This 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.

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This 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.

Nestled 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

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This episode is worth 0.5 CPD points. To collect your certificate email team@emergencyservicestimes.com.

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