Supporters – Emergency Services Day

We were immensely honoured that 999 Day had the support of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and are deeply honoured that Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla, along with His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, have continued their support for Emergency Services Day and for the 2 million men and women who serve across the 999 and NHS family.

We are grateful to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer MP and First Ministers of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, for their support.

“The staff and volunteers who make up our emergency services are the backbone of our communities, putting their lives ahead of others day in, day out to keep all of us safe. Their hard work, community spirit, and sacrifice must never be forgotten, and I share the entire country’s gratitude for their work.”

PRIME MINISTER OF THE UK, Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer KC MP

“On Emergency Services Day, we recognise the dedicated work of all working in our NHS, police, fire and rescue, ambulance, coastguard and mountain rescue services. Each of them works to support and help all of us, no matter who we are, where we are, or what the circumstances. I want to express my heartfelt thanks to every individual serving, or volunteering, in our emergency services today. Also in my thoughts are the many more, serving around the world – picking up the pieces of increasing global conflict, and climate-related natural disasters – acting as a hope and a lifeline to millions. The people of Scotland, and my Government, will never take that service for granted.”

FIRST MINISTER OF SCOTLAND, Rt Hon John Swinney MSP

“We are forever grateful for your commitment to putting the lives of strangers before your own to help keep our communities safe and improve their chances of a positive outcome when seriously ill or injured. 999 Day is the prime opportunity to take a moment to celebrate our incredible emergency services workers and recognise the vital role they play in going beyond the call of duty every day. For being there for people at their darkest times when they need your help, and for the huge contribution you make to society, diolch o galon.”

FIRST MINISTER OF WALES, Rt Hon Eluned Morgan MS