Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service has appointed a new deputy chief fire officer.

Henry Griffin, who has served with the service for 20 years, will take up the position in the new year.

He is currently the area manager for people and resources and has led initiatives such as introducing electric vehicles to the fire service fleet and managing major incident responses, including the summer fires of 2022.

Mr Griffin said: "I am delighted to be appointed to this role.

"I am a native of Suffolk and proud to have served with Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service all my career.

"I began as a firefighter at Newmarket Fire Station and to now be made deputy chief fire officer is a real honour for me."

Jon Lacey, chief fire officer, said: "Henry was appointed following a rigorous interview process of an incredibly strong field of candidates, it is no exaggeration to say that competition for this role was intense.

"I am delighted for him personally and I look forward to working with him in his new role, in which I have no doubt he will excel."