Meeting Details

This report, attached marked 6a, asks the Fire Authority to agree both the composition of its Committees and the allocations of seats on its Committees to political groups. 

Members are asked to agree the non-exempt minutes, attached marked 7a, of the Fire Authority meeting, held on 11 February 2025, and that they be signed by the Chair as a correct record. 

Members are asked to receive the minutes, attached marked 7e, of the Standards, Audit and Performance Committee meeting, held on 10 April 2025 and agree the recommendations at items 6 and 9. These items are attached marked 7e(1) and 7e(2) respectively. 

This report, attached marked 13,  is presented following approval of funds by the Fire Authority in February 2025, to conduct a review of the Service structure and allocate necessary funds to implement an effective operating model to support delivery of services into the future. The Service Management Team (SMT) have undertaken the review, and the findings and actions are contained within this report. The purpose of presenting this information to the Fire Authority is to ensure Members are sighted and aware of spend within the Service and furnished with information to provide effective oversight and scrutiny.

This report, attached marked 14, provides an update on Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service’s (SFRS) response to the 2024 His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) inspection, addressing a Cause of Concern (CoC) and 30 Areas for Improvement (AFIs).  It outlines progress in governance, risk management, performance, digital strategy, and financial oversight. 

Members are asked to agree the exempt minutes of the Fire Authority meeting, held on 11 February 2025, and that they be signed by the Chair as a correct record. 

This report asks the Fire Authority to ratify the decision of its Brigade Managers’ Employment Panel on the appointment of a new Deputy Chief Fire Officer.  

Chair’s Announcements 

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