About us

Our leadership team

Based in Penrith, our Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) are responsible for running Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service.

Paul Hancock

Chief Fire Officer

Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Assistant Chief Fire Officer (Temporary)

Head of Preparedness (Temporary)

Area Manager

Head of Response

Head of Prevention and Protection

Head of Safety and Assurance (Temporary)

Programme Lead (Temporary)

Chief Finance Officer (Section 151)

Head of Estates