Championing the work of fire communicators, both inside and outside the sector
Leading on the communication and engagement fire standards
Providing regular events and opportunities for learning and professional development
Helping colleagues work through challenges and deliver world-class communications
Sharing best practice from across the UK fire service and beyond
Forming productive partnerships with other sectors, agencies and networks
FirePRO is the network dedicated to supporting the work of communication staff working within the UK fire and rescue service.
FirePRO’s role is to promote the role of the communication profession within the fire service, supporting collaboration, encouraging the sharing of best practice and promoting the evaluation of our work.
FirePRO is led by a national committee, supported by regional networks. It organises an annual conference and other training events throughout the year, as well as providing other guidance and leadership for the sector.
There is no membership fee or entry criteria. Anyone who works in communications in the UK fire and rescue service automatically qualifies as a member.
Jack Grasby
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
jack.grasby@notts-fire.gov.uk
Richard Edney
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
richardedney@lancsfirerescue.org.uk
Greg Mattock-Evans
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
gmattocks-evans@syfire.gov.uk
Emily Cheeseman
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
emily.cheeseman@dwfire.org.uk
Rachel Palmer
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
RPalmer@derbys-fire.gov.uk
Jade Parker
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service
Email -
jade.parker@essex-fire.gov.uk
FirePRO hold regular events on topics of relevance for our members. The events are open to all FirePRO members.
The only national conference designed purely for fire service communicators
A packed agenda featuring relevant case studies, best practice guidance and general inspiration
Network with other fire service communicators and develop working relationships
14th - 15th October 2025
Eastside Rooms, Birmingham
Tickets will be released soon
