Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 87718

Fire and Rescue Services: Safety

Tabled: 4 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025

Question

Bob Blackman

ConservativeHarrow East

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will meet with the Fire Brigades Union to discuss the safety of firefighters when tackling wildfires.

Answer

Samantha Dixon
The health and safety of firefighters is of the utmost importance. The government recognises the risks that firefighters face and is grateful to them for their bravery. Fire and rescue authorities, as employers, must take action to protect firefighter phy...

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