Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service celebrates staff at awards

Seven awards were handed out at the gathering, acknowledging the extraordinary work undertaken daily to keep Cumbria secure.

The awards lauded both the frontline heroes and those working behind the scenes to keep the service functioning.

All award winners (Image: Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service)

Long Service Good Conduct Medals were given out, alongside three special commendations.

Chief fire officer, Rick Ogden, said: "This is the best day of the year; a fantastic opportunity to highlight the outstanding work and significant achievements within our special team.

“The challenges are never ending, but it’s important we take stock and appreciate the phenomenal people we have at Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service; they never cease to amaze me and it is a privilege to be Chief Fire Officer of this fine service.”

Among the accolades, Workington Fire Cadets received the Community Contribution Award for their charity work and achievement of second place in the National Fire Cadet Games.

Johnathan Hurst received the Outstanding Achievement Award for his support at on-call stations in the south of the county.

Alasdair Guthrie took home the Unsung Hero title for consistently upholding the service's values, while Egremont Fire Station's personnel were crowned Fundraisers of the Year for raising £2,290 for The Firefighters’ Charity through a Bucket Challenge.

The Inspirational Leader Award went to Karl Read, while The People and Talent team clinched the Team of the Year Award for their unwavering commitment to the service.

Operational Resourcing Coordinator Julie Coulthard was acknowledged for 35 years’ service, along with many others receiving Long Service Good Conduct Medals for 20 years of service.