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Consultation outcome: Reforming our fire and rescue service

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December 12
12:23 2023

Response to the fire reform white paper (accessible version)

Response to the fire reform white paper

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Response to the fire reform white paper (print version)

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Detail of outcome

This document is the post-consultation report for the consultation paper. It includes:

  • a summary of the consultation responses
  • a detailed response to the specific questions raised in the report
  • next steps following this consultation.

Original consultation

Summary

We are seeking views on proposals to introduce system-wide reform that will strengthen fire and rescue services in England.

This consultation ran from
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Consultation description

The government wants to ensure that our fire and rescue services are given the tools and support to tackle the ever-changing challenges that our communities face.

People

Where proposals seek to clarify the role of the firefighter and to build a culture that welcomes every member of our community.

Professionalism

Where we look to provide greater development and leadership opportunities to all fire service staff, no matter how experienced they are.

Governance

Where we explore the potential in providing operational independence to chief fire officers.

We believe that improvements in these 3 key areas will ensure that our fire and rescue services are fully supported in their role, protecting and serving our communities.

This consultation seeks to continue the governments work in delivering fire reform in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

Below is a full package of documents to su

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