Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue's recognition awards celebrate some of the unsung heroes of the service and those who have gone above and beyond to help their communities and their colleagues.
The awards were presented on Tuesday 29 September at a ceremony hosted by BBC Radio Lincolnshire's Melvyn Prior.
Cllr Lindsey Cawrey, executive councillor for emergency services at the county council, said:"Once again these awards show just how dedicated our teams are within Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue – going over and above what is already a challenging day job in many cases. The recipients should all be incredibly proud of what they have achieved – be that behind the scenes as essential support functions, or with their innovative and inspiring work to make things better for others."
Mark Baxter, Chief Fire Officer for Lincolnshire, said: "Our people are our greatest asset – and that includes everyone who works within the fire service family, who all deserve our thanks for the part they play in keeping Lincolnshire safe. This year's awards celebrate some really stand-out achievements, especially during such challenging times for everyone. This continues to show how our staff are committed to supporting our communities in whichever way they can.”
Area Manager Dan Moss presenting Most Effective Community Safety Initiative Award to Louth's wholetime crew.
Award winners included:
- Louth's wholetime fire crew - Most effective community safety initiative award
Effective video content to local communities, especially during the Covid pandemic. - Annie Best - Partnership working award
Work with housing and community organisations to improve safety in houses of multiple occupation particularly. - Simon Coxell (Skegness fire station) – Fundraising award
Fundraising efforts over 32 years, including his 500 burpee a day challenge in May 2021. - Business support team – team working award
Extended professional support to Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue and the emergency planning team during Covid pandemic. - Jason Lawley - Outstanding Contribution to the Service
Setting up Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue's Peer Support Network where colleagues support others who are struggling, throughout the service - Martin Bell (Leverton fire station) - Councillor’s Award
Martin's enthusiasm and dedication has helped the station recruit 7 more firefighters at Leverton in the last 12 months with another 3 now training. - Katherine Mawer (Vacccination Manager for UKISAR) - Councillor’s Award
Caythorpe-based Katherine has carried out this role for 15 years, ensuring our International Search and Rescue team have the necessary medical requirements for responses all over the world, often at short notice. - Lincoln South fire station - Most improved station
- Metheringham fire station – Beacon station