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National Role For Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Deputy Chief Fire Officer

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Shantha Dickinson, is set to take on a national role to improve the way fire services keep people safe.

DCFO Dickinson will be joining His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) on secondment as an Assistant HMI (His Majesty’s Inspector).

She will be providing additional support across fire and rescue service inspections, and the wider work of the inspectorate.

DCFO Dickinson said:

“Improving public safety and the safety of our firefighters has always been at the heart of my career with the fire service.

"I am pleased to be joining HMICFRS on secondment as an Assistant HMI.

"It is a great opportunity to work with fire and rescue services across the country, to build relationships, share best practice and make further improvements to safety.”

Deputy Chief Fire Officer is a key role for the Service.

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire Authority has decided to appoint current Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Stew Adamson, into the role to cover the period of the secondment.

Chief Fire Officer, Neil Odin said:

“I am delighted that Shantha has been asked to take on this role by HMICFRS.

"Her expertise and experience will be invaluable in developing their knowledge of the sector, which in turn will benefit us as a fire service and the people we serve."

More information about Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service is available online.

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