The winners for the Spirit of Fire Awards 2014 have been announced at a star-studded ceremony hosted by The Fire Fighters Charity and presented by BBC newsreader Nicholas Owen.

Hosted by The Fire Fighters Charity, the Spirit of Fire Awards are supported by headline sponsor Infographics UK Ltd., the developer of FireWatch and FloSuite software for the fire and rescue service. The awards honour members of the fire community and members of the public by recognising acts of bravery and dedication to The Fire Fighters Charity.

After meeting VIPs including The Right Honourable Eric Pickles MP, Secretary of State for communities and local government, at a special Downing Street reception, nominees made their way to the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel, where they received their awards during a prestigious ceremony presented by newsreader Nicholas Owen.

Commenting on the achievements recognised at The Spirit of Fire 2014, Eric Pickles MP said: “The Spirit of Fire awards proudly showcase the very best of our fire and rescue service, as well as showing our admiration for those who have battled in the face of adversity, or demonstrated dedication to The Fire Fighters Charity. It was a true honour to meet and recognise the Charity’s supporters and beneficiaries at the Spirit of Fire Downing Street reception today.”

A stellar line-up of presenters at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, included Larry Lamb, John Partridge, Jacqui Hames, John Conteh, Bhasker Patel, Rudolph Walker, Lorraine Chase, Fiona Wade, Liam Fox, Nicole Barber-Lane, Daniel Roche and Niamh McGrady.