News
April 2, 2026
TWFRS Launches New Partnership with Teakisi to Strengthen Inclusion and Community Connections
We are pleased to announce a new partnership between TWFRS and Teakisi, an organisation dedicated to empowering and amplifying the voices of minority communities across the North East. This collaboration marks an exciting step forward in our commitment to inclusive recruitment, improved representation, and meaningful community engagement. Why This Partnership Matters As part of our […]
April 2, 2026
TWFRS Announces New Principal Officer Leadership Team
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is proud to introduce the principal officer team leading the organisation: Chief Fire Officer Stewart Nicholson, Deputy Chief Fire Officer Lynsey McVay, and Assistant Chief Fire Officer David Preston. Together, they bring extensive fire and rescue experience and a shared commitment to delivering a safe, inclusive, and high‑performing […]
March 30, 2026
RPEEPS: TWFRS Ready for Major New Fire Safety Regulations
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) is raising awareness of a major change in fire safety regulations coming into force on 6 April 2026. Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) are designed to improve measures for people who may need support to leave their building in the event of a fire. The arrangements, […]
March 19, 2026
TWFRS Opens New Fire Cadets Branch in Gateshead
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) has officially launched a new Fire Cadets branch at Gateshead Community Fire Station, welcoming its first cohort of young people into the programme. The new branch forms part of a Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) 2024-2027 action to expand the number of Fire Cadet branches from four […]
March 5, 2026
TWFRS Celebrated at National Awards
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has been recognised nationally after winning two awards at the iESE Public Sector Transformation Awards in London last night. We picked up Gold for the Community and Customer Focus Award and Silver for the Efficiency and Effectiveness Award. Colleagues from Prevention and Education (P&E) and Fire Safety/ Protection […]
February 10, 2026
Wholetime Firefighter Recruitment Now Open
Have you ever imagined becoming a firefighter – stepping forward when others step back, protecting your community, and doing a job that truly matters? Or maybe you’re ready for a complete change of direction and a career with purpose.If so, this is your moment. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) has officially opened […]
December 16, 2025
12 Ways to Stay Safer this Christmas and New Year
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – but the mixture of busy celebrations and winter weather bring some additional risks during the festive season. Here are 12 sets of safety tips to help you stay safe this Christmas: Twinkly lights shining through windows are one of the first signs Christmas is rapidly approaching. […]
December 9, 2025
Spotlight on Safeguarding: Protecting Vulnerable Adults
Keeping vulnerable adults safe from harm was put in focus as professionals from across the North East met to share their experience and drive forward improvements in safeguarding. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) and the Gateshead Safeguarding Adults Board (GSAB) hosted a multi-agency learning event on Wednesday, 3 December 2025, at TWFRS Headquarters in Washington. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service […]
December 5, 2025
Don’t Drink and Drown this Christmas!
Festive cheer can quickly turn to tragedy after one too many drinks. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) joined forces with our partners at Newcastle City Council to support this year’s Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) “Don’t Drink and Drown” campaign (6-12 December).Sub-title or introductory text can go here, if required […]
November 6, 2025
TWFRS Receives 438 Emergency 999 calls during Bonfire Night 2025
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) is thanking people across the communities it serves during another busy Bonfire Night period for the Service. The period surrounding 5th November sees TWFRS experience additional demand on operational crews, Control Room colleagues and duty officers. The weeks running up to Bonfire Night are also a busy […]
