According to the Local Government Association (LGA) since the transfer of public health duties to local government in April 2013, the fire and rescue service has been working with councils to help combat a range of health and well-being issues.
Details of the work being carried out by firefighters across the country are outlined in a new report by the LGA entitled, ‘Beyond Fighting Fires – The role of the fire and rescue service in improving the public’s health’.
The LGA represents all 49 fire and rescue authorities (FRAs) in England and Wales, and more than 370 local councils.
In Bolton, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is helping to reduce the risk of sudden infant death by donating cots and Moses baskets to vulnerable families in the community, as well as giving free fire safety advice.
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