HC Deb 13 July 1988 vol 137 c220W
Sir John Farr

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects the number of firemen stationed at the Market Harborough fire station will reach establishment; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Patten

Responsibility for the provision of the fire brigade in the area rests with Leicestershire county council. We understand that, whilst the authority is unable to say when the full establishment at Market Harborough will be reached, efforts are continuing to attract suitable recruits. We are satisfied that, despite the current shortfall, the nationally recommended standards of fire cover are being met.