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Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service 'have a go' day for women

Prospective female firefighters have been put through their paces during a "have a go" day.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue hosted the event in a bid to increase diversity and inclusivity within the service.

Women from across the county, considering becoming firefighters, faced challenges including a circuit of weights and cardio wearing full kit.

Report by Emily Ford & Hannah Walsh

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8 June 2022

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service

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