The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives
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The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) brings together skills, expertise and shared knowledge in ambulance services. (RTs or Likes ≠ endorsement)
London, UK
Joined November 2011
Delighted to announce more senior #NHS and #healthcare leaders speaking at #ALF2025, as @DrHNaqvi, @BolaOwolabi8 and @CareQualityComm's Sir Julian Hartley will join @SivaAnandaciva, @SJM_NHS and @ConfedMatthew in Leeds on 11-12 March. [1/2]. >>
Top speakers already confirmed for #ALF2025 – the only national event for senior leaders in the #NHS #ambulance sector. Learn more at register at
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Prince William champions 999 workers' mental health as @KensingtonRoyal launches an ambitious new scheme #mentalhealth scheme for #EmergencyServices staff, volunteers, retirees and friends and family. > #Ambulance #paramedics #parahealth
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NHS #ambulance staff who have suffered #violence and aggression issue national plea to be able to #WorkWithoutFear. Abuse towards our employees has a profound effect - and it needs to stop. Please support and share our campaign >>. #VAA #paramedics #NHS
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Association of #Ambulance Chief Executives welcomes new Chair @daren_mochrie, as Anthony Marsh completes his second term of office. Daren will commence the 3 year term on 1 August 2020 . >> @NWAmbulance @OFFICIALWMAS @NHSConfed @NHSProviders
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. @AACE_org launches #SafeInTheBack campaign on behalf of all UK #ambulance services to improve #safety inside #ambulances - for both #patients and staff. Learn more and download campaign resources here:. 💚
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Incredible response from brave and dedicated emergency services who were on scene in a matter of minutes
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The Prince of Wales sends heartfelt thanks in a video message to #ambulance workers. "You exemplify everything that is best about this country . we owe you an immeasurable debt of gratitude.". >> @ClarenceHouse @NHSConfed .#paramedics #volunteers #NHS
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.@AACE_org Chair Anthony Marsh QAM is joined by Daniel Ohs & Kris Gagliardi of @StJohnNZ, alongside UK and international delegates at #ALF2019, in paying tribute to all those affected by - and who responded to - the terror attacks in #Christchurch #NewZealand. #NZ @jacindaardern
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Little Lila and lifesavers special guests at @SECAmbulance as Duke of Cambridge marks #EmergencyServicesDay. >>
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Anna Parry named as new Managing Director of Association of #Ambulance Chief Executives following robust selection process, announces @AACE_org Chair @daren_mochrie. Sincere congratulations, @AnnaParry12! . >>
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Sincere thanks and best wishes for the future to Fionna, from all at @AACE_org. @SECAmbulance Medical Director Fionna Moore QAM to stand down after 50 years’ #NHS service. >>
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Dreadfully sad. Our thoughts are with the family and with colleagues and friends at @OFFICIALWMAS. Fatal incident involving #ambulance crew in Herefordshire >
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Update: Due to the success of @Ldn_Ambulance's #Advanced #Paramedic Practitioner pilot, the role has been integrated into their operational model as business as usual. Now more patients are treated safely in the community rather than transferred to #EDs.
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AACE report published today is the result of a clinical review of handover delays of over 60 minutes and the potential harm they cause to patients.
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Excellent news - congratulations @consultantpara. Dr John Martin has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive at @swasFT. >>
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#Ambulance Service welcomes decision to enable #paramedic #prescribing and so reduce pressure on GPs and A&E departments. >> | @NHSEngland @ParamedicsUK @Para_Practice @SuzanneRastrick #AHPsintoAction #AHPs #NHS #5YFV #paramedics #ParamedicPrescribing
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. @AACE_org sends huge congratulations to #ambulance colleagues deservedly recognised in the #KingsBirthdayHonours, along with heartfelt thanks for your dedication and service. >> #KingsBirthdayHonours2023 @ParamedicsUK #KAM #Paramedics @NHSEngland #NHS
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A tribute to @EastEnglandAmb's Neil Ruch as he is laid to rest following his tragic death from #COVID19. Sadly missed but not forgotten. >>
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Update: Due to the success of @Ldn_Ambulance's #Advanced #Paramedic Practitioner pilot, the role has been integrated into their operational model as business as usual. Now more patients are treated safely in the community, rather than transferred to #EDs.
