§ Sir John HuntTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects to receive the final proposals from the London fire and civil defence authority in respect of its fire cover review. [14923]
§ Mr. SackvillePresently, these remain matters for the authority. I understand that it intends to consider the reaction to its recent consultation process at its meeting on 22 February.
§ Sir John HuntTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what reply he has sent to the London borough of Bromley in response to its representations on the proposed reductions in fire cover affecting the borough; and if he will make a statement. [14924]
§ Mr. SackvilleThe reply explained the criteria which my right hon. and learned Friend would apply to an application from a fire authority to reduce fire cover. It confirmed that, should such an application be received from the London fire and civil defence authority, the representations would be taken into account.