BLUE LIGHT SERVICES
Secure network solutions for police and emergency services
We empower police forces with secure, high-performance connectivity to critical systems, cloud platforms, and operational technologies - ensuring officers and staff have reliable access to the tools they need, wherever they are.
By leveraging cloud and emerging technologies, we help modernise policing infrastructure, improve data-sharing, and enhance real-time decision-making. Our PSN-compliant network solutions strengthen public safety, streamline operations, and deliver more effective policing for communities.
Why Blue Light Services Choose Cloud Gateway for Network Modernisation
Emergency services are facing unique challenges around the means and methods by which they capture, store and share highly sensitive citizen data.
Securely harnessing the power and potential of big data remains a strategic priority, as set out in policies like the National Policing Digital Strategy (NPDS). This includes improving collaboration between partners and agencies in regard to digitising core processes, balancing regional and national priorities, and the sharing of new capabilities, knowledge and R&D. Moving away from inflexible and costly legacy technologies and services is the first step.
The pandemic accelerated the rate at which applications, data, devices and users are moving off premises. Legacy network and security solutions are struggling to support the evolving demands of the sector.
A modern networking solution can deliver secure hybrid and multicloud connectivity, support increased traffic volumes, improve real time communications, reduce operational costs and facilitate digital growth, all of which are addressed by our platform.
BENEFITS
How Cloud Gateway can help you
Gain secure and compliant access to essential government resources including vetting systems and applications from the Department of Work & Pensions.
With Cloud Gateway, you can consolidate 'legacy' network connections with new cloud environments, helping you to modernise your infrastructure, embrace emerging technology and tackle shadow IT.
We maintain a private connectivity fabric to hundreds of cloud providers, including AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Seamlessly connect your cloud-native infrastructure to your HQ, sites, users and external partners with low-latency, high-security networking.
Ensure secure, encrypted communication between your workforce, partners, and key resources, wherever they are.
Cloud Gateway enables secure, seamless connectivity for remote users, allowing them to access any network endpoint across your estate in accordance with policy you define - including cloud platforms, data centres, and third-party networks. Essential for officers working remotely, community policing initiatives, and emergency response coordination.
We work as an extension of your IT and networks team, making it quick and easy to get a solution up and running.
Once you're part of our customer community, you'll be supported by our proactive and responsive customer success team. Together, we'll ensure your infrastructure remains fit for purpose, scalable, and future-ready. Our UK-based support team understands the unique compliance requirements of blue light services.
With Cloud Gateway, you can build the network you need right now, with the scope to flex and grow when new requirements emerge tomorrow.
Our products are instantly accessible, there's no need to wait for 30, 60 or even 90 day lead times as is common with traditional network providers.
Our Managed WAN Service provides reliable, high-performance connectivity for your distributed network across your region.
Options include leased lines, FTTC & FTTP and internet breakout. The service optimises traffic flow to support seamless communication between locations. Ideal for connecting police stations, control rooms, custody suites, and mobile command units across your constabulary.
BLUE LIGHT FAQS
Answering your blue light FAQ’s
In the police and blue light sector, cloud technology is used for secure data storage, real-time communication, and rapid information sharing. It enables access to critical systems like body-worn camera footage, case files, and criminal databases from any location.
Cloud-based AI supports predictive policing, facial recognition, and incident analysis. It also enhances emergency response coordination, allowing multiple agencies to collaborate efficiently while ensuring compliance with UK data protection laws and cybersecurity standards.
The network is vital to the police and blue light sector as it enables real-time communication, data sharing, and coordination between emergency services. A reliable and secure network supports critical systems such as radio communications, body-worn cameras, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), and emergency dispatch.
It ensures officers and responders have instant access to live data, including suspect records, location tracking, and incident reports. In high-pressure situations, a strong network enhances response times, situational awareness, and public safety, while also ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and data protection regulations.
Security is crucial for the police and blue light sector to protect sensitive data, ensure operational integrity, and maintain public trust. Emergency services handle confidential information, including criminal records, victim details, and intelligence reports, which must be safeguarded from cyber threats, unauthorised access, and data breaches.
Strong security measures prevent disruption to critical systems, ensuring that communications, surveillance, and emergency response remain effective.
Unlike traditional providers with 60-90 day lead times, we can deploy network solutions for police forces within days. Our cloud-native platform and pre-established PSN connectivity mean we can rapidly provision secure access to critical systems without lengthy procurement delays.
What compliance standards do you meet for blue light services?
We maintain full compliance with PSN requirements, NHS Digital standards, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and PCI DSS. Our UK-based infrastructure ensures data sovereignty whilst meeting all regulatory requirements for police and emergency services operations.
Yes, our platform seamlessly integrates with existing police systems including PNC (Police National Computer), HOLMES (case management), custody systems, and force-specific applications. We provide secure connectivity without requiring costly system replacements.
Our network enables secure data sharing between police, fire, ambulance, and other emergency services. We provide controlled access to shared resources whilst maintaining security boundaries between different agencies - critical for major incident response and counter-terrorism operations.
Accelerate your digital journey with Cloud Gateway.
With scalable bandwidths and additional security options, rapid deployment and no hidden costs, our platform puts the power of choice and flexibility back in your hands.