In 2023, the HMICFRS produced a report which focused on the values and culture of all 44 fire and rescue services (FRSs) in England and evidence was collected through all inspections of FRSs since 2018.
The HMICFRS define values as ‘principles or standards of behaviour, and culture as ideas, customs and behaviours. We define ‘poor’, ‘unacceptable’ and ‘inappropriate’ cultures and behaviours as those which have or have the potential to negatively affect others. These behaviours include bullying, harassment and discrimination.’
The HMICFRS researched and analysed evidence on the following themes:
- values and culture, including bullying, harassment and discrimination
- training and skills
- fairness and diversity
- leadership.
The report sets out the findings and examines what is working well, what needs to change and the barriers to making improvements.
Read the Report
Values and Culture in Fire and Rescue Services (HTML)
