Issue - meetings

Report by John Sweeney - Station Commander, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

A report highlighting the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service’s (SFRS) Q1 2021/22 review of local performance within Oban, Lorn and the Isles was considered by the Group.

Further to the submitted update the Group noted that SFRS were continuing to facilitate fundraising events for charities such as the Anthony Nolan Trust which included engaging with high schools to encourage pupils to become involved with the project. The Group noted this was aimed at many youth groups, not just those in an educational setting.

Discussion focused on a public consultation on Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals (UFAS) which is open until 11 October 2021 and could be accessed via the SFRS website -    https://www.firescotland.gov.uk/consultations/ufas-consultation.aspx; and that the increase in grass fires was due to long spells of dry weather.

 Mr Sweeney advised that legislation on compulsory linked fire alarms will come into force from February 2022, and that these can be installed for free by the SFRS to those household who are at risk and fit the criteria to qualify for home safety fire visits.

Decision

The Oban, Lorn and the Isles Area Community Planning Group reviewed and noted the contents of the report.

(Reference: Report by Station Commander, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service dated 25 August 2021, submitted)