The organisational structure

The Fire and Rescue Authority

The Fire Authority is responsible for ensuring that it delivers its services in accordance with the prevailing legislation, regulations and government guidance and that proper standards of stewardship, conduct, probity, and professional competence are set and adhered to by all those working for and with the Authority. 

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service 

The Service is led by the Chief Fire Officer with the support of the Service Executive Board (EB) who has overall responsibility for the organisation’s strategic direction, leadership and decision making and considers strategic issues, finance, and risk. 
The Service Leadership Team (SLT) provides day to day leadership and management for the Service. Overseeing a working environment which supports the effective achievement of goals and priorities. They maintain all necessary standards of compliance and good practice. SLT has delegated responsibility for developing and delivering against service plans, strategies, and budgets.