The Blue Light Show is proud to announce that Sir Andy Cooke QPM DL, His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary and His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services, will formally open the event on 18 June 2025 at 9:30 AM at Olympia London.
Sir Andy will cut the ribbon at the Grand Hall and deliver a welcome address, marking the start of the UK’s premier event for emergency services. His presence highlights the show’s commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence across policing, fire & rescue, ambulance, and search & rescue services.
We are delighted to welcome Sir Andy Cooke alongside a truly inspirational line-up of speakers and partners, who are coming together for this much anticipated event.
About Sir Andy Cooke QPM DL
Andy Cooke joined Merseyside Police in 1985. Andy has had numerous roles including overseeing the Robbery Squad and Target Operations at the Major Crime Unit and serving as Chief Constable of Merseyside Police. Whilst he was Chief, the Force was graded as the highest performing metropolitan Force by HMICFRS. Andy has been commended on 10 occasions and in 2014 was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal.
On 1 April 2022, Andy was appointed as HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary and HM Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services. In December 2024, he was awarded a knighthood for services to policing and public service in the King’s New Year Honours List.