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THE BRITISH APCO DINNER

BAPCO Annual Event

THE BRITISH APCO DINNER

Wednesday 5th March 2025 - Coventry Building Society Arena

Join us for what promises to be an evening filled with fun as the public safety sector come together for an evening of celebration.

Join us for what promises to be an evening filled with fun as the public safety sector come together for an evening of celebration.

The evening will commence with a drinks reception, followed by a stunning three-course meal, guest speaker, networking and entertainment. The Premier Lounge at Coventry Building Building Society Arena is the perfect setting to welcome over 350 leading lights from across the Critical Communications industry.

We're so pleased to announce Martine Wright MBE as our special guest speaker this year. Additionally, we are proud to support the Alzheimer's Society for the second year running.

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Ian Thompson Bursary & Special Guest Speaker:

Ian Thompson Bursary Award

Ian Thompson Bursary Award

2025 Winners to be announced!

The winners of the 2025 Ian Thompson Bursary will be announced at the BAPCO Annual Dinner. This prestigious award supports individuals in the early stages of their careers in public safety critical communications across the UK and Ireland. It provides funding for travel, accommodation, and related expenses to attend major international events, offering recipients a unique opportunity to develop professionally and contribute to the sector.

Winners are also supported with mentoring and encouraged to share their experiences through presentations and articles, continuing Ian Thompson's legacy of fostering new talent in public safety.

Find Out More About The Award Here

Guest Speaker 2025:

Guest Speaker 2025:

Martine Wright MBE

Martine Wright, a survivor of the 7/7 bombings, has rebuilt her life with remarkable resilience, embracing new opportunities and becoming a symbol of strength and inspiration. She captained the British Paralympic Sitting Volleyball team at the London 2012 Games and has worked with the BBC and Channel 4, covering major events like the Paralympics and Invictus Games.

In 2012, she was honoured with the Helen Rollason Award at the Sports Personality of the Year Awards and later received an MBE. Martine proudly wears her lucky number 7, a heartfelt tribute to those who lost their lives, turning a devastating event into a symbol of hope and strength.

Discover More About Martine Here

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Event Timings:

18:45 Drinks reception
19:15 Final call for dinner (please be seated)
19:20 Welcome speech: Tom Elliott
19:40 ParOARmedics
19:55 Dinner Served
21:15 Ian Thompson Bursary Awards
21:40 Guest Speaker: Martine Wright MBE
22:20 Closing speech (British APCO)
22:30 Music and Entertainme:nt
00:00 Carriages
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