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Essex County Fire & Rescue Service

News

Find out what's happening at ECFRS. Here is a selection of our latest news bulletins.

  • 27-02-2009Tree Planted in memory of brave Luke

    Southend Green Watch planted a tree in memory of Luke Webb, the young cancer sufferer who was adopted by the watch. Luke was diagnosed with a brain tumor and last year lost his battle to cancer,...

  • Have confidence in us, says Assistant Chief Fire Officer

    27-02-2009Have confidence in us, says Assistant Chief Fire Officer

    The Essex public can remain confident about ECFRS’ speed of response, says Assistant Chief Fire Officer Gordon Hunter, following publication of a new Government report that shows an increase in...

  • Appeal Dismissed

    19-02-2009Appeal Dismissed

    Chelmsford Magistrates have dismissed an appeal brought in respect of an Enforcement Notice issued by Essex County Fire & Rescue Service against a firm of solicitors. The Appellants, Alexander...

  • 17-02-2009Top Marks for Service Delivery

    The Audit Commission has awarded Essex County Fire and Rescue Service top marks for its service assessment. ECFRS earned a ‘4’ rating in the latest round of inspections carried out by...

  • Council Tax Charge Set

    16-02-2009Council Tax Charge Set

    Essex Fire Authority met today (February 11) to set its Council Tax charge for 2009/10. An increase of 3.76% was approved by members. Like every home and business in the county, Essex Fire...