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STEVEN SHORT has been fundamental in the leadership of the #Resuscitation Rapid Response Unit at @Scotambservice - and he wins our #ALF2018event #Clinician Award. Well played Steven :-)
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Our sincere thanks and very best wishes go to Paul Woodrow OBE, as he leaves @Ldn_Ambulance after three decades of devoted care to #London and #Londoners. >>
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Steph is a hugely valued #Paramedic & Ops Team Leader at @SECAmbulance. Like all her #ambulance colleagues she fulfils a vital role in her community, and any abuse that she or they receive - from patients in need or the wider public - is NEVER acceptable. #WorkWithoutFear.
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Recognising the unusually challenging nature of 2020-21 we've taken a different approach to our annual report, as we reflect on the very real contributions & sacrifices made by #ambulance service employees & #volunteers throughout the #COVID19 pandemic.🙏.
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Sincere congratulations to colleagues in the #ambulance sector duly recognised in the #NewYearsHonours - all thoroughly deserved!💚. 👉 @ParamedicsUK @NWAmbulance @Ldn_Ambulance @WelshAmbulance @Scotambservice #NYHonours #KAM #HonoursList #Paramedics #NHS
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Not just #clinical skills. big hearts and empathy go a long way too. We love this series. #Ambulance @nwambulance.
Jack is such a sweetheart ❤️. A loved one needing an ambulance is a very daunting and frightening experience for anyone. We understand this and do what we can to support patient’s families, putting their minds at ease and being a hand to hold. #Ambulance
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The first award for Excellence in the field of #Diversity goes to somebody who has chaired the @NatAmbBME forum for many years - and has made several vital contributions regarding ethnicity and race. That lady is @TasnimAliYAS of @YorksAmbulance. Well played Tasnim! . #ALF2022
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The award for Exceptional Service as a Specialist #Paramedic goes to a man who puts himself forward to take on additional projects to ensure that his team continually develops and improves. Step forward Jack Lewis, Critical Care Paramedic at @OFFICIALWMAS . #ALF2022
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Update: Due to the success of @Ldn_Ambulance's #Advanced #Paramedic Practitioner pilot, the role has been integrated into their operational model as business as usual. Now more patients are treated safely in the community, rather than transferred to #EDs.
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Prestigious fellowship for @NEAmbulance paramedic:. #Paramedic #research fellow Dr Graham McClelland has been awarded a rare post-doctoral fellowship at @UniofNewcastle to continue his research into improving outcomes for #stroke patients. >
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“I may not be considered the stereotypical example of a paramedic. I’m a black female.” . This #BlackHistoryMonth, @Ldn_Ambulance's Charlene shares her story of how seeing a black female paramedic – and representation of herself – inspired her. >>
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New BSc (Hons) Paramedic #Apprenticeship Degree devised by @CumbriaUni promises #paramedic career to more people. >> @uocparamedics #ambulance #learning
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New @NHSEngland report out: .“#Paramedic leadership in #ambulance trusts in England: Understanding the synergies & differences with other allied health professions’ leadership & leadership development”. Read it at #AHPs @ParamedicsUK @WeAHPs #AHPsDeliver
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Simon Stevens: "Completely unacceptable that so many #ambulance staff - over a third - have been subjected to violence in their job - @NHSEngland expects ambulance services to prosecute to full extent of the law in such cases. ". #ALF2018event #ZeroTolerance #NHS #paramedics
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The @AACE_org and @NHSEngland Repository of Best Practice for Safely Reducing Ambulance Conveyance to Emergency Departments features over 30 initiatives - from #Ambulance Trusts across the UK. Please read, learn and share them: #paramedic @ParamedicsUK
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A wonderful philosophy and thankfully a common one, right across the #paramedic community. Hats off to you @wmaspeterbowles and @OFFICIALWMAS - and indeed ALL the #Ambulance Trusts nationwide. You make us #proud.
