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We are now looking for new Wholetime Firefighters. Could you be one of them?

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We are Recruiting Fire Cadets!

We are now recruiting Fire Cadets for 2025/26.

Service Responds to Dozens of Incidents in Berkshire During Heatwave

Working alongside blue light partners and neighbouring fire and rescue services, crews responded to dozens of outdoor fires over the weekend.

Annual Report Recognises Service’s Progress in 2024/25

As well as summarising the Service’s performance in 2024/25, the Annual Report highlights a number of achievements and challenges in delivering services for the people of Berkshire.

Fire Cadets Celebrate Outstanding Achievements at Graduation Ceremony

Fire Cadets from across Berkshire have been recognised for their hard work and dedication at a special Graduation Ceremony.

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Apply Now to Become an On-call Firefighter

We are now accepting applications for the November 2025 cohort of On-call firefighters.

In May, we responded to emergency incidents within 10 minutes on 71.5%

of occasions.

Target 75%

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Our Commitments

We are dedicated to achieving our six Strategic Commitments for the people we serve in Berkshire.

Fire Authority Meetings

Details of meetings of Royal Berkshire Fire Authority. Links to the agenda and reports can also be found here.

Consultation and Engagement Hub

We aim to consult and seek feedback on our services to ensure that we understand our communities’ needs and expectations so we can develop our services.

Transparency

We are committed to providing greater openness and financial transparency.

Our Performance

Every year, we set targets for our performance to ensure we are delivering what we have promised in our strategic commitments.

Celebrating Safely

Advice on how to minimise the dangers of fire when organising or attending an event.