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FRS Online
Friday 04 July 2008

Performance

Measuring and improving Fire and Rescue Service performance

National Framework

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Have your say on the future of the FRS

Communities and Local Government have launched three consultations which will shape the future of the fire and rescue service. Your comments and views are invited.

Bain Report

Bain Report

The Bain Report: a summary

In December 2002, the Independent Review of the Fire Service was published with the aim of making recommendations on the future organisation and management of the FRS.

Best Value Performance Indicators

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Best Value Performance Indicators for 2004-05

Best Value Performance Indicators For 2004-05

Comprehensive Performance Assessments

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Audit Commission publishes its report on learning from CPA

An independent report published by the Audit Commission in January 2006 says that fire and rescue authorities (FRAs) are working towards modernisation but that the pace of change varies substantially between authorities.

Incident Recording System (IRS)

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Incident Recording System update - April 2008

A seminar on the new Incident Recording System (IRS) brought representatives of 45 FRSs and software suppliers together in Warwick on 26 March, to share information on the practical and technical aspects of the change.

Integrated Risk Management Plans (IRMPs)

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Introduction to Integrated Risk Management Plans (IRMPs)

Integrated Risk Management Plans (IRMPs), produced by each FRA, aim to tackle existing and potential risks to communities.

National Procurement Strategy

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Firebuy shows early promise

Firebuy Ltd, the national fire procurement body, was launched on 30 March 2006.

Select Committee Report on the Fire and Rescue Service

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DCLG Select Committee Report

Link to the DCLG Select Committee report 2006