London Fire Brigade bids farewell to Deputy Commissioner Dom Ellis, who has retired after an illustrious career spanning over three and a half decades. Ellis leaves behind a legacy of unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions to the capital’s fire service.
Having joined the Brigade in February 1989 at the age of 20, Ellis embarked on his firefighting journey equipped with a sense of familial legacy and a desire to serve. Over the years, he has been at the forefront of numerous significant incidents, including the ‘Stop the City’ protests, the Grenfell Tower fire, London terrorist attacks, and the 2022 wildfires.