Cash for county emergencies

Lincolnshire’s Resilience Forum has secured almost £250,000 for projects to assist during emergencies.
Four bids to the government for funding from a pilot scheme have been successful.
There will be £50,000 for improved and more reliable use of drones in emergencies in the county as a result.
A further £40,000 will be used for community engagement regarding emergency preparedness while £70,000 has been allocated to upgrade rest centre systems and documentation.
There is also £75,000 for improved integrated mapping software.
“Responding to larger emergencies, particularly flooding but also major transport incidents or the loss of critical infrastructure, is a crucial role of public services.
“Having this additional funding means we can respond more effectively utilising advanced technology. It will also support our efforts to warn and inform the public before, during and after emergencies,” said Coun Lindsey Cawrey, executive member for emergency services at the county council.
“No other area of the country has approval for more than one project, so we’re delighted to have been recognised,” said Ian Reed, head of emergency planning.