News
Suffolk Fire Service creates 17 new specialist roles
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service will advertise 17 new non-operational positions over the coming months as part of a £1.6 million investment to strengthen the workforce.
News
Fire pods and gang awareness workshops grip Ipswich pupils
This year's Crucial Crew featured interactive scenarios on everything from online safety to criminal exploitation, with the smoke-filled Fire Pod proving most popular.
News
'Trust in your ability to lead': Retiring female firefighter's message to women
Sally Hammond, the county's first female whole-time firefighter, is retiring after 30 years of service, telling aspiring female firefighters: "Take the opportunities when they come."
News
'Dirt 640' hangs up his helmet after 46 years of firefighting
Long-serving firefighter Simon Dearing, known by colleagues as 'Dirt 640', has retired after more than 46 years of service but will continue to serve Suffolk as an on-call firefighter.
News
Latest inspection highlights serious leadership issues at Suffolk Fire Service
A damning government inspection has exposed serious concerns about Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service's leadership and workplace culture, prompting a £1.6 million improvement plan.
News
New £12.8m ambulance hub takes shape in Ipswich
A steel signing ceremony has marked a key milestone in the construction of a new £12.8m ambulance hub in Ipswich, which will help keep more emergency vehicles on the road.
News
E-bike charging among new Christmas fire risks, warns Suffolk Fire Service
As more households own e-bikes and e-scooters, fire officials are highlighting the specific risks of battery charging alongside traditional Christmas hazards.
News
Elderly woman critical after Ipswich flat fire rescue
An elderly woman is in critical condition after being rescued from a ground floor flat fire in Ipswich during the early hours of Friday morning.
News
Electrical fault caused Otley school fire, investigation finds
An investigation has determined that an electrical fault sparked Monday's fire at Otley Primary School, which required eight fire crews to tackle the blaze.
News
Otley Primary School remains shut as investigation launched
Fire investigators are set to determine the cause of Monday's blaze at Otley Primary School, which saw eight fire crews respond to the scene.
News
Major emergency response as fire spreads through Otley school building
A significant fire and rescue operation is underway at Otley Primary School, where flames have spread from toilets to the roof of the building.
News
Suffolk Fire Service names new deputy chief
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service has appointed Henry Griffin, a 20-year veteran of the service, as its new Deputy Chief Fire Officer following a competitive selection process.