Chief Inspector's Update 2021-2024

43. In November 2023, to mark the 75th anniversary of the formation of HMFSI, a sponsored reception was held at the Scottish Parliament, allowing the work of the Inspectorate to be recognised and celebrated. Our ongoing scrutiny work enables Scottish Ministers and Members of Scottish Parliament to be kept fully informed of the work that SFRS undertakes to safeguard the communities of Scotland.

44. Among invited guests were those who currently play a significant role in the work of HMFSI, or who have done so previously. The attendance at the event of a number of former Chief Inspectors was particularly pleasing as it allowed their previous valuable work within the Inspectorate to be recognised. Other guests included the Minister for Victims and Community Safety; MSPs from across political parties; current serving members of HMFSI in Scotland; members of the Board of the SFRS; the Chief Officer of the SFRS, members of the SFRS Senior Leadership Team; and members of the Scottish Government’s Fire and Rescue Unit.