Nearly 300 new recruits boost Scottish Ambulance Service

The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has boosted its staffing by welcoming nearly 300 new recruits this year.

10/11/2026

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Nightclub exercise puts resuscitation teams under pressure in Edinburgh

The Scottish Ambulance Service staged a training exercise inside an Edinburgh city bar to teach responders how to respond to emergencies inside a busy nightclub.

26/10/2026

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Young heroes and SAS staff recognised at national Awards

Three youngsters and two Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) emergency responders have been recognised at this year’s Brave@Heart Awards.

16/10/2026

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