Derbyshire fireplace chief dies after ‘sudden and brief’ sickness

He started his profession in Derbyshire as a firefighter at Buxton Fire Station and rose by way of the ranks to develop into deputy chief fireplace officer in 2021.

He then took excessive position within the service in February this yr, when he additionally grew to become its chief government.

Mr Taylor took over the place from former chief fireplace officer Gavin Tomlinson, who had stepped again from the position attributable to a well being situation.

Last month the hearth service confirmed Mr Tomlinson had died.

The service stated it was providing help to all of its staff and Mr Taylor’s household.

An on-line guide of condolence will likely be arrange for Mr Taylor, whose age has not been made public by the hearth service, with particulars attributable to be introduced.

Neighbouring Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service stated it was “deeply saddened” by Mr Taylor’s dying.

A spokesperson added: “Rob was a respected leader, colleague, and friend to many, and his loss will be felt deeply across the fire and rescue community.

“Our heartfelt ideas and condolences are with everybody at Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service at this extraordinarily unhappy time.”

As an interim measure, Derbyshire’s Fire and Rescue Authority has appointed deputy chief fireplace officer Mick Sharman as appearing chief fireplace officer, with space supervisor Clive Stanbrook persevering with as appearing deputy chief fireplace officer.