Paul: On-call firefighter, Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service
I had wanted to join the fire service since childhood but wasn’t able to when I was young because of the height restrictions (I’m 5’3”). When I heard the restrictions had been lifted I just went for it.
At 48 I wasn’t the youngest of recruits but I was definitely one of the keenest! Joining when you’re more mature means you bring a lot of experience with you. I could really focus on what I wanted to achieve.