AS the portfolio holder for Public Protection at Wiltshire Council I was delighted to attend once again last Sunday the Emergency Services Show at Hullavington airfield along with many thousands of the local community all showing their support and appreciation for those dedicated and committed to public safety in our communities.

As well as the three main emergency services, there are a significant number of other partner agencies who play a vital role in ensuring that we have a proactive and responsive emergency capability in Wiltshire.

We are also very fortunate to have a dedicated volunteer sector who give up their free time to help the recognised services and now play a vital and strategic part in the overall services. I have the pleasure of seeing first hand across the county the dedication of all these groups and individuals working in partnership to keep Wiltshire safe. This was the 10th year of the show, which continues year on year to grow in popularity. I am sure that we all wish for this event to carry on for many years to come and I would personally like to thank all those involved with the organisation of what is now a wonderful proactive community event.

COUN PETER HUTTON

Portfolio holder for Public Protection

Wiltshire Council