Chief Officer Stuart Stevens responds to the draft Scottish Budget for 2026-27

Responding to the draft Scottish Budget 2026-27, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service's Chief Officer Stuart Stevens said: "While we welcome additional investment for our Service, our capital backlog and increasing running costs remain a significant challenge for our organisation.

"We will now take time to fully analyse and consider the details and begin planning for the next financial year.

"However, we will continue to deliver a reliable, effective service as we work to keep the people of Scotland safe."

£436 million has been allocated to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for 2026-27.