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Celebrate Chinese New Year safely
We want you to enjoy Chinese New Year, but please read our useful safety tips and remember to stay safe.

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Keep warm, keep safe

Do you know someone that could use some extra support to help reduce the risk of fire in their home?

"Sometimes one bit of help or advice can lead to a small change in behaviour and can make a life saving difference."

Click here to find out how some home fire safety advice could help a loved one.

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Equality duty policy 2012
Click here to read our new Equality duty policy.

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budgetHave your say on Avon Fire & Rescue Service's 2012 draft budget

At the December meeting of Avon Fire Authority members considered the draft Budget Strategy for 2012/13 and Medium Term Financial Plan for 2012/15. 

Below you will find a link to a summary of the significant issues outlined in the report, along with a copy of the full paper that was presented to Avon Fire Authority Members.

 


During the consultation period, Avon Fire Authority would welcome the comments and suggestions from members of the public in relation to the proposals. In order for your response to be fully considered and taken into account all feedback should be received by Friday 13 January 2012.

The Authority is scheduled to meet on Friday 10 February 2012 to finalise the budget and set its Council Tax and precepts for 2012/13.  Please send your responses to: theclerk@avonfire.gov.uk

Click here to view the summary of significant issues

Click here to view the full report - 2012/13 Budget Strategy and Medium Term Financial Plan for 2012/15

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IRMP cover Integrated Risk Management Plan out for consultation

Avon Fire & Rescue Service's Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) for 2012 - 2015 is now available for comment and feedback.

You can read the document by following the link below. All feedback should be sent to jane.williams-lock@avonfire.gov.uk

Read the Avon Fire & Rescue Service Integrated Risk Management Plan for 2012-2015

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Home Fire Safety Visits Home Fire Safety Visits save lives
AF&RS offers free Home Fire Safety Visits which provide you with advice on all aspects of fire safety in the home.

Kidszone Kidszone - play games and learn about fire safety at the same time! Parents and teachers may also find this area useful...

keyboardAvon Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS) is committed to a policy of openness and transparency. Find out more about the services we provide, how we operate and financial information here.

Find out more about Gambia and Avon Fire Services in Partnership

Gambia and Avon Fire Services in Partnership
(GAFSIP) sends equipment that AF&RS no longer uses to The Gambia and provides vital training to keep their fire and rescue service running.



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Candles
Do not leave candles unattended and make sure they are out before you go to bed. Always use the right kind of holders, placed on fireproof surfaces. Keep lit candles away from clothing and furnishings.

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