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Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is calling on all building owners and managers to take action ahead of a major change in fire safety law. From 6 April 2026, the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 will come into effect, introducing new legal duties for Responsible Persons (RPs) of certain high-rises. This specifically applies to: The … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and Buckinghamshire & Surrey Trading Standards are urging venues, event organisers and licensed premises not to use pyrotechnics or fireworks indoors due to the significant fire and lifesafety risks. The warning follows a series of tragic incidents in entertainment venues worldwide, including a recent New Year’s Eve bar fire in Switzerland, and comes amid an … Continue reading
Mount Green Housing Association has been ordered to pay £120,636 following fire safety failings that led to the death of a vulnerable resident in a fire at Greylees, Godalming, in January 2022. The sentencing took place yesterday (Wednesday 4 February) at Staines Magistrates’ Court, after the organisation entered a guilty plea to charges brought by Surrey Fire and … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service proudly welcomed eight new on-call firefighters at a pass out parade on Sunday 2 February 2026. The new firefighters will now join crews at the following fire stations across the county: Godalming, Guildford, Chobham, Oxted and Lingfield, strengthening county-wide emergency response and bringing valuable new skills into their communities. Chief Fire Officer Dan Quin welcomed the new firefighters, saying: “I am incredibly honoured to welcome … Continue reading
Everyone has a person. You’re their person. Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has launched their “You’re their person” campaign, urging loved ones, carers and utility workers to look out for vulnerable people this winter by referring them for a free Safe and Well Visit. The campaign stems from learnings from previous, devastating fatal fires whereby … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is now recruiting Wholetime Firefighters – offering a career like no other. Recruitment opened on Monday 27 October, and will close on Sunday 9 November. As a firefighter, you’ll be at the heart of protecting lives, supporting communities, and preventing and responding to 999 calls across Surrey. From house fires … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service recognised 59 employees and individuals at its annual Awards and Commendations Ceremony. The Service honoured the exceptional service, courage, and commitment, held at Dorking Halls yesterday (Tuesday 21 October). The event recognises individuals who have reached significant milestones in their careers – celebrating from 5 years to 45 years of … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are hosting an open day to recruit the next generation of Firefighters (Control). As a Firefighter (Control), you’ll be the first point of contact for emergency calls – playing a critical role in mobilising fire engines and crews, supporting incident management, and working closely with other emergency services. In … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) proudly welcome the newest cohort of firefighters and Joint Fire Control operators during a pass out parade on Sunday (12 October). The parade celebrated four wholetime firefighters from Surrey and four Control Room Operators joining their Joint Fire Control room, who have officially completed their training. Speaking of the … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is proud to back a new national website dedicated to uniting efforts to cut the high number of crashes involving young drivers in Britain. The website – http://www.protectyoungdrivers.com – brings together essential information on protecting young and novice drivers, highlighting the risks they face and solutions to reduce collisions. The new … Continue reading
In June alone, firefighters responded to around 120 outdoor fires across Surrey – nearly a 200% increase compared to the same time last year. One of these incidents was a wildfire at Valley Wood Place, near Chobham Common, which affected one hectare of land – roughly the size of two football pitches. Surrey Fire and … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is proud to announce the addition of six new firefighters to its dedicated team. These brave individuals have completed their rigorous 15-week training and are now ready to serve and protect their communities. The new recruits will be based at Reigate, Camberley, Salfords and Leatherhead – although, as with … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is seeking the support of property owners and developers to provide access to empty domestic or commercial properties for essential firefighter training. As part of the service’s ongoing commitment to ensuring our crews are fully prepared to respond to emergencies, SFRS are looking for unused buildings where we can … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, in partnership with NHS Surrey Heartlands, is offering free Home Safety Checks to help reduce the risk of falls, fire hazards and cold homes among older or more vulnerable people. The checks are being delivered by Ellie Hayes, a trained Home Safety Check Advisor from the SFRS, who works closely … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) held a Regional Rescue Event on Saturday 14 June, bringing together firefighting rescue professionals from across the UKRO. The services that took part are: East Sussex, Kent, Hampshire & Isle of Wight, Buckinghamshire, London, Essex, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Hereford & Worcester. Dan Quin, … Continue reading
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