§ Mr. EvansTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what preparations he has made to ensure the safety and continuity of service to the public in the event of a firefighters' strike; and what the cost is to the Department of these actions. [77660]
§ Peter HainThe Government have arranged for armed service personnel to provide basic emergency fire cover during any strikes by firefighters.
The additional cost of this cover in England and Wales will be met by ODPM.