First Teams Welcomed to New Fire Service Headquarters!

Staff at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) have begun the exciting transition to the newly redeveloped Fire Service Headquarters (FSHQ), marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s journey to a state-of-the-art facility.

ICT and Property teams are the first to move into the new site, with their arrival kicking off a series of events planned over the next five months to orient staff and prepare for further transitions.

The orientation event provided staff with a tour of the new facilities, an introduction to their workspaces, and guidance on using meeting rooms and communal areas. The session also included an opportunity for staff to share their feedback, shaping how the building works as additional teams settle in over the coming months.

"This is the first of many events that will help us adapt to this fantastic new space," said Station Manager Anthony Devine, Strategic Projects, Strategic Development.

"A lot of hard work behind the scenes has brought us to this day, but the build-up to the first teams transitioning has been exciting. Seeing the response today has made all the effort worthwhile. This is just the start of a transition plan which will take us to May 2025."

Staff were welcomed into the new briefing room/lecture theatre, before touring the new site and enjoying lunch together. With its cutting-edge design and features, the FSHQ aims to provide a collaborative, efficient, and inspiring environment for all staff.

Feedback collected during these sessions will be instrumental in refining the building’s operations, ensuring it meets the needs of teams as they move in throughout the coming months.

The new headquarters represents an important step forward for WYFRS, as we continue to innovate and support staff in delivering exceptional service to the community.

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