Fire and Rescue Service People Culture and Leadership Programme review
The council reviewed how the fire service is improving its culture, hiring, and staff wellbeing.
Community Wellbeing Overview and Scrutiny Committee·2026-09-10·Resolved
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Description
The Committee considered the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service People, Culture and Leadership Programme and its progress on cultural change, recruitment, and staff wellbeing.
From the minutes
It was moved by Councillor Jenkin, seconded by Councillor Clemens and RESOLVED that: 1. That the Community Wellbeing Overview and Scrutiny Committee fulfils its statutory role as the Fire and Rescue Authority's responsible scrutiny function by giving due regard to Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service People Culture and Leadership programme review and provides comment. 2. The Committee recognises and commends the culture of openness and teamwork that has been developed.
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