The latest candidate for the post has withdrawn just days after the appointment was announced.
West Midlands Fire Service are still looking for a new permanent leader after the death of chief officer, Wayne Brown
Controversy, problematic LinkedIn posts and numerous U-turns have plagued the service throughout 2024. into claims he made on social media relating to a business administration qualification - a requirement for the role.Greg Brackenridge, chair of West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority, said his death was not being treated by police as suspicious.in February and is set to continue in March 2025.
A month later, he again took to the social media site, outlining his intention to issue a vote of no confidence in WMFS. However, three days later, Mr Lee attempted to withdraw his resignation after Mr Brackenridge also left the authority,The chairman had previously come under fire from a number of directions, including from opposition councillors, after claims about his qualifications were made on social media.
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