Malvern's second fire engine retained after resources review

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 09:32 · Archive

Hereford and Worcester Fire Authority has decided to retain a second fire engine at Malvern fire station following completion of a resources review. The decision comes after availability of the appliance improved significantly during the review period through recruitment and training of existing firefighters to fill key roles.

The second engine now provides improved response in the Malvern area and increases standby cover in neighbouring areas. Almost half of the incidents attended by the appliance are outside the Malvern area. During the review period, the second fire engine responded to 256 incidents.

Removal of the engine was first proposed in 2024 as part of a resources review aiming to strengthen operational resilience and improve availability of primary fire appliances. The second engine at Malvern had been under threat due to poor availability and usage, with a number of on-call fire engines removed from service as part of the process.

County councillor for Malvern Link and fire authority member Chris McSweeny said the retention provides residents with assurance that the fire service can keep them safe and recognises the strategic importance of Malvern Fire Station and the specialist skills of firefighters there.

How it is being reported

• Town's second fire engine saved after responding to 256 incidentsCOUNCILLORS say the retention of a second fire engine for Malvern will help keep residents safe.Worcester News · 27 Oct, 09:12
• Town's second fire engine saved after responding to 256 incidentsCOUNCILLORS say the retention of a second fire engine for Malvern will help keep residents safe.Malvern Gazette · 27 Oct, 09:12

In this story: Malvern · Hereford and Worcester Fire Authority · Chris McSweeny

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