Emergency Services Day, also known as 999 Day, is our chance to support the heroic people who protect and care for us all.
We will be flying the 999 Emergency Service Flag at our town halls in Batley, Cleckheaton and Dewsbury on 9 September.
Thanking our emergency service heroes
The Mayor of Kirklees Councillor Cahal Burke said:
“Emergency Services Day is a chance to show our appreciation to staff and volunteers by proudly flying the 999 day flag.
“They work tirelessly 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. They show courage, dedication and make sacrifices to protect us from harm and be there for all of us in our hour of need.
“We should all be thankful and proud we have people in Kirklees who work on the frontline. It is vitally important we thank them for their incredible work.”
What is 999 Day?
999 Day promotes the work of the emergency services, promotes using the emergency services responsibly, educates the public about basic lifesaving skills, and promotes the many career and volunteering opportunities available.
Volunteers are an essential part of the emergency services family, and they play a core part in keeping the country safe.
Emergency service volunteer roles include Special Constables, Retained Firefighters, NHS Community Responders, St John Ambulance, RNLI, Search and Rescue and Coastguard.
You can show your support for the Emergency Services by sharing a message on social media and using the tag #999Day.
To find out more and get involved visit the Emergency Services Day website