The learning from Exercise Cerberus and how testing major incidents shows JESIP in action 

16 Sept 2026
People & Skills Stage Sponsored by YPO
People and Skills
When you think about a multi-agency exercise you probably think it lasts a day, maybe two. But in the North East last year, Exercise Cerberus lasted over six months, involved organisations from across the region and tested how to respond to a marauding terrorist attack in a major sports venue. The MTA scenario is being tested across the country in different ways but for this session, our panel will share how they approached it and ended up winning an award too.  
Speakers
Stewart Nicholson
Stewart Nicholson, Chief Fire Officer - Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
Donna Hay
Donna Hay, Deputy Strategic Head of EPRR - North East Ambulance Service
Andrea Fryer
Andrea Fryer, NLRF Manager - Northumbria Local Resilience Forum
Adam Whisson
Adam Whisson, Resilience Planning Officer - Northumbria Police