This 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

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