Fire service lets potential recruits ‘have a go’

Elysia O’Neil said she had come to the event at Carlisle East Fire Station on Saturday to “get a feel for it” before applying.

“Because it is such a long process and it is a big commitment,” she said.

“It’s gone well so hopefully I’ll be successful in my application.”

Damien Earl said the taster day was “absolutely fantastic”.

“I was already keen beforehand but this has reaffirmed it,” he said.