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BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN!

Start 2027 by investing in YOU!

Our Women’s Development Programme is back, delivered in partnership with Women to Work!

Three interactive online workshops designed to build confidence, support personal and professional development, and connect women across the Fire and Rescue Service.

✨ Ready to make 2027 your year to grow?

Speak to your Service about securing your place!

Find out more: https://wfs.org.uk/events/womens-development-programme/

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WFS is pleased to support the 2027 Fire Resilience Excellence Awards (FREAs), with our Chair Jules King QFSM joining the judging panel.

Nominations are now open, with entries closing on 26th January 2027.
Find out more and submit a nomination: https://www.thefreas.com/enter/

⭐️Coming up next week: Inclusive PPE in the Fire and Rescue Service There’s still time to register for this free webinar exploring how PPE can better meet the needs of a diverse fire and rescue workforce. WFS Director Amy Beams will be joining speakers from BSI and NFCC to discuss PPE fit, safety and inclusion, procurement considerations and the practical steps being taken across the sector. 📅 Wednesday 7th October, 10:00–11:30am Whether you work within a Fire and Rescue Service, PPE manufacturing or supply, procurement, health and safety, or have an interest in creating more inclusive workplaces, this is a conversation worth joining. Re...

Ready to invest in you? 💜 Our next Women’s Development Programme starts in January 2027, and bookings open one week today! Designed specifically for women working across the UK Fire and Rescue Service, the programme brings together three interactive online workshops focused on your personal and professional development. Bookings open: 12pm, Thursday 8th October The programme will run across three online sessions: Dates: 21st January | 11th February | 10th March 2027 Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm Interested in joining us? Speak to your Service about securing your place. Start 2027 by making time for your development. 💜...

Proud to see our Chair, Jules King QFSM, representing WFS on the judging panel for the Excellence in Fire & Emergency Awards 2026 🏆
Good luck to everyone awaiting the shortlist!