HC Deb 26 June 1995 vol 262 cc487-8W
Mr. Wareing

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Office how many fire prevention units of local fire authorities have been closed during the past 18 months; and if he will make a statement. [30483]

Mr. Nicholas Baker

We are unaware of any closures during this period.

Mr. Wareing

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received in respect of the closure of the fire prevention unit of the Merseyside fire authority; and if he will make a statement. [30484]

Mr. Baker

We have received letters from four hon. Members about proposals by Merseyside fire and civil defence authority to reduce the level of fire prevention work.

It is entirely a matter for the authority how to deploy its resources in this area.