (pictured)

Rob Goldsmith, Geospatial specialist, Devon and Cornwall Police

Egbe Manners, Market Development Lead, Ordnance Survey

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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.

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In our second episode with the British Safety Industry Federation, the panel looks at tender specifications. They argue that they are critical to securing the right products that deliver the quality and performance that teams need. Listen on to get insights into how robust tendering ensures end users get what they truly need.

Speakers:

• Natalie Wilson, host
• Amy Beams, Women in the Fire Service
• Chris Butcher, BTTG
• Alan Murray, British Safety Industry Federation

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.

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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.