Gloucestershire’s Chief Fire Officer to leave role

Gloucestershire’s Chief Fire Officer Wayne Bowcock will step down from his role in the summer.

Mr Bowcock has been announced as the new Chief Executive and Chief Fire Officer of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service.

In a statement, Gloucestershire County Council said: “Wayne’s energy and drive over the past two years has seen significant improvements made across the service, including in its culture and values and approach to fire protection work. Wayne has also delivered on 90% of recommendations identified through audits carried out in 2018.”

Wayne Bowcock, Gloucestershire’s Chief Fire Officer, said: “I am extremely proud of our firefighters and staff, both in the service and across the wider council – it has been a privilege to have worked with so many talented, hard working people. Together we have achieved so much and put in place strong foundations for ongoing success in the years ahead.

“The decision to move on wasn’t an easy one as Gloucestershire’s fire and rescue service and the county council are great organisations to work for. I wish everyone well for the future.”

Wayne doesn’t leave until the summer but arrangements are now being made to recruit his successor.