Part 2

Functions of fire and rescue authorities

Core functions

Fire safety
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1
A fire and rescue authority must make provision for the purpose of promoting fire safety in its area.
2
In making provision under subsection (1) a fire and rescue authority must in particular, to the extent that it considers it reasonable to do so, make arrangements for—
a
the provision of information, publicity and encouragement in respect of the steps to be taken to prevent fires and death or injury by fire;
b
the giving of advice, on request, about—
i
how to prevent fires and restrict their spread in buildings and other property;
ii
the means of escape from buildings and other property in case of fire.
S. 6 in force at 7.9.2004 for specified purposes except in relation to W. and 1.10.2004 otherwise except in relation to W. by S.I. 2004/2304, art. 2 (with art. 3)
S. 6 in force at 10.11.2004 for W. by S.I. 2004/2917, art. 2