Section 1: Part 2 - Transformation

Implementation of a new mobilisation system

We are collaborating through the NFSP (Network Fire Service Partnership) with Dorset and Wiltshire, Hampshire & Isle of Wight, and Kent Fire and Rescue Services to procure and implement a mobilisation system. Our contribution is around £1.4m. This will bolster collaboration, business continuity and facilitate effective cross border and control room mobilisation.

Additionally, the partnership is introducing in summer 2024, software and hardware to enhance the way the participating fire services operate, such as a Dynamic Coverage Tool which will provide real time data on risk and resources.(Non-cash efficiency).

Environmental investments

We continue to invest in 2024/2025 towards our transition to a more sustainable, environmentally friendly Service. This will include the roll-out of electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, solar panels and energy efficiency improvement works enabled by funding of around £0.400m, of which, £0.325m was externally secured via grant funding (Non-cash efficiency).

Site optimisation / rationalisation of estates

In an effort to better utilise our estate, non-operational office space which is surplus to requirement has been identified and will be disposed of in the forthcoming years. We anticipate proceeds of around £2m which will be recycled into our capital programme. We are working with public sector partners in Plymouth to consider options to optimises the public estate. (Cash efficiency).