Cheshire residents are being invited to share their views on Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service's plans for the future.
The Service has launched a draft version of its Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) for 2014/15. This annual action plan sets out how Cheshire Fire Authority intends to address some of the challenges it will face in the coming year.
Cllr John Joyce, the Chair of the Fire Authority, said: "I would encourage residents to get involved with this consultation and share your views about the direction of the Service. We had a great response to last year's consultation and are hoping that this will repeated. The feedback you provide really helps us to shape the future of your fire and rescue service."
Feedback from last year's consultation will feature in the Service's Annual Report, which will be delivered to every home in Cheshire over the coming weeks.
This consultation will aim to get people's views on a range of issues such as:
• The Service's plans to potentially introduce a paid for Home Safety Assessment for low risk households.
• The potential development of a Safety Centre for young people.
• Making it a legal requirement for private landlords to fit long life smoke alarms in their properties.
• Make it a legal requirement for sprinkler systems to be fitted in all new domestic buildings in England.
• Plans to reduce the Service's attendance at false alarms.
Paul Hancock , Chief Fire Officer for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, explained: "We maintain a strong focus on both the safety of our communities and our firefighters. I would really like people to get involved with this consultation and share their thoughts about the direction we are planning to take as a Service."
If you would like to have your say you can do so by visiting www.cheshirefire.gov.uk where the full draft plan can also be viewed.
