Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 102878

Fires

Tabled: 5 January 2026
Answered: 9 January 2026

Question

Mr Richard Holden

Conservative — Basildon and Billericay

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he plans to take with Cabinet colleagues to help tackle wildfires in 2026.

Answer

Samantha Dixon
The Government recognises that the impact of climate change is likely to increase and intensify fire incidents in England and Wales – with potential to impact fire and rescue service’s (FRS) resources, capacity, and strategical response. As the lead gover...
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