Recruitment

A new study commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council looks at the viability of the on-call firefighting system and finds that recruitment and retention remain a problem but with a focus on national leadership, cultural and employment issues, the model can be re-shaped for modern community protection.

The Metropolitan Police has published a review into historic vetting and recruitment practices, acknowledging that weaknesses in its processes allowed…

Applications to join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service rose by 32% this year, with a notable increase in the number of women progressing through the recruitment process.

Alison Dewhirst argues that while the government’s major recruitment drives aim to boost neighbourhood policing, they risk undermining long-term financial sustainability unless forces prioritise retention, workforce planning and meaningful support to reduce the high attrition rates among new officers.

The Chief Constable of Police Scotland has said the service is reviewing its recruitment plans as part of savings to cover potential additional National Insurance costs in 2025-26.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is now advertising for a new Chief Fire Officer to lead the service as its current chief retires after 30 years service.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) has been commended for its inclusive and accessible recruitment process as it confirmed that it has maintained its status as a Level Three ‘Leader’ in the Disability Confident scheme.

The first milestone has been reached by those participating in the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) Direct Entry scheme that will bring new leaders into fire and rescue services (FRS).

Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service has welcomed its latest cohorts of new On-Call Firefighters who will serve their communities.

The National Fire Chiefs Council has confirmed that its direct entry scheme is to go ahead starting with applications for…