HMICFRS assess and report on the efficiency, effectiveness, and people of the 44 fire and rescue services in England.

In July 2017, HMICFRS extended its remit to include inspections of England’s fire and rescue service.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service have received two inspections so far and received two inspection reports, 2018/19 and 2021/22. Our reports can be found on the HMICFRS website.

HMICFRS also examine and report on critical national issues and themes, including the values and culture in fire and rescue services report, published in 2023.