Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 92779
Fire and Rescue Services: Innovation
Tabled: 19 November 2025
Answered: 10 December 2025
Question
Siân Berry
Green Party — Brighton Pavilion
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will support the establishment of structured, research-led innovation through an Areas of Research interest approach for fire and rescue services, similar to that adopted by police services in England.
Answer
Samantha DixonThe Government recognises the importance of working collaboratively with sector partners.
The implementation of an Areas of Research Interest (ARI) approach to support research and innovation will be considered as part of the due process associated with any future establishment of a college. This ensures that decisions are informed by evidence-based priorities and aligned with fire sector needs.