Airwave is a vital part of the UK’s Critical National Infrastructure and contracts and partnership has been extended to the other blue light services including the Fire and Rescue Services across Great Britain, the English, Scottish and WelshAmbulance Services, London Underground, Channel Tunnel Rail and other Public safety agencies. Chief Executive of the NPIA, Chief Constable Peter Neyroud said, “We have worked in partnership with other key Government customers and the suppliers and have been in continuous consultation throughout the negotiation process. “However, the NPIA’s priority remains to ensure uninterrupted service for the police service who rely on Airwave for all their communication requirements. “By taking a joined-up approach with the other emergency services we have ensured that the needs of all users are met. Through cross-agency working we will ensure HM Government and the public that their needs have been protected.“We are confident that Macquarie meets the criteria set out by us which secures the maintenance and development of the communication infrastructure, commits to ongoing investment, offers a stable and focused management structure and looks to deliver long-term improvements to the system.”
