Kent Fire and Rescue

To mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December, the first National Network for Disability and Neurodiversity for Fire and Rescue Services will be launched at an online event hosted by equality leads who want to boost equity and reduce barriers for disabled people working in services across the country.

One-hundred-and ten-year-old, Hilda, explains how home visits from Kent Fire and Rescue Service have helped her stay safe and independent.

Work to build a real fire training facility at Ashford fire station has begun and is set to be completed in December 2025. The site, that’s been designed with sustainability at the centre, will provide Kent fire crews with an advanced and realistic high-rise environment to enhance their firefighting skills within complex buildings.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service has introduced new water rescue vehicles to its fleet of emergency vehicles in order to enhance its response when someone is struggling in water or mud, providing quicker and more effective rescue response.

To mark the 40th annual Volunteers’ Week, Kent Fire and Rescue Service has unveiled a new welfare vehicle for its dedicated volunteer response team.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service will now provide extra support for its staff during significant life events.

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has published its Culture Action Plan as part of its response to recent reports about bullying and harassment in fire and rescue services.