Respect
Respect for our patients and each other
East Midlands Ambulance Service
About EMAS
East Midlands Ambulance Service provides emergency 999 care and telephone clinical assessment services for a population of 4.9 million people.
On average we receive a new 999 call every 25 seconds (1,236,987 emergency and urgent calls received during 2023/2024).
Find out moreOur latest news
19 March 2026
Little hero receives bravery award after calling 999 for his mum
RJ Webster was getting ready for school on Monday 12 January 2026 when his mum, Bonnie, suddenly collapsed upstairs and began shivering.
16 March 2026
Celebrating 800 years of service in Lincolnshire
As the awards ceremony came to an end, we had the chance to speak with some of the individuals who were recognised.
12 March 2026
National ambulance award for NEPTS colleague marking 40 years of outstanding service
Jeff Mills has received the Ambulance Leadership Forum (ALF) Award, one of the most respected honours in the ambulance sector
10 March 2026
Two EMAS colleagues inspire the next generation of ambulance staff
EMAS staff have starred in two new short films, aimed at showing secondary school pupils what a career in the ambulance service entails.
24 February 2026
Providing a listening ear
We speak to Mick Clarke about the role of Peer to Peer volunteers at EMAS
20 February 2026
A founding member of our HART team retires after 31 years of service
Dave Turner, a founding member of our Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) leaves behind a legacy defined by authenticity, courage, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.
23 January 2026
Two EMAS colleagues set to tackle the National Three Peaks Challenge for charity
They are hoping to raise £1,000 for The Ambulance Service Charity (TASC)
22 January 2026
£4 million investment strengthens and expands our Clinical Hub to improve patient care across the East Midlands
Not every 999 call needs an ambulance, but every call does need quick, expert assessment.
Our values
Integrity
Acting with integrity by doing the right thing for the right reasons
Contribution
Respecting and valuing everyone’s contribution and encouraging innovation
Teamwork
Working together, supporting each other, and collaborating with other organisations
Compassion
Ensure that compassion is central to both the care we provide and how we treat one another