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Our HQ shows we're serious about inclusion

15/05/2017 11:11
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We’ve changed the face of our headquarters to highlight our diverse workforce.

The front  of Union Street, SE1 headquarters now proudly displays 50 members of staff from all over the organisation.

Front of Head office building of the LFB in Union Street

The design shows off the branding for our Safer Together strategy, an ambitious 10 year inclusion strategy that aims to make London Fire Brigade the most diverse and inclusive fire service in the country.

Paul Cameron, Watch Manager

Under the plan we will take an even more proactive approach to bullying and harassment and will seek to further increase the diversity of our workforce  from a range of backgrounds.

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London Fire Commissioner Dany Cotton said: "The eye-catching design on our HQ looks fantastic and it is great to have our diverse workforce featured who are playing such a key role in protecting Londoners.

"We serve one of the most diverse cities in the world and our staff need to reflect London’s communities, which in turn will help us break down barriers .

"The Brigade has come a long way but we still need to do more to persuade women and people from different backgrounds and cultures to consider the fire service as a viable career option.

"Our 10 year inclusion vision shows we are serious about making the Brigade the most diverse fire service in the country."

The unveiling of the new design coincides with the Brigade's latest recruitment campaign.