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A #diverse ambulance #uniform offer – why does it matter?. Our national #ambulance diversity and #inclusion forum has overseen a review and refresh of the sector’s uniform offer. Learn more at #EDI
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SAVE THE DATE - Thurs 7 May - for our #CompassionateConversations Zoom Call. We're inviting all #NHS #ambulance service staff to hear from #EOLcare experts who will offer additional guidance, tools & reassurance for this challenging area of practice. >>
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When he was 20, Richard couldn’t read or write due to #dyslexia. Now, he has fulfilled his life-long dream of becoming an #Ambulance #Technician for @EMASNHSTrust - and has been chosen to tutor new students. Superb. This is his story >>
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'Absolute heroes': widespread praise for medics treating Manchester victims | UK news | The Guardian
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Inclusive #Ambulance Uniforms: . Your feedback is requested, including requirements for those of with protected characteristics such as people who are pregnant, religious wear, staff identifying as trans, staff with disabilities or other specific needs.
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Association of #Ambulance Chief Executives welcomes @DHSCgovuk announcement of new £5,000 per annum grant for student #paramedics. >> <<. @DHSCmedia @cj_dinenage @Jochurchill4 @NHSProviders .#NHS #StudentParamedics
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Soldier leaves #Army to become @WelshAmbulance #paramedic after supporting #ambulance service during #coronavirus pandemic | Wales | ITV News .
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Heartfelt congratulations to our #ambulance sector colleagues awarded with the #QAM in the #NewYearsHonours List, and also to those duly recognised with other #Honours for their remarkable efforts over another challenging year. > #HonoursList #honours
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Retired #paramedic who re-joined the #frontline a rightly praised as a hero after losing life to #COVID19. Rest in Peace, Graham. |
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As #ambulance staff warn about patient deaths and prepare to go on strike, one #paramedic reveals what their job is really like in an emergency service in crisis.
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#AHPs are the third largest workforce in the NHS and play a vital role in treating, rehabilitating and improving the lives of patients. This #AHPsDay we want to say a huge thank you to AHPs across the #NHS for all your hard work looking after our communities. 💚 . #AHPDay2023
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Evidence reviewed by @NICEcomms shows treatment by advanced #paramedics can reduce #hospital admissions by 13% >
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A welcome update from @OFFICIALWMAS on #ambulance #paramedics who were stabbed – West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust
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Paramedics are the backbone of #ambulance services, putting themselves on the frontline to treat patients day in, day out. #ALF2019's winner of the #Exceptional #Paramedic award is particularly committed to the #HEMS service in Northern Ireland - it's Glenn O’Rorke of @NIAS999!.
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Incredible numbers! .Massive thanks as always from @aace_org to all @stjohnambulance #volunteers. Your support is invaluable.
I still can’t get over this, our biggest ever operational deployment! . 100,000 patient facing hours, in total over 140,000 #StJohnPeople hours supporting communities and @NHSEngland @AACE_org since 1st April.
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. @NWAmbulance's #Falls Response Service is delivered jointly with @ELHT_NHS across Pennine #Lancashire. It involves both an #OccupationalTherapist & #Paramedic responding proactively and reactively to 999 calls involving individuals who have fallen. >
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The second award for Excellence in the field of #Diversity goes to a lady who, in her time as chair of the @N_AmbDisability Network, has made huge strides in progressing the #ambulance / #disability agenda. Please congratulate @dawn_poulson-Whelan, @EastEnglandAmb!. #ALF2022
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. @AACE_org's Daren Mochrie & Martin Flaherty join #ambulance and wider #EMS leaders as Duke of Cambridge announces @KensingtonRoyal Foundation's #BlueLightTogether – a support package for #EmergencyServicesMentalHealth. >> #MH #ParaHealth #paramedics
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Unfortunately there is some fake news circulating about #coronavirus, claiming to be from Public Health England. Ensure you ONLY get your information from trusted sources:. and.
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"I didn't expect us to be waiting outside hospitals for the length of time that we are. It isn't what we signed up for." .
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In a landmark commitment signed at the #EmergencyServicesMentalHealth Symposium, senior leaders from all the UK Emergency Services have agreed uniform standards to support the #mentalhealth of staff, which will be integrated into their workplaces. More at
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All ambulance trusts have a responsibility to keep our patients & colleagues #SafeInTheBack when travelling in an #ambulance. Learn more and download resources at
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. @AACE_org, @NIAS999, @WelshAmbulance and the ten English #NHS #Ambulance Services join @Scotambservice Service in signing up to @FaceEquality's commitment to support people with #VisibleDifferences & #disfigurements. 👉 #FaceEqualityWeek #StopTheStare
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#Falls are the most common cause of death from injury in the over 65’s, accounting for 40% of #ambulance callouts. See how @NEAmbulance's Falls Rapid Response Service has been responding with a #Paramedic & #Occupational therapist working from an #RRV. >
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Remembering those who lost their lives and were injured - and their families - in #LondonBombings 11 years ago today
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Tonight sees Episode 5 of Series 4 of the @BAFTA award winning #Ambulance -- at 9pm on @BBCOne. Hope to see you there? Get a sneak preview at #NHS #paramedics #TeamNHS
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#Ambulance sector contribution to #Covid19 response recognised in #NewYearHonours List. 👉 @YorksAmbulance @OFFICIALWMAS @Scotambservice @WelshAmbulance @swasFT @SECAmbulance @EastEnglandAmb @HorizonsNHS @NHSConfed @NHSEngland @NHSProviders #Honours2021
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#Terror attacks, the #Grenfell Tower fire and extreme #weather posed significant challenges for #ambulance services during 2017 / 2018. Hot off the press, our Annual Report details how we responded - and much more. Get yours at . #paramedics #ambulance
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. @AndySwinburnWAS at @WelshAmbulance illustrates to ambulance chiefs how rotational #paramedic working model can stop #ambulance trusts spinning out of control. >>
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"The six RIGHTS of #Medicines Administration” - two posters published in support of #MedSafetyWeek. Read more and download them here. >> #PatientSafety #YellowCardScheme #ReportSideEffects
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Series 4 of #Ambulance returns to @BBCOne this Thursday 18th Oct at 9pm and features @NWAmbulance. Get the stories behind the sirens and real insight into the work of the staff on the road and control rooms who answer over 4,000 emergency calls every day.
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24/7 and 365 - UK #ambulance services and #paramedics do incredible work. We are lucky to have such committed #NHSstaff. To all of our colleagues - whether on the #frontline or across the service - we hope you #StaySafe as you go about your vital duties. #coronavirus #COVID19.
I want to say a particular thank you to ambulance staff and all paramedics who are doing amazing work in our NHS tackling #coronavirus. #StayHomeSaveLives
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We're delighted to welcome @daren_mochrie as he commences his role as Chair of @AACE_org - and we also reiterate his thanks to outgoing Chair Anthony Marsh. We're fortunate to work with two such talented and committed #ambulance professionals. Here's to the future Daren.
We're pleased to announce that our Chief Executive Daren Mochrie today takes on the additional role of Chair of the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives @AACE_org.
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We're so grateful to the open, honest testimonies shared by #ambulance staff in our new @mentalheath film. Please watch it - and join our #mentalhealth Zoom session on Thurs 21st at 2.15. > #ParaHealth #MHAW20 #AmbulanceKeepTalking #MentalHealthAwareness
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"Leading people requires courage and vision but must be centred in the voices of your workforce and the public whom you come into contact with. If people aren’t heard then the workplace will not be safe.". @nazirafzal about to speak to #ALF2023 about The Decency Deficit.
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New #consensus launched to support UK #Ambulance Services in playing a more central role in Reducing #HealthInequalities and improving health outcomes. 👉 #AmbulanceHealthInequalities . #ICS #NHS @ParamedicsUK @OHID @HindleLinda @NHSEngland @CCamacho_NHS
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Advanced #Paramedic Practitioners are experienced #paramedics taking a post-grad #education program, while ALSO doing rotational #clinical practice in primary & #community care AND working as solo #emergency responders. Get more on @Ldn_Ambulance's team >
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#Ambulance service provision has historically been under-funded - so matching #capacity to demand needs to become the norm. Our joint briefing with @NHSProviders calls for a focus on ambulance service funding as part of next week’s #SpendingReview. >>
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Are YOU joining our #MentalHealth Continuum webinar tomorrow?. All UK #NHS ambulance #employees & #volunteers are welcome to learn about this bespoke tool developed for #MH in #ambulance services. Please RT & join us from 1.30 – 3.00pm Thurs 10 March. >
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"I will wear it with pride and in recognition of everyone in the #ambulance service who works so hard to serve their communities.”. @SECAmbulance Medical Director Dr Fionna Moore receives her Queen’s Ambulance Medal at Investiture. >>
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. @NHSEngland and @AACE_org delighted to launch Repository of #BestPractice for Safely Reducing #Ambulance Conveyance to Emergency Departments. Please read & share - and contribute initiatives from YOUR ambulance trust. >> #Paramedics #NHSLongTermPlan
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We’re extremely grateful for @stjohnambulance’s support. Fantastic commitment - our continued thanks to them.
Since 1 April, @stjohnambulance have deployed 1,673 ambulance shifts in support of @NHS @NHSEngland @AACE_org .The impact this is having on patients in remarkable - reduced waiting times, reduced load on NHS Amb Crews and great community support.
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. @AACE_org welcomes additional @NHSEngland investment to boost #ambulance staff numbers ahead of winter, with £55m extra funding to recruit more 999 call handlers, #paramedic crews and #clinicians to work in control rooms. >>
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Take 5 mins to watch the new @NHSSupplyChain.video which showcases the new National #Ambulance Uniform. Our thanks to all the #AmbulanceService members for their support in developing this fantastic range. Watch the video >> @NOECPC #EDI @WRES_team
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999 crew abusers to face jail thanks to new protection
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. @ParamedicsUK & @AACE_org invite you to a #JRCALC Virtual Study Day, with topics including #Spinal Immobilisation, #PostPartum Haemorrhage, Acute Behavioural Disturbance, #Alcohol Use Disorder and #Vascular Emergencies. Details and speaker info at
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Incredibly brave: @Ldn_Ambulance #paramedic Gary Edwards describes experience responding to #LondonBridge attack >>
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#Ambulances unable to attend 1 in 6 call-outs due to handover delays - with some #ambulance crews spending 'entire shifts' outside A&E.
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AACE Chief Executive urges respect for all #ambulance staff over the #PlatinumJubilee holiday period. >>
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Fantastic efforts from @stjohnambulance - again. 🙏
TODAY @stjohnambulance deploy 1st of 1,000s of existing & newly recruited & trained #StJohnPeople to support #NHS in UK’s biggest #massvaccination prog. Proud to be playing a small part with SJA in realising this epic task. #TeamVaccine 🙏 @SJAVolTraining @stjacoo #StJohnWeCan.
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Advanced #Paramedic Practitioners are experienced #paramedics following a post-grad #education programme WHILST doing rotational #clinical practice in primary & #community care, AND working as solo #emergency responders. More on @Ldn_Ambulance's cohort at
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#Ambulance staff from @EMASNHSTrust, @YorksAmbulance, @Scotambservice and @WelshAmbulance deservedly recognised in #NewYearHonours. Our sincere congratulations go to the recipients - and to their Trusts. Learn more here > #NewYear2020 #honours2020 #NHS
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#Volunteers - including Community First Responders - play a huge role in UK #ambulance services, and this year's #volunteer award goes to Lynn Woolls of @WelshAmbulance Service. Fantastic caring, #mentoring and commitment. Join us for your #ALF2019 Award Lynn!. #CFR #training.
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At the start of the new year, all at @AACE_org wish to thank everyone across the #NHS #ambulance sector for their tireless efforts throughout 2020. Here's to a safer, stronger 2021 - for everyone.
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This is appalling to read. Our heartfelt thoughts go to these #paramedics and all the @OFFICIALWMAS family.
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Save the date! THURS 12 JULY is the launch of the @horizonsnhs Ideas Channel, a unique opportunity for #ambulance professionals to contribute #improvements from the #frontline. We want your thoughts, expertise and 2 minutes of your time. Come and be a #ProjectA Change #Champion!
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New #Ambulance Response Standards announced by @NHSEngland to improve #PatientCare >> << @CURE_ScHARR #Team999 #NHS
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We’re proud to support the launch of @TASCharity's 24 hour #Ambulance Staff #Crisis Phoneline offering instant, ongoing #Suicide & #MentalHealth care. Independent | Confidential | 24/7. 👉 #TASCP @sianwilliams100 #Paramedics #EmergencyServicesMentalHealth
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