The Latest Breaking News from 999

Nottinghamshire man called police 68 times in 90 minutes while drunk in bed

As the force approaches it busiest time of the year, Nottinghamshire Police has issued a plea for people to use 999 responsibly after a recent spate of incidents.

Nottingham Post · Dec 3, 2022

Quick-thinking Edinburgh local dials 999 as two hurt in shop fire on busy road

Witnesses saw black smoke and soot flying into the air from a pizza shop chimney and called authorities because it didn't seem right. While waiting for authorities, an unknown man rushed into the building to help.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 2, 2022

999 call handlers to strike: when, where, and why the workers are walking out

This is the first time that 999 call-centre workers will join in the strike, after previously being exempt

Evening Standard · Oct 6, 2022