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Fire service named as best in the UK

The Journal

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March 07, 2026

COUNTY Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service has been named as the best fire service in the UK, winning multiple prestigious national awards.

The County Durham-based emergency service was recognised with two separate honours on what has been described as an “exceptional night”.

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