999 Emergency Services Day (9th September) is a national day of recognition and gratitude for the extraordinary work carried out by the UK's emergency services. It provides an opportunity to celebrate the dedication, professionalism and selfless commitment of those who serve our communities every day, while also highlighting the wide range of rewarding career opportunities available within the emergency services.
The event begins at 9am on the ninth day of the ninth month, with a two-minute silence held across the country to remember and thank the heroic men and women who have dedicated their lives to public service. It also honours the more than 7,500 members of the police, fire and rescue services, NHS and other emergency services personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
The Chair of Dorset Council, Cllr Stella Jones MBE, said:
"999 Emergency Services Day is an important opportunity to recognise and thank the dedicated men and women who serve and protect our communities every day. Whether responding to emergencies, providing critical medical care, keeping people safe, or supporting those in crisis, their professionalism, courage and commitment are truly inspiring. Dorset Council is proud to stand alongside our emergency services and acknowledge the invaluable contribution they make to the lives of residents across Dorset and beyond."
Dorset Council is proud to support and promote the exemplary work carried out by the emergency services. To mark the occasion, the 999 Emergency Services Flag will be flown over County Hall on 9 September 2026 as a visible sign of appreciation and respect for all those who serve.
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