Abstract
The article provides an editorial perspective and quick summary, context and background for the papers published in volume five, issue one of the International Journal of Emergency Services. Seven articles are discussed covering the themes of leadership, resilience, role of volunteers and staff perceptions in the emergency services covering the three main services namely the police, fire and rescue services and the ambulance services. Six of the seven articles included in this issue, provide empirical findings to the issues being examined and make an important contribution to the literature having significant implications for policy and practice.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-5 |
| Journal | International Journal of Emergency Services |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Early online date | 9 Jun 2016 |
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| Publication status | Published - 13 Jun 2016 |