NEW CHIEF FIRE OFFICER APPOINTED IN LOTHIAN & BORDERS

He was the successful candidate after interviews were held by the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Board. Campbell is currently Chief Fire Officer with Fife Fire and Rescue Service.

He began his career as a firefighter with Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service in 1975 and served as a Crew Commander, Watch Commander and Station Commander. He also served in the Emergency Planning, Operations and Training departments before joining Tayside Fire & Rescue Service in 2004 as Assistant Chief Fire Officer.

He became Deputy Chief Fire Officer in 2006 and took up his current role in 2008.

Councillor Mike Bridgman, Chair of the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Board, said: “We interviewed a number of highly qualified candidates and I’m delighted to welcome Jimmy Campbell to the post of Chief Fire Officer.

“He has an excellent track record and brings with him a wealth of experience. I am sure he will continue to deliver the first class service that the public of the Lothians and Borders have received over the years.”

Jimmy Campbell said: “It is an honour to be offered the position of Chief Fire Officer for Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service where I first started as a firefighter.

“I can’t wait to get started and hope to build on the excellent work that Lothian and Borders is renowned for and lead the service through the challenges that lie ahead